Area Code 873 — Quebec
This is a Canadian area code
Area code 873 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 873 is located in Quebec, Canada — specifically the western Quebec region and operates on Eastern Time . The largest city served is Gatineau . View all Canadian area codes →
Area Code Details
- Area Code
- 873
- State / Province
- Quebec (QC)
- Country
- Canada
- Geographic Area
- western Quebec
- Time Zone
- Eastern Time Eastern Time
- Local Time Now
- —
- Status
- Active
- Code Type
- General Purpose Code
- In Service Since
- September 15, 2012
- Assigned
- June 25, 2010
- Population Served
- ~724,919 est.
- Overlay Complex
- 468/819/873
Cities Served
History & Relationships
Split from
819Overlay complex — shares geography with
Rate Centers & Exchanges
30 rate centers identified within area code 873
Other Area Codes in Quebec
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Frequently Asked Questions About Area Code 873
What state is area code 873?
Area code 873 is located in Quebec, specifically covering the western Quebec region.
Where is area code 873 from?
Area code 873 originates from Quebec — western Quebec. It operates in the Eastern Time zone.
What time zone is area code 873?
Area code 873 falls within the Eastern Time zone (Eastern Time).
What cities are in area code 873?
Area code 873 serves cities including Gatineau, Sherbrooke, Hull, Drummondville, Aylmer, Victoriaville, Val-d'Or, Amos, and more.
Is a call from area code 873 a scam?
Area code 873 is a legitimate Canadian area code serving Quebec. Like any area code, individual numbers using 873 can be used for scam calls. Note that calls from 873 are international calls from Canada — unexpected calls may incur charges. Always verify the specific number if you receive an unexpected or suspicious call.