Area Code 263 — Quebec
This is a Canadian area code
Area code 263 is located in Quebec, 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 263 is located in Quebec, Canada — specifically the Montreal Quebec Canada region and operates on Eastern Time . The largest city served is Pointe-Claire . View all Canadian area codes →
Area Code Details
- Area Code
- 263
- State / Province
- Quebec (QC)
- Country
- Canada
- Geographic Area
- Montreal Quebec Canada
- Time Zone
- Eastern Time Eastern Time
- Local Time Now
- —
- Status
- Active
- Code Type
- General Purpose Code
- In Service Since
- October 22, 2022
- Assigned
- November 10, 2021
- Population Served
- ~36,109 est.
- Overlay Complex
- 263/438/514
Cities Served
History & Relationships
Split from
514Overlay complex — shares geography with
Rate Centers & Exchanges
6 rate centers identified within area code 263
Other Area Codes in Quebec
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Frequently Asked Questions About Area Code 263
What state is area code 263?
Area code 263 is located in Quebec, specifically covering the Montreal Quebec Canada region.
Where is area code 263 from?
Area code 263 originates from Quebec — Montreal Quebec Canada. It operates in the Eastern Time zone.
What time zone is area code 263?
Area code 263 falls within the Eastern Time zone (Eastern Time).
What cities are in area code 263?
Area code 263 serves cities including Pointe-Claire, Roxboro, Île-Perrot, Lachine, Montréal, Sainte-Geneviève.
Is a call from area code 263 a scam?
Area code 263 is a legitimate Canadian area code serving Quebec. Like any area code, individual numbers using 263 can be used for scam calls. Note that calls from 263 are international calls from Canada — unexpected calls may incur charges. Always verify the specific number if you receive an unexpected or suspicious call.