Area Code 581 — Quebec
This is a Canadian area code
Area code 581 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 581 is located in Quebec, Canada and operates on Eastern Time . The largest city served is Chicoutimi . View all Canadian area codes →
Coverage Area
Area code 581 — QuebecArea Code Details
- Area Code
- 581
- 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
- September 19, 2008
- Assigned
- February 6, 2017
- Population Served
- ~167,912 est.
- Overlay Complex
- 367/418/581
History & Relationships
Rate Centers & Exchanges
31 rate centers identified within area code 581
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Frequently Asked Questions About Area Code 581
What state is area code 581?
Area code 581 is located in Quebec.
Where is area code 581 from?
Area code 581 originates from Quebec. It operates in the Eastern Time zone.
What time zone is area code 581?
Area code 581 falls within the Eastern Time zone (Eastern Time).
What cities are in area code 581?
Area code 581 serves cities including Chicoutimi, Rimouski, Alma, Donnacona, Beauceville, Sainte-Anne-des-Monts, Saint-Agapit, Havre-Saint-Pierre, and more.
Is a call from area code 581 a scam?
Area code 581 is a legitimate Canadian area code serving Quebec. Like any area code, individual numbers using 581 can be used for scam calls. Note that calls from 581 are international calls from Canada — unexpected calls may incur charges. Always verify the specific number if you receive an unexpected or suspicious call.