Malta Country Code: +356
The international calling code for Malta is +356. You need this code to dial any phone number in Malta 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 Malta, including the correct number format, trunk prefix, and worked examples.
How to Call Malta from Abroad
Follow these steps to dial a phone number in Malta from any other country. The process is the same whether you are calling a landline or a mobile number.
- 1Dial 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.
- 2Dial Malta's country code: 356
After the + or exit code, enter 356. This routes your call to Malta's telephone network.
- 3Dial the full local number
Malta does not use a trunk prefix, so dial the local number exactly as written after the country code. No digits need to be removed.
- 4Dial the remaining local number
Enter the area code (if applicable) and the subscriber number. The complete international number should look like this: +356 9696 1234
Malta Phone Number Format
Landline Numbers
Landline numbers in Malta typically include an area code that identifies the city or region, followed by the subscriber number.
Mobile Numbers
Mobile phone numbers in Malta typically begin with 9 (after the country code).
International Format Example
Dialing Example: Calling Malta
Malta does not use a trunk prefix, so the domestic and international formats are very similar. Simply add +356 before the local number:
Call Malta from Your Browser
With Kinvo, you can call landlines and mobiles in Malta 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 +356 followed by the local number.
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Frequently Asked Questions: Malta Country Code
What is the country code for Malta?
The international dialing code for Malta is +356. This code must be dialed before the local phone number when calling Malta from any other country. The ISO 3166-1 alpha-2 code for Malta is MT.
How do I call Malta from the United States?
From the US, dial 011 (the US exit code) followed by 356 (the Malta country code) and then the local number. Alternatively, dial +356 from a mobile phone. For example: +356 9696 1234.
Do I need to drop the 0 when calling Malta internationally?
Malta does not use a trunk prefix that needs to be removed. Simply add the country code +356 before the local number as-is.
What do Malta mobile numbers start with?
Mobile phone numbers in Malta typically start with 9 after the country code +356. When dialing from abroad, the full mobile number would begin with +356 9...
Can I call Malta from my browser?
Yes. Kinvo allows you to call any phone number in Malta 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 +356 followed by the local number. Calls include HD voice quality and end-to-end encryption.
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