How to Call Madagascar from Japan
Calling Madagascar from Japan: 010 261 [local number].
Madagascar Country Code: +261
Whether you’re calling family, friends, or business contacts, knowing how to call Madagascar correctly helps your conversation start smoothly. This guide covers the essential dialing steps, including country and area codes that are easy to miss. By the end, you’ll be ready to connect confidently with anyone in Madagascar - whether you’re calling Antananarivo or anywhere else.
Step-by-Step Dialing Guide
Follow these simple steps to make a call to Madagascar from Japan
Dial the exit code for Japan
Start by dialing 010 (or use + on mobile). This is the international dialing prefix for Japan.
Add Madagascar's country code
Dial the country code +261 for Madagascar.
Enter the local phone number
Dial the local phone number in Madagascar (typically 8-10 digits, without any leading zeros).
Complete dialing format
Full format: 010 261 [local number] - For example: 010 261 612 345 678
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Calling Code
+261
Capital of Madagascar
Antananarivo
Region
Africa (Eastern Africa)
Currency of Madagascar
Malagasy ariary (Ar)
Madagascar Time Zones
UTC+03:00
Current time
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Madagascar at a Glance
Madagascar, located in Eastern Africa, is a nation with a rich identity. Its capital city, Antananarivo, serves as the administrative center for a population of approximately 32M.
The official currency is the Malagasy ariary (Ar). When calling Madagascar, the country code is +261. The country observes the UTC+03:00 time zone(s), and the primary language(s) spoken include French, Malagasy.
Destination Calling Profile: Madagascar
Population
32M
Population Rank
#47 of 230
Language Footprint
French, Malagasy
Time Zone Footprint
UTC+03:00
City/Area Code Coverage
22 locations listed
Dial Code Status
Exclusive code in dataset
Madagascar currently has a 9-digit local number pattern in this guide, with country code +261.
Route Profile: Japan to Madagascar
Exit Code in Japan
010 (dial 010 (or + from mobile))
Japan Country Code
+81
Route Dialing Pattern
010 261 32 12 345 67
Capital Time Difference
6h destination behind
Best Calling Window (Origin Time)
15:00-23:59 and 00:00-00:00
Currency Pair
Japanese yen (¥) -> Malagasy ariary (Ar)
Primary languages: Japan (Japanese) and Madagascar (French, Malagasy).
Shared language overlap: No direct overlap in primary language list. Primary timezones: Japan (UTC+09:00) and Madagascar (UTC+03:00).
City & Area Codes for Madagascar
| City / Region | Area Code | Full Dialing Pattern |
|---|---|---|
| Ambatolampy | 261-42 | +261-42 [local number] |
| Ambositra | 261-47 | +261-47 [local number] |
| Ambotondrazaka | 261-54 | +261-54 [local number] |
| Antananarivo | 261-22 | +261-22 [local number] |
| Antsirabe | 261-44 | +261-44 [local number] |
| Antsiranana (Diego Suarez) | 261-82 | +261-82 [local number] |
| Antsohihy | 261-67 | +261-67 [local number] |
| Farafangana | 261-73 | +261-73 [local number] |
| Fianarantsoa | 261-75 | +261-75 [local number] |
| Mahajanga | 261-62 | +261-62 [local number] |
| Maintirano | 261-69 | +261-69 [local number] |
| Manakara | 261-72 | +261-72 [local number] |
| Mananjary | 261-72 | +261-72 [local number] |
| Mideast Region | 261-13 | +261-13 [local number] |
| Moramanga | 261-56 | +261-56 [local number] |
| Morondava | 261-95 | +261-95 [local number] |
| Nosy Be Is. | 261-86 | +261-86 [local number] |
| Sainte Marie | 261-57 | +261-57 [local number] |
| Sambava | 261-88 | +261-88 [local number] |
| Toamasina | 261-53 | +261-53 [local number] |
| Tolagnaro | 261-92 | +261-92 [local number] |
| Toliaray | 261-94 | +261-94 [local number] |