Area code 856
Area code 856 serves Camden and nearby parts of New Jersey, including Cherry Hill, Vineland and Glassboro. It is on Eastern Time, which observes daylight saving time.
Area code 856 at a glance
| State | New Jersey (NJ) |
| Main city | Camden |
| Time zone | Eastern Time |
| UTC offset | UTC−5 in winter, UTC−4 in summer |
| Daylight saving time | Yes |
Cities in 856
- Camden
- Cherry Hill
- Vineland
- Glassboro
An area code shows where a number was first assigned. Mobile numbers keep their area code when people move, so the person you’re calling may be somewhere else.
When you can call an 856 number
Federal telemarketing rules under the TCPA allow sales calls between 8 AM and 9 PM in the called person’s local time. Here is that window for an 856 number, shown in your own time zone.
General information, not legal advice. Some states add rules for Sundays, holidays or the number of calls. See our calling hours guide.
| If you’re on | You can call 856 between |
|---|---|
| Eastern | 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM |
| Central | 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM |
| Mountain | 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM |
| Arizona | 5:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Pacific | 5:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
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Questions about 856
What time zone is area code 856?
Area code 856 is on Eastern Time. It observes daylight saving time.
Where is area code 856?
Area code 856 is in New Jersey. Its main city is Camden, and it also covers Cherry Hill, Vineland and Glassboro.
What are the legal hours to call an 856 number?
Under the federal TCPA, sales calls are allowed from 8 AM to 9 PM in the called person’s local time. Personal and informational calls are not limited by these hours.