Area Code 902

Halifax, Nova Scotia · AST/ADT (UTC-4) · Canada

Area Code
902
City
Halifax, NS
Time Zone
AST/ADT
UTC Offset
UTC-4 / UTC-3 DST
DST
Observed
Introduced
1947

Where Is Area Code 902?

Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island

Atlantic Canada. Halifax is a major port city. PEI — birthplace of Confederation.

Major Cities & Neighborhoods
HalifaxDartmouthSydneyCharlottetown

Time Zone for Area Code 902

Standard Time
AST (UTC-4)
Daylight Time
ADT (UTC-3)
DST 2026 Start
March 8, 2026
DST 2026 End
November 1, 2026
Country
Canada
IANA Zone
America/Halifax

Calling Area Code 902

Domestic Calls

Dial 1 + 902 + 7-digit number for calls from outside the area. Local calls within the same area code may use 7-digit dialing where available.

International Calls

From outside Canada: dial your country's exit code + 1 + 902 + number. From most countries, the format is +1-902-XXX-XXXX.

Best Time to Call

Area code 902 is in AST/ADT (UTC-4). Business hours are typically 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM local time. Remember that clocks shift during DST (March–November).

Scam Awareness

While (902) is a legitimate area code, scammers can spoof any number. Never share personal info with unknown callers. Verify by calling the organization directly.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Area code data sourced from NANPA. Timezone data from IANA Time Zone Database. Last updated March 2026.