Canadian Area Codes / British Columbia
The 672 area code
The 672 area code covers all of British Columbia, Canada.
Province
British Columbia
Time zone
Pacific Time
Country
Canada (+1)
Cities in the 672 area code
Major communities served by 672 include:
Overlay codes for this area
The 672 region shares its territory with these codes — which is why you dial all 10 digits for local calls:
Dialing a 672 number
Within Canada and the United States, dial all ten digits — 672 plus the seven-digit number. Ten-digit dialing is required here because 672 shares its territory with 604, 250, 778, 236. From outside North America, dial +1 672 and then the number.
Is a 672 call spam?
The 672 area code is a legitimate code for all of British Columbia — it isn't a scam on its own. But because scammers can spoof caller ID to display any area code, an unexpected 672 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 672 number for your business?
Voiswitch provides local 672 numbers on business phone systems — or ports the one you already have. Free quote, no obligation.
672 area code — questions
Where is the 672 area code?
The 672 area code is in British Columbia, Canada. It covers all of British Columbia, including Vancouver, Victoria.
What time zone is the 672 area code in?
672 numbers are in the Pacific Time zone.
Is the 672 area code a scam?
No — 672 is a legitimate geographic area code assigned to all of British Columbia in British Columbia. The code itself isn't a scam. That said, scammers can spoof any area code (including 672) to make a call look local, so an unexpected 672 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 672 number?
Within Canada and the US, dial all ten digits — 672 followed by the seven-digit number (ten-digit dialing is required because 672 overlaps with 604, 250, 778, 236). From outside North America, dial +1 672 and then the number.
Is 672 an overlay area code?
The 672 area shares the same territory as 604, 250, 778, 236. Because multiple codes overlap, you dial all 10 digits for local calls.
Can I get a 672 number for my business?
Yes — Voiswitch can provide local 672 numbers, and if you already have one, we can port it to your new phone system. Get a free quote to add a local 672 number.