How do I call Madagascar from South Africa?

To call Madagascar from South Africa, dial the exit code 00, followed by the country code +261, then the phone number. For example, to call the number 32 12 345 67, you would dial: 00 261 32 12 345 67.

What is the country calling code for Madagascar when calling from South Africa?

The country calling code for Madagascar is +261. To call Madagascar from South Africa, dial +261 followed by the local phone number.

What timezone is Madagascar in?

Madagascar is in the UTC+03:00 timezone.

What currency is used in Madagascar?

The official currency of Madagascar is the Malagasy ariary (Ar). This is the primary currency used for all transactions in the country.

What is the capital city of Madagascar?

The capital city of Madagascar is Antananarivo. It serves as the political and administrative center of the country.

How do I make cheap calls to Madagascar when calling from South Africa?

To make affordable calls to Madagascar from South Africa, use CallTuv's browser-based calling service. Simply dial +261 followed by the local number. No app download required, and our rates are significantly cheaper than traditional phone carriers.

How much does it cost to call Madagascar when calling from South Africa?

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What is the best time to call Madagascar from South Africa?

The capital-to-capital time gap is 1h destination ahead. A practical window in South Africa is 08:00-17:00 local time, which maps to standard business hours in Madagascar.

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How to Call Madagascar from South Africa

Calling Madagascar from South Africa: 00 261 [local number].

Madagascar Country Code: +261

ISO: MG

MDG

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 South Africa

International Guide

Dial the exit code for South Africa

Start by dialing 00 (or use + on mobile). This is the international dialing prefix for South Africa.

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: 00 261 [local number] - For example: 00 261 612 345 678

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International Dialing Format

0026132 12 345 67

Exit Code•Country Code•Phone Number

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+26132 12 345 67

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Calling Madagascar from South Africa: Calling Code, Local Time & More

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: South Africa to Madagascar

Exit Code in South Africa

00 (dial 00 (or + from mobile))

South Africa Country Code

+27

Route Dialing Pattern

00 261 32 12 345 67

Capital Time Difference

1h destination ahead

Best Calling Window (Origin Time)

08:00-17:00

Currency Pair

South African rand (R) -> Malagasy ariary (Ar)

Primary languages: South Africa (Afrikaans, English, Southern Ndebele, Northern Sotho, Southern Sotho, Swazi, Tswana, Tsonga, Venda, Xhosa, Zulu) and Madagascar (French, Malagasy).

Shared language overlap: No direct overlap in primary language list. Primary timezones: South Africa (UTC+02:00) and Madagascar (UTC+03:00).

City & Area Codes for Madagascar

22 Locations

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]

Area codes are typically followed by the subscriber number.