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Malaysia country code: +60
- Exit code from Malaysia: 00
- Time zone: MYT (UTC+8, no DST)
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What is the country code for Malaysia?
The country code for Malaysia is +60. To call Malaysia from the United States, dial 011 60 followed by the local number with its leading 0 removed. From a mobile, dial +60 directly. A Malaysia number in full international format looks like +60 12 345 6789.
Malaysia at a glance
- Country calling code
- +60
- ISO country code
- MY
- Exit code (dialling out of Malaysia)
- 00
- The prefix people in this country dial to reach another country.
- National trunk prefix
- 0
- Drop the 0 when dialling from abroad.
- Number length
- 7 to 9 digits after the trunk 0
- Time zone
- MYT (UTC+8, no DST)
Dialing
How to call Malaysia: step by step
The full sequence is: exit code + 60 + local number (minus the leading 0).
- 1
Dial your exit code
From the United States and Canada that is 011. From most of Europe, Asia, and Africa it is 00. On any mobile you can simply press and hold 0 to get a + instead, which works from anywhere. - 2
Dial 60
60 is the country calling code for Malaysia. It never changes and it is the same from every country in the world. - 3
Drop the leading 0
Numbers written for domestic use in Malaysia start with a 0. That is a national trunk prefix, not part of the number; remove it when dialling from abroad. 3 1234 5678 is what you dial after +60. - 4
Check the time first
Malaysia is on MYT (UTC+8, no DST). Business calls placed outside local working hours are the most common reason an international call goes unanswered.
Number format
What a Malaysia phone number looks like
The examples below are format patterns showing digit grouping. They are not working numbers.
| Type | Format | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Landline | +60 X XXXX XXXX | +60 3 1234 5678 |
| Mobile | +60 1X XXX XXXX | +60 12 345 6789 |
City codes
Malaysia area and city codes
Written domestically these carry a leading 0. Drop it when dialling from abroad.
| City / region | Code | Dial from abroad |
|---|---|---|
| Kuala Lumpur | 03 | +60 3 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the country code for Malaysia?
The country code for Malaysia is +60. Written in full international (E.164) format, a Malaysia number looks like +60 12 345 6789.
How do I call Malaysia from the United States?
Dial 011, then 60, then the local number with its leading 0 removed. From a mobile you can dial +60 directly instead of 011.
How many digits is a Malaysia phone number?
7 to 9 digits after the trunk 0. Written internationally it becomes +60 followed by that national number.
Do I keep the 0 when calling Malaysia from abroad?
No. The leading 0 is a domestic trunk prefix. Dial +60 followed by the number with the 0 removed. Including it is the single most common reason calls to Malaysia fail.
What time is it in Malaysia?
Malaysia is on MYT (UTC+8, no DST). Check the local time before calling; the safe business window is roughly 9am to 5pm local.
Sources
- ITU-T Recommendation E.164 — The international public telecommunication numbering plan — International Telecommunication UnionThe international number format, the 15-digit maximum, and how country codes and national numbers compose.
- ITU-T International Numbering Resources — International Telecommunication UnionThe assignment of country calling codes and the published national numbering plans they belong to.
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