Area code 856
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- Location
- Camden, NJ, New Jersey
- Time zone
- Eastern (GMT -5)
- Related area codes
- Related:609
The 856 area code covers Camden, NJ and nearby New Jersey communities.
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About the 856 area code
The Camden area of New Jersey relies on area code 856, which also brings in Cherry Hill and Vineland. Eastern Time (GMT -5) is the standard throughout the territory.
The code was carved out of the 609 territory in 1999, giving these communities digits of their own. It has stood alone ever since, with one code and no overlay handling the entire area.
Dialing note: 856 was carved out of the 609 territory and went into service in 1999.
Numbering details on this page (service dates and overlay status) are checked against the NANPA numbering registry. Registry data as of 07/16/2026.
856 phone number FAQ
- How do I get a 856 phone number?
- Pick an available 856 number and sign up for AvoCall. Your new Camden, NJ number works for calls and texts on your existing phone over WiFi or data. Current web pricing is verified at checkout. There is no second SIM and no new device.
- Where is the 856 area code?
- It serves Camden, NJ and nearby cities in New Jersey, including Camden, Cherry Hill, Vineland.
- Can I receive verification codes on a 856 number?
- AvoCall 856 numbers support calling and messaging. Verification-text compatibility varies by sender; short-code and 2FA delivery is not guaranteed.