What is the country code for Malawi?

The country code (dialing code) for Malawi is +265.

How do I call Malawi from abroad?

To call Malawi from abroad: dial your exit code (e.g., 011 from the US or 00 from most other countries), then the country code +265, then the area/city code (without the trunk prefix "0"), then the local number. Example: +265 991 23 45 67.

What is the mobile number format in Malawi?

Mobile numbers in Malawi typically start with 88,99. International format example: +265 991 23 45 67. The general format is +265 X XXX XX XX.

How to Call Malawi — Dialing Code +265

How to Dial Malawi from Abroad

1

Dial your exit code

From the US/Canada: 011 • From most other countries: 00 • From a mobile: +
2

Dial the country code for Malawi

Country code: +265
3

Dial the area code + local number

Drop the trunk prefix "0" when dialing from abroad.

Example: To call a mobile number in Malawi from the US, dial:

+265 991 23 45 67

Malawi Number Formats

Mobile

+265 991 23 45 67

Mobile prefixes: 88,99

Landline

+265 1 234 567

Landline prefixes: 1

Quick Reference

Country	🇲🇼 Malawi
Country Code	+265
ISO Code	MW
Continent	Africa
International Format	+265 X XXX XX XX
Trunk Prefix	0
Mobile Prefixes	88,99
Landline Prefixes	1