What is the trunk prefix in Madagascar?

Madagascar commonly uses trunk prefix 0 for domestic dialing (e.g., 0 20 … or 0 34 …). When calling from abroad, drop the leading 0 and use +261.

What is Madagascar’s international dial-out prefix?

The standard international dial-out prefix from Madagascar is 00, followed by the destination country code and number.

How do I call Antananarivo from the US?

Dial 011 (US exit code) + 261 + the number without the leading 0. Many Antananarivo landlines are written as 0 20 22 XXXXX locally, which becomes 011 261 20 22 XXXXX.

How can I store Madagascar numbers in my phone?

Store numbers in E.164 format: +261 followed by the national number without the trunk prefix 0. This improves compatibility across apps and countries.

Madagascar Country Code (+261) | ISO MG / MDG

Q: What is the country calling code for Madagascar?

Madagascar’s country calling code is +261. Dial your international exit code, then 261, then the national number (usually without the leading 0 trunk prefix).

Q: What time zone is Madagascar in?

Madagascar uses UTC+3 (often referred to as EAT). The common IANA time zone identifier is Indian/Antananarivo, and Madagascar does not observe daylight saving time.

Madagascar quick facts

Use this summary for dialing, forms, shipping, and international documentation.

Country	Madagascar (Republic of Madagascar)
Capital	Antananarivo
Calling code	+261
ISO codes	MG (alpha-2), MDG (alpha-3), 450 (numeric)
Time zone	UTC+3 (Indian/Antananarivo) • No DST
Currency	Malagasy ariary (MGA)
Official languages	Malagasy, French
Internet TLD	.mg
Dialing prefixes	Trunk (domestic): 0 • International (dial-out): 00

How to call Madagascar

International calls follow a simple pattern: Exit code + 261 + national number (usually without the leading 0).

Step-by-step

Dial your country’s international exit code (examples below).
Dial 261 (Madagascar country code).
If the Madagascar number starts with 0, drop that 0.
Dial the remaining digits (mobile or landline).

Example (US → Antananarivo landline format)

011 261 20 22 42119

Local writing often looks like: 0 20 22 42119

Common exit codes

From	Exit code
United States / Canada	011
United Kingdom	00
EU (most countries)	00
Australia	0011
India	00

Use the International Dialing builder →

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Pick where you’re calling from, then enter the Madagascar number (with or without spaces).

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Rule of thumb: If a Madagascar number starts with 0, remove that 0 when you add +261.

Phone number formats in Madagascar

Madagascar numbers are commonly shown in a domestic format with a leading 0 (trunk prefix). In international format, use +261 and omit the 0.

Common patterns (practical examples)

Mobile: 0 3X XX XXX XX → +261 3X XX XXX XX
Landline (fixed): 0 20 ZZ XXXXX → +261 20 ZZ XXXXX

Examples

Mobile (format)

+261 34 12 345 67

Antananarivo landline (format)

+261 20 22 42119

Note: Telecom numbering rules can vary by operator and service type. For routing, billing, or compliance, always validate with official numbering plan data.

Inside Madagascar (useful notes)

Trunk prefix: 0 (often used when dialing domestically)
International dial-out: 00 (from Madagascar to other countries)
Best practice: store numbers as +261… for global compatibility

From Madagascar to abroad (example)

00 + country code + number

Example: 00 1 212 XXX XXXX (calling the USA)

Major city area codes (examples)

Landlines commonly use fixed operator code 20 followed by a city/area code. Below are commonly referenced examples.

City / area	Area code	International example
Antananarivo	22	+261 20 22 XXXXX
Toamasina	53	+261 20 53 XXXXX
Mahajanga	62	+261 20 62 XXXXX
Fianarantsoa	75	+261 20 75 XXXXX
Antsiranana (Diego Suarez)	82	+261 20 82 XXXXX
Toliary (Tulear)	94	+261 20 94 XXXXX

Note: This table is an overview for common lookups. For full lists and operator-level rules, consult official numbering plan references.

Madagascar time zone

Madagascar uses UTC+3 (often referred to as EAT) and does not observe daylight saving time. The IANA time zone identifier is commonly Indian/Antananarivo.

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Displayed in Madagascar time (UTC+3).

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Business-hours hint

For business calls, a safe window is often 10:00–17:00 Madagascar time. If you are calling from North America or Western Europe, Madagascar is typically several hours ahead.

• Confirm local holidays before urgent outreach.
• Use the time tools above for scheduling across regions.

Validate a +261 number (quick check)

This quick check is non-authoritative. It helps spot common Madagascar patterns (fixed operator code 20 + known area codes, or mobile/operator prefixes like 32/33/34/37/38/39). For compliance-critical work, always use official numbering plan data.

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FAQs

What is the country calling code for Madagascar?

Madagascar’s country calling code is +261. Dial your exit code + 261 + the national number (typically without the leading 0).

Do I remove the leading 0 when calling Madagascar?

Yes—if the number is written domestically with a leading 0 (trunk prefix), remove it when dialing internationally with +261.

What is the international dial-out prefix from Madagascar?

The standard international prefix from Madagascar is 00, followed by the destination country code and number.

What time zone is Madagascar in?

Madagascar uses UTC+3 and does not observe daylight saving time. A common IANA identifier is Indian/Antananarivo.

Do I need an area code to call a landline in Madagascar?

For many landlines, yes. Landlines commonly use operator code 20 followed by an area/city code (for example, Antananarivo 22).

How should I store Madagascar numbers in my phone?

Use E.164: +261 followed by the national number without the trunk prefix 0. Example: 034 12 345 67 → +261 34 12 345 67.

Sources & references

Helpful official or widely used references for Madagascar codes, numbering, and time.

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