Richmond's New 686 Area Code: What You Need to Know

The 686 area code is now active and will be assigned to new numbers across the Richmond region as the supply of available of 804 area codes has been exhausted. The 686 area code will only be assigned to the new phone numbers issued in the region moving forward. While new phone numbers may begin with 686, the 804 area code remains a major part of Richmond’s identity and culture. But don’t be surprised if your next coworker, neighbor, or new business contact has a 686 phone number. Richmond's New 686 Area Code: What You Need to Know was originally published on kissrichmond.com