Telephone number: Everything you need to know about the telephone number in France.
In France, telephone numbers are made up of 10 digits.
The first two digits identify the type of call number.
There are 4 main types of numbers.
Mobile phone numbers 06 and 07
The mobile number (or cell phone number) is associated with a SIM card. It is assigned by a mobile operator to a subscriber. Each mobile phone number is associated with a RIO number (Operator Identity Statement) which allows you to keep the number when changing operator. We have calculated the number of mobile numbers using an algorithm, there are 200 million possible combinations. Arcep is the regulatory authority which allows telephone operators and mobile operators to allocate new numbers or a range of numbers to mobile lines.
Geographic numbers that start with 01, 02, 03, 04 and 05.
The particularity of the geographic number is to identify the geolocation of the caller, from a telephone switchboard, like a virtual landline for businesses.
They do not concern cell phone numbers.
The numbering plan in France makes it possible to segment into 5 geographical zones.
The code 01 corresponds to the Île-de-France region.
The number 02 corresponds to the North-West, the number 03 corresponds to the North-East, the number 04 corresponds to the South-East and the number 05 corresponds to the South-West.
There are 500 million possible combinations of geographic numbers on landlines.
The value-added telephone number that begins with 08.
This type of number makes it possible to monetize a service provided by telephone through the telephone bill. These numbers are priced either by the minute or by the call. These special numbers are regulated by a unique pricing model accessible to callers. There are free 08 numbers, and paid 08 numbers.
Internet phone numbers that start with 09.
The Internet telephone number is the telephone number used by Internet service providers.
This number 09 is a non-geographical national code, therefore it is often used by companies operating throughout France.
When taking out an internet subscription, the telephone operator most often provides you with this virtual landline number free of charge, which allows you to receive calls.
To keep your 09 landline number, you must also have the operator identity statement (RIO).
There are 100 million phone number combinations in 09.
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Questions about telephone codes in France?
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How to create your phone number?
To obtain your telephone number, it is not necessary to physically construct a
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How to get a phone number instantly.
When you create your professional activity, you must communicate about your offer or
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What type of number to choose?
Depending on your professional activity and your catchment area, you will need to choose a
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How to keep an old phone number when changing operator?
If you are creating or taking over a business, it is essential to keep the company numbers.
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