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Ghost gives you a real Virginia phone number, with your pick of area codes like 804 for Richmond, 757 for Virginia Beach, or 703 for Arlington. Pick the code that matches where you live or where you're headed, and start in minutes.
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Why choose a Virginia virtual phone number?
Sell without giving out your real number
Listing furniture or a car on a local marketplace in Richmond or Virginia Beach goes smoother when your number carries an 804 or 757 code. Buyers trust it, and you can drop the number later without touching your personal line.
Dating in Northern Virginia without exposing your main line
If you're meeting people around Arlington, a 703 or 571 number lets you text and call without handing over the phone number you've had for years. Delete it if a match doesn't work out.
Moving across the state and keeping a number that fits
Relocating from Roanoke, covered by 540 and 948, to Richmond doesn't mean you have to explain a new area code to everyone you know. Get a number for wherever you're landing before you even arrive.
Job hunting with a local presence
Applying for work in Arlington or Charlottesville looks more grounded with a 703 or 434 number on your resume, especially if you're commuting from outside the immediate area.
Keeping work and personal calls apart
Freelancing or running a side business out of Charlottesville or Bristol is easier when client calls go to a separate 434 or 276 number instead of your personal phone.
Fitting in with the local community
In smaller places like Bristol, where 276 is the recognized code, a matching number signals you're local instead of an out-of-town caller people let go to voicemail.
How to get a Virginia phone number
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Pick your area code
Choose any Virginia area code, or any other US or Canadian code.
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Start calling and texting
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Stay in control
Mute it, set it to Do Not Disturb, or delete and replace it whenever you want.
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Pick the area code your contacts recognize. Every code below is in service in Virginia today.
| Area code | Serves | |
|---|---|---|
| +1 276 | Bristol | Get a 276 number |
| +1 434 | Charlottesville | Get a 434 number |
| +1 540 | Roanoke | Get a 540 number |
| +1 571 | Arlington | Get a 571 number |
| +1 686 | Virginia Beach | Get a 686 number |
| +1 703 | Arlington | Get a 703 number |
| +1 757 | Virginia Beach | Get a 757 number |
| +1 804 | Richmond | Get a 804 number |
| +1 826 | Richmond | Get a 826 number |
| +1 948 | Roanoke | Get a 948 number |
Area code coverage from public numbering and census data. Sources
Virginia virtual phone number features
Any Area Code
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Call and text from your Ghost number.Encrypted Voicemail
Read your voicemail at a glance.Auto-Reply
Answer even when you are busy.Disposable Numbers
Delete it when you are done.Custom Contacts
Saved to your account, not one phone.Business Hours
Your number keeps your hours.Text Signature
Sign every text automatically.Email Notifications
Texts land in your inbox too.Message Previews
Decide what your lock screen shows.Every Device Rings
Phone, tablet, and browser together.Local economy
Why do business in Virginia?
Virginia's economy stretches from the government and tech corridor around Northern Virginia to the port and military activity in Hampton Roads, with agriculture and manufacturing anchoring the more rural regions.
Government and technology
Northern Virginia, around the 703 and 571 area codes, is closely tied to federal government work and a dense cluster of technology and contracting firms.
Ports, logistics, and defense
The Hampton Roads region, covered by 757 and 686, centers on port activity, shipping, and a significant military presence.
Agriculture and manufacturing
Southwest and central Virginia, including the areas around 276, 434, 540, and 948, rely more on agriculture, manufacturing, and healthcare as steady employers.
About Virginia
Area codes in service
10
Population
8,811,195
Time zone
New York
Virginia's area codes break down by region. 276 covers Bristol and the far southwest, 434 covers Charlottesville and south central Virginia, 540 and 948 cover Roanoke and the Shenandoah Valley, 571 and 703 cover Arlington and Northern Virginia, 686 and 757 cover Virginia Beach and Hampton Roads, and 804 and 826 cover Richmond and the surrounding area.
The entire state runs on the America/New_York timezone, so calls and texts between Bristol, Richmond, and Virginia Beach all line up on the same clock. No time zone math needed when you're coordinating across the state.
Virginia is home to 8,811,195 people spread across a mix of dense Northern Virginia suburbs, coastal Hampton Roads cities, and rural stretches in the southwest and Shenandoah Valley, which is part of why the state needs ten distinct area codes to cover it.
Frequently asked questions
How fast can I get a Virginia phone number?
You can pick a Virginia area code and start calling and texting in minutes. Choose from 276, 434, 540, 571, 686, 703, 757, 804, 826, or 948 depending on the region you want.
Can I choose which Virginia area code I get?
Yes. You pick the area code that fits your situation, whether that's 703 for Northern Virginia, 757 for Hampton Roads, or 804 for Richmond.
What does Ghost cost?
Ghost Premium is $60 every 2 months and includes 5 phone numbers, unlimited calling and texting in the US and Canada, your choice of area code, and the ability to delete and replace your number. Cancel anytime. No contracts.
Can I get a Virginia number if I don't live in Virginia yet?
Yes. People planning a move, starting a long-distance relationship, or job hunting in Virginia often set up a local number ahead of time so it's already in place when they arrive.
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