Canadian Area Codes / New Brunswick
The 506 area code
The 506 area code covers all of New Brunswick, Canada.
Province
New Brunswick
Time zone
Atlantic Time
Country
Canada (+1)
Cities in the 506 area code
Major communities served by 506 include:
Overlay codes for this area
The 506 region shares its territory with these codes — which is why you dial all 10 digits for local calls:
Dialing a 506 number
Within Canada and the United States, dial all ten digits — 506 plus the seven-digit number. Ten-digit dialing is required here because 506 shares its territory with 428. From outside North America, dial +1 506 and then the number.
Is a 506 call spam?
The 506 area code is a legitimate code for all of New Brunswick — it isn't a scam on its own. But because scammers can spoof caller ID to display any area code, an unexpected 506 call isn't guaranteed to be local or genuine. When in doubt, let it go to voicemail and call back using a number you trust.
Want a local 506 number for your business?
Voiswitch provides local 506 numbers on business phone systems — or ports the one you already have. Free quote, no obligation.
506 area code — questions
Where is the 506 area code?
The 506 area code is in New Brunswick, Canada. It covers all of New Brunswick, including Moncton, Saint John, Fredericton.
What time zone is the 506 area code in?
506 numbers are in the Atlantic Time zone.
Is the 506 area code a scam?
No — 506 is a legitimate geographic area code assigned to all of New Brunswick in New Brunswick. The code itself isn't a scam. That said, scammers can spoof any area code (including 506) to make a call look local, so an unexpected 506 call isn't guaranteed to be genuine or nearby. Treat unsolicited calls with the usual caution no matter what area code shows.
How do you dial a 506 number?
Within Canada and the US, dial all ten digits — 506 followed by the seven-digit number (ten-digit dialing is required because 506 overlaps with 428). From outside North America, dial +1 506 and then the number.
Is 506 an overlay area code?
The 506 area shares the same territory as 428. Because multiple codes overlap, you dial all 10 digits for local calls.
Can I get a 506 number for my business?
Yes — Voiswitch can provide local 506 numbers, and if you already have one, we can port it to your new phone system. Get a free quote to add a local 506 number.