How to Call Madagascar from United States
Calling Madagascar from United States: 011 261 [local number].
Madagascar Country Code: +261
Quick answer
To call Madagascar from United States, dial 011, then 261, then the local number without leading zeros. Example: 011 261 32 12 345 67. Calls cost from ~$2.39 per minute with CallTuv.
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Dialing format
011 261 32 12 345 67
Exit code • Country code • Local number
Exit code
011
United States's international dialing prefix
Country code
+261
Madagascar's international calling code
Local number
32 12 345 67
Enter the local number without the country code
Browser format
+261 32 12 345 67
Use this format inside CallTuv
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 United States
Dial the exit code for United States
Start by dialing 011 (or use + on mobile). This is the international dialing prefix for United States.
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: 011 261 [local number] - For example: 011 261 612 345 678
HOW TO CALL
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Calling Code
+261
Cost to Call Madagascar
~$2.39/min landline, ~$2.00/min mobile
Capital of Madagascar
Antananarivo
Region
Africa (Eastern Africa)
Currency of Madagascar
Malagasy ariary (Ar)
Madagascar Time Zones
UTC+03:00
Current time
Your time
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Madagascar
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Madagascar is --
Exit Code in United States
011 (dial 011 (or + from mobile))
Route Dialing Pattern
011 261 32 12 345 67
Best Calling Window (Origin Time)
18:00-23:59 and 00:00-03:00
City & Area Codes for Madagascar
| City / Region | Area Code |
|---|---|
| Ambatolampy | 261-42 |
| Ambositra | 261-47 |
| Ambotondrazaka | 261-54 |
| Antananarivo | 261-22 |
| Antsirabe | 261-44 |
| Antsiranana (Diego Suarez) | 261-82 |
| Antsohihy | 261-67 |
| Farafangana | 261-73 |
| Fianarantsoa | 261-75 |
| Mahajanga | 261-62 |
| Maintirano | 261-69 |
| Manakara | 261-72 |
| Mananjary | 261-72 |
| Mideast Region | 261-13 |
| Moramanga | 261-56 |
| Morondava | 261-95 |
| Nosy Be Is. | 261-86 |
| Sainte Marie | 261-57 |
| Sambava | 261-88 |
| Toamasina | 261-53 |
Show all 22 Madagascar area codes
| Tolagnaro | 261-92 |
| Toliaray | 261-94 |
International Calling to Madagascar: FAQs
How do I call Madagascar from United States?
To call Madagascar from United States, dial the exit code 011, followed by the country code +261, then the phone number. For example, to call the number 32 12 345 67, you would dial: 011 261 32 12 345 67.
What is the country calling code for Madagascar when calling from United States?
The country calling code for Madagascar is +261. To call Madagascar from United States, dial +261 followed by the local phone number.
How do I make cheap calls to Madagascar when calling from United States?
To make affordable calls to Madagascar from United States, use CallTuv's browser-based calling service. Simply dial +261 followed by the local number. No app download required, and calls start at ~$2.39 per minute.
How much does it cost to call Madagascar when calling from United States?
Calls to Madagascar cost ~$2.39 per minute to landlines and ~$2.00 per minute to mobiles with CallTuv, billed per minute with no subscription.View rates for Madagascar →
Can I use + instead of the exit code when calling Madagascar?
Yes. On mobile phones and in CallTuv, you can usually use +261 instead of dialing 011 261. The plus sign replaces the international exit code.
Should I remove leading zeros from Madagascar phone numbers?
In most international dialing formats, remove the trunk prefix or leading zero before the local Madagascar number, then dial +261. If the dialer shows a formatting warning, follow the corrected format before calling.
What is the best time to call Madagascar from United States?
The capital-to-capital time gap is 15h destination ahead. A practical window in United States is 18:00-23:59 and 00:00-03:00 local time, which maps to standard business hours in Madagascar.
