Area Code 438 — Quebec
This is a Canadian area code
Area code 438 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 438 is located in Quebec, Canada and operates on Eastern Time . The largest city served is Pointe-Claire . View all Canadian area codes →
Coverage Area
Area code 438 — QuebecArea Code Details
- Area Code
- 438
- State / Province
- Quebec (QC)
- Country
- Canada
- Time Zone
- Eastern Time Eastern Time
- Local Time Now
- —
- Status
- Active
- Code Type
- General Purpose Code
- In Service Since
- November 4, 2006
- Assigned
- January 18, 2001
- Population Served
- ~30,161 est.
- Overlay Complex
- 263/438/514
Cities Served
History & Relationships
Split from
514Overlay complex — shares geography with
Rate Centers & Exchanges
5 rate centers identified within area code 438
Other Area Codes in Quebec
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Frequently Asked Questions About Area Code 438
What state is area code 438?
Area code 438 is located in Quebec.
Where is area code 438 from?
Area code 438 originates from Quebec. It operates in the Eastern Time zone.
What time zone is area code 438?
Area code 438 falls within the Eastern Time zone (Eastern Time).
What cities are in area code 438?
Area code 438 serves cities including Pointe-Claire, Montréal, Île-Perrot, Sainte-Geneviève, Lachine.
Is a call from area code 438 a scam?
Area code 438 is a legitimate Canadian area code serving Quebec. Like any area code, individual numbers using 438 can be used for scam calls. Note that calls from 438 are international calls from Canada — unexpected calls may incur charges. Always verify the specific number if you receive an unexpected or suspicious call.