How to call Malawi using the international calling code +265 and area code.
Dial your exit code
Enter the international access code for your country (e.g. 011 in the US, 00 in Europe).
Enter the country code +265
Dial +265 when calling from outside Malawi.
Add the local phone number
Enter the local number without the leading zero.
Mobile example
+265 XXX XXX XXX
Dial the country code, then the full mobile number.
Landline example
+265 XX XXXX XXXX
Include the area code if applicable. Omit any leading 0.
The calling code for Malawi is +265. To call, start with your international access code, then dial +265 followed by the local number.
In Malawi, the main languages spoken are English, Chichewa.
Malawi uses the following time zone: Africa/Maputo. Make sure to check local time before placing your call.
No app download is necessary. You can call numbers in Malawi directly from your browser using DialBridge. Just enter the Malawi phone number (+265) to get started.
A typical mobile number format is: +265 123 456 789. Remember to omit any leading zero from the local number.
Best times to call are typically 9 AM – 5 PM local time in Malawi. Avoid early morning (before 8 AM) or late evening (after 9 PM).