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Madagascar Country Code: +261

The international calling code for Madagascar is +261. You need this code to dial any phone number in Madagascar from another country. This code is assigned by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) under the E.164 standard. Below you will find everything you need to successfully place a call to Madagascar, including the correct number format, trunk prefix, and worked examples.

Country Code
+261
ISO Code
MG
Trunk Prefix
0
Drop when dialing from abroad
Example Number
+261 32 12 345 67

How to Call Madagascar from Abroad

Follow these steps to dial a phone number in Madagascar from any other country. The process is the same whether you are calling a landline or a mobile number.

  1. 1
    Dial the international access code or +

    On a mobile phone, press and hold 0 to get the + symbol. From a landline, dial your country's exit code (00 from most of Europe, 011 from the US/Canada, 0011 from Australia). With Kinvo, simply type + in the dialer.

  2. 2
    Dial Madagascar's country code: 261

    After the + or exit code, enter 261. This routes your call to Madagascar's telephone network.

  3. 3
    Drop the trunk prefix (0) from the local number

    When a Madagascar number starts with 0 domestically, remove it when dialing internationally. The trunk prefix is only used for calls within Madagascar itself.

  4. 4
    Dial the remaining local number

    Enter the area code (if applicable) and the subscriber number. The complete international number should look like this: +261 32 12 345 67

Madagascar Phone Number Format

Landline Numbers

Landline numbers in Madagascar typically include an area code that identifies the city or region, followed by the subscriber number. Domestically, these numbers are prefixed with 0 for long-distance calls. When dialing from abroad, replace the 0 with +261.

Mobile Numbers

Mobile phone numbers in Madagascar typically begin with 3 (after the country code). When calling a Madagascar mobile from abroad, remember to drop the leading 0 before the mobile prefix.

International Format Example

+261 32 12 345 67
+261 = Country codeRemaining digits = Area code + subscriber number

Dialing Example: Calling Madagascar

Suppose you want to call a Madagascar number that is written domestically with the trunk prefix 0. Here is how to convert it to the international format:

Domestic format:0321234567
Remove prefix (0):321234567
Add country code:+261 32 12 345 67

Madagascar Calling Rates on Kinvo

Kinvo offers affordable international calling rates to Madagascar. Calls are made directly from your browser with HD voice quality. No app download required.

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Call Madagascar from Your Browser

With Kinvo, you can call landlines and mobiles in Madagascar directly from Chrome, Firefox, Safari, or Edge. No app to install, no subscription. Just sign up, add pay-as-you-go credits (starting from $5), and dial +261 followed by the local number.

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Frequently Asked Questions: Madagascar Country Code

What is the country code for Madagascar?

The international dialing code for Madagascar is +261. This code must be dialed before the local phone number when calling Madagascar from any other country. The ISO 3166-1 alpha-2 code for Madagascar is MG.

How do I call Madagascar from the United States?

From the US, dial 011 (the US exit code) followed by 261 (the Madagascar country code) and then the local number without the leading 0. Alternatively, dial +261 from a mobile phone. For example: +261 32 12 345 67.

Do I need to drop the 0 when calling Madagascar internationally?

Yes. When calling Madagascar from abroad, you must remove the leading 0 (trunk prefix) from the beginning of the number and replace it with the country code +261. This trunk prefix is only used for domestic long-distance calls within Madagascar.

What do Madagascar mobile numbers start with?

Mobile phone numbers in Madagascar typically start with 3 after the country code +261. When dialing from abroad, the full mobile number would begin with +261 3...

Can I call Madagascar from my browser?

Yes. Kinvo allows you to call any phone number in Madagascar directly from your web browser using WebRTC technology. No app download or installation is required. Simply create a free account, add credits (from $5), and dial +261 followed by the local number. Calls include HD voice quality and end-to-end encryption.