Province
Alberta
Time zone
Mountain Time
Country
Canada (+1)
Cities in the 825 area code
Major communities served by 825 include:
Overlay codes for this area
The 825 region shares its territory with these codes — which is why you dial all 10 digits for local calls:
Dialing a 825 number
Within Canada and the United States, dial all ten digits — 825 plus the seven-digit number. Ten-digit dialing is required here because 825 shares its territory with 403, 780, 587, 368. From outside North America, dial +1 825 and then the number.
Is a 825 call spam?
The 825 area code is a legitimate code for all of Alberta — it isn't a scam on its own. But because scammers can spoof caller ID to display any area code, an unexpected 825 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 825 number for your business?
Voiswitch provides local 825 numbers on business phone systems — or ports the one you already have. Free quote, no obligation.
825 area code — questions
Where is the 825 area code?
The 825 area code is in Alberta, Canada. It covers all of Alberta, including Calgary, Edmonton, Lethbridge.
What time zone is the 825 area code in?
825 numbers are in the Mountain Time zone.
Is the 825 area code a scam?
No — 825 is a legitimate geographic area code assigned to all of Alberta in Alberta. The code itself isn't a scam. That said, scammers can spoof any area code (including 825) to make a call look local, so an unexpected 825 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 825 number?
Within Canada and the US, dial all ten digits — 825 followed by the seven-digit number (ten-digit dialing is required because 825 overlaps with 403, 780, 587, 368). From outside North America, dial +1 825 and then the number.
Is 825 an overlay area code?
The 825 area shares the same territory as 403, 780, 587, 368. Because multiple codes overlap, you dial all 10 digits for local calls.
Can I get a 825 number for my business?
Yes — Voiswitch can provide local 825 numbers, and if you already have one, we can port it to your new phone system. Get a free quote to add a local 825 number.