Area Code 257 — British Columbia
This is a Canadian area code
Area code 257 is located in British Columbia, Canada. Canada shares the North American Numbering Plan (NANPA) with the US, so Canadian numbers use the same 10-digit format. Calls between the US and Canada may or may not be included in your plan — check with your carrier, as international rates can apply.
Area code 257 is located in British Columbia, Canada and operates on Pacific Time . The largest city served is Vancouver . View all Canadian area codes →
Area Code Details
- Area Code
- 257
- State / Province
- British Columbia (BC)
- Country
- Canada
- Time Zone
- Pacific Time Pacific Time
- Local Time Now
- —
- Status
- Active
- Code Type
- General Purpose Code
- In Service Since
- May 24, 2025
- Assigned
- May 10, 2023
- Population Served
- ~798,687 est.
- Overlay Complex
- 236/250/257/604/672/778
Cities Served
History & Relationships
Split from
604Overlay complex — shares geography with
Rate Centers & Exchanges
3 rate centers identified within area code 257
Other Area Codes in British Columbia
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Frequently Asked Questions About Area Code 257
What state is area code 257?
Area code 257 is located in British Columbia.
Where is area code 257 from?
Area code 257 originates from British Columbia. It operates in the Pacific Time zone.
What time zone is area code 257?
Area code 257 falls within the Pacific Time zone (Pacific Time).
What cities are in area code 257?
Area code 257 serves cities including Vancouver, Langley, Fort Langley.
Is a call from area code 257 a scam?
Area code 257 is a legitimate Canadian area code serving British Columbia. Like any area code, individual numbers using 257 can be used for scam calls. Note that calls from 257 are international calls from Canada — unexpected calls may incur charges. Always verify the specific number if you receive an unexpected or suspicious call.