An area code overlay is the addition of another area code to the same geographic region as existing area codes. An overlay does not require telephone users to change their existing area code or phone number. It also does not change the way you dial calls. You’ll still use 10-digit dialing; dial the area code and phone number for all local calls, just as you do now.
Beginning on September 2, 2022, customers in the 484/610 area code overlay region (including, but not limited to, the cities of Allentown, Ardmore, Bethlehem, Chester, Drexel Hill, Pottstown, Reading and Springfield as well as the Lehigh, Berks, Delaware, Chester, Northampton and a portion of Montgomery counties) may be assigned a number beginning with the new 835 area code when they request new service or an additional line. Customers who receive the 835 area code must dial the area code and phone number for all local calls, just like customers with telephone numbers from the 484/610 area codes do today.
Customers in the overlay region should:
The following will remain the same for customers nationwide:
If you have questions regarding this notice, please visit the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission website.
