Area code 257
257 is Vancouver, Surrey, Burnaby, British Columbia.
Area code 257 at a glance
- Province
- British Columbia
- Main cities
- Vancouver, Surrey, Burnaby, Richmond, Abbotsford, Kelowna, Victoria, Nanaimo
- Time zone
- Pacific Time
- Local time now
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- In service since
- 2025
236 covers the exact same area as 257 — both are dialed with all 10 digits.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is area code 257?
Area code 257 covers Vancouver, Surrey, Burnaby in British Columbia.
What time is it in area code 257?
Area code 257 is in the Pacific Time time zone. See the live clock above for the current local time.
Is 236 the same area as 257?
Yes. 236 is an overlay of 257 — they cover the exact same area, so every call there needs all 10 digits dialed.
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