How to Call Madagascar (+261)
Country code, exit codes, phone number format, and common mistakes when calling Madagascar from abroad.
Dialing format
Calling Madagascar
011 261 XXXX XXXX
Exit code
Dial this first to exit US
Country code
Madagascar country code
Area code
City/region code
Local number
The subscriber number
From the US, dial 011 to place an international call, then 261 for Madagascar, then the area code (drop any leading 0), followed by the local number. With Telvio you dial the same format — no prefix change needed.
Exit codes by source country
The exit code depends on where YOU are calling from. On mobile phones and VoIP apps, use + instead.
| Calling from | Exit code | You dial |
|---|---|---|
| United States / Canada | 011 | 011 261 ... |
| United Kingdom | 00 | 00 261 ... |
| Australia | 0011 | 0011 261 ... |
| Most of Europe | 00 | 00 261 ... |
| Japan | 010 | 010 261 ... |
| From a mobile / VoIP app | + | +261 ... |
Madagascar phone number format
Common mistakes
- ✕ Keeping the leading 0 when dialing from abroad. Drop it — it is only for domestic calls within Madagascar.
- ✕ Using the wrong exit code. Each country has its own (US: 011, UK: 00). On mobile, just use +.
- ✕ Forgetting the country code +261. Without it, the call will fail or route locally.
Frequently asked questions
What is the country code for Madagascar?
The country code for Madagascar is +261. Dial this after your exit code (or use + on a mobile) before the local number.
How do I call Madagascar from the US?
From a US landline: dial 011 + 261 + local number. From a mobile or VoIP app like Telvio: dial +261 + local number.
Do I need to drop the leading 0 when calling Madagascar?
Yes. Madagascar uses 0 as a trunk prefix for domestic calls. When dialing internationally, drop the leading 0 from the local number.
What is the exit code to call Madagascar from my country?
The exit code depends on where you are calling FROM, not the destination. The US uses 011, the UK and most of Europe use 00, Australia uses 0011. On any mobile phone or VoIP app, you can use + instead.
Can I call Madagascar mobile phones internationally?
Yes. Dial the country code +261 followed by the mobile number (without the leading 0). VoIP apps like Telvio make this easy — just enter the full number with country code.
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