Area code 956
Area code 956 serves Laredo and nearby parts of Texas, including McAllen, Brownsville and Harlingen. It is on Central Time, which observes daylight saving time.
Area code 956 at a glance
| State | Texas (TX) |
| Main city | Laredo |
| Time zone | Central Time |
| UTC offset | UTC−6 in winter, UTC−5 in summer |
| Daylight saving time | Yes |
Cities in 956
- Laredo
- McAllen
- Brownsville
- Harlingen
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 a 956 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 a 956 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 956 between |
|---|---|
| Eastern | 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM |
| Central | 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM |
| Mountain | 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM |
| Arizona | 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM |
| Pacific | 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM |
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Questions about 956
What time zone is area code 956?
Area code 956 is on Central Time. It observes daylight saving time.
Where is area code 956?
Area code 956 is in Texas. Its main city is Laredo, and it also covers McAllen, Brownsville and Harlingen.
What are the legal hours to call a 956 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.