Area Code 202

Washington, District of Columbia

Local time now

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Time zone

Eastern

Main cities

Washington

Overlays

771

In service since

1947

When you can make sales calls to 202 numbers

Every day8 AM – 9 PM (federal rule)

In the called person's local time. Guidance, not legal advice.

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Other area codes in District of Columbia

771

Questions about area code 202

Where is area code 202?
Area code 202 is in District of Columbia, covering Washington.
What time zone is area code 202?
Eastern time.
When can telemarketers call a 202 number?
Federal rules allow sales calls from 8 AM to 9 PM local time.
Is 202 a toll-free number?
No. 202 is a regular area code for District of Columbia. Toll-free codes are 800, 833, 844, 855, 866, 877 and 888.