| State | New Jersey |
|---|---|
| Timezone | Eastern Time (ET) |
| Is Area Code 908 Toll Free? | No |
| Major Cities | Berkeley Heights, Bernardsville, Clark, Cranford, Fanwood |
Receiving calls from a new and unfamiliar area code is somehow bothersome. Is the call that important to answer? Is it linked with scammers? Where is it coming from? The area code 908 is developed to provide service to an area across North America. Below are some commonly asked questions about the area code...
What is 908 number and what location is it coming from?
The area code 908 is a telephone area code used across North America in the North American Numbering Plan (NANP). The area code was a split from the numbering area plan 201, and became effective in January 1990. The area code 908 was transitioned into ten-digit dialing in its respective numbering plan area by the Federal Communications Commission, even if though it is not a part of an overlay plan.
Calls from 908 numbers could be coming from the northern part of the U.S. state of New Jersey.
Where is area code 908?
Area code 908 provides service to the northern part of the U.S. state of New Jersey and its cities like Berkeley Heights, Bernardsville, Clark, Cranford, Fanwood, Hackettstown, Elizabeth, New Providence, Raritan, Manville, Roselle, Scotch Plains, Haledon, Kenilworth, Linden, Philipsburg, Summit, Linden, Union, Westfield, Mountainside, and more.
Are calls from 908 numbers a scam?
There are a large number of 908 numbers used in the state of New Jersey, including companies and other businesses. A scammer might be also using a 908 number and would claim that they are calling from a customer service team of a certain company. They use this possibility to gain your trust and your personal information. Some scammers also leaves a missed call on your phone to make you call back, in which the call could charge you a fee just by connecting to the number.
If you encounter this kind of situation, where you do not know where the call is coming from, it is best to not answer the call. You can also block the number so you won't receive any calls from them again.
How do I block unwanted calls from 908 numbers?
If you want to stop receiving unwanted calls from 908 numbers, here's a guide on how to block them from your devices:
iPhone
- Go to your recent calls and click the "i" with a circle around it on the right side. Scroll to the bottom to see "block this caller" and click it.
Android
- The process is quite similar to the previous one. Go to your recent calls and click "details". After that, click "block number" to finish it up.
Are calls from 908 numbers toll free?
Calls from 908 numbers are not toll free. Charges apply to both local and international calls. The rate of the charge may vary on the company where you are receiving telecommunication services. There are cases that charges might be per minute or a per year subscription pay. To know more information about this matter, you may ask the company about their conditions.
