How do I call Moldova from South Africa?

To call Moldova from South Africa, dial the exit code 00, followed by the country code +373, then the phone number. For example, to call the number 621 12 345, you would dial: 00 373 621 12 345.

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

The country calling code for Moldova is +373. To call Moldova from South Africa, dial +373 followed by the local phone number.

What timezone is Moldova in?

Moldova is in the UTC+02:00 timezone.

What currency is used in Moldova?

The official currency of Moldova is the Moldovan leu (L). This is the primary currency used for all transactions in the country.

What is the capital city of Moldova?

The capital city of Moldova is Chișinău. It serves as the political and administrative center of the country.

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

To make affordable calls to Moldova from South Africa, use CallTuv's browser-based calling service. Simply dial +373 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 Moldova when calling from South Africa?

CallTuv offers competitive rates for calls to Moldova from South Africa. Rates vary depending on whether you're calling a mobile or landline number. Check our rates page for the most up-to-date pricing.

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

The capital-to-capital time gap is 0h (same time). A practical window in South Africa is 09:00-18:00 local time, which maps to standard business hours in Moldova.

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How to Call Moldova from South Africa

Calling Moldova from South Africa: 00 373 [local number].

Moldova Country Code: +373

ISO: MD

MDA

Quick answer

To call Moldova from South Africa, dial 00, then 373, then the local number without leading zeros. Example: 00 373 621 12 345.

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Dialing format

00 373 621 12 345

Exit code • Country code • Local number

Whether you’re calling family, friends, or business contacts, knowing how to call Moldova 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 Moldova - whether you’re calling Chișinău or anywhere else.

Step-by-Step Dialing Guide

Follow these simple steps to make a call to Moldova 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 Moldova's country code

Dial the country code +373 for Moldova.

Enter the local phone number

Dial the local phone number in Moldova (typically 8-10 digits, without any leading zeros).

Complete dialing format

Full format: 00 373 [local number] - For example: 00 373 612 345 678

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International Dialing Format

00373621 12 345

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+373621 12 345

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

Calling Code

+373

Capital of Moldova

Chișinău

Region

Europe (Eastern Europe)

Currency of Moldova

Moldovan leu (L)

Moldova Time Zones

UTC+02:00

Current time

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Moldova at a Glance

Moldova, located in Eastern Europe, is a nation with a rich identity. Its capital city, Chișinău, serves as the administrative center for a population of approximately 2.7M.

The official currency is the Moldovan leu (L). When calling Moldova, the country code is +373. The country observes the UTC+02:00 time zone(s), and the primary language(s) spoken include Romanian.

Destination Calling Profile: Moldova

Population

2.7M

Population Rank

#137 of 230

Language Footprint

Romanian

Time Zone Footprint

UTC+02:00

City/Area Code Coverage

45 locations listed

Dial Code Status

Exclusive code in dataset

Moldova currently has a 8-digit local number pattern in this guide, with country code +373.

Route Profile: South Africa to Moldova

Exit Code in South Africa

00 (dial 00 (or + from mobile))

South Africa Country Code

+27

Route Dialing Pattern

00 373 621 12 345

Capital Time Difference

0h (same time)

Best Calling Window (Origin Time)

09:00-18:00

Currency Pair

South African rand (R) -> Moldovan leu (L)

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

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

Detailed route planning

Route planning details: South Africa to Moldova

Use this route profile to plan a real call from South Africa to Moldova, including the exit code, destination country code, time difference, and local context.

From

South Africa

Moldova

South Africa exit code: 00Moldova calling code: +373Time difference: 0h, same primary timezone

For dialing this route, callers in South Africa usually start with 00 or the plus sign, then dial +373 before the local Moldova number.

South Africa's primary timezone in this dataset is UTC+02:00, while Moldova's is UTC+02:00. A practical origin-time calling window is 09:00-18:00.

Dialing from South Africa

South Africa callers are represented by ZA/ZAF, with Pretoria as a capital reference point, Southern Africa, 63M people, South African rand (R), and primary language context of Afrikaans, English, Southern Ndebele, Northern Sotho, Southern Sotho +6 more.

Origin exit prefix: 00 or + from mobile. Origin country code: +27. Origin time zones: UTC+02:00.

Moldova dialing details

Moldova is represented here by MD/MDA, Chișinău, Eastern Europe, about 2.7M people, Moldovan leu (L), and primary language context of Romanian.

Destination calling code: +373. Destination time zones: UTC+02:00. Rate check: check live price before dialing.

South Africa to Moldova call planning

This route combines South Africa's outbound dialing rules with Moldova's destination numbering and local schedule. The primary timezone relationship is 0h, same primary timezone, and the recommended origin-time window is 09:00-18:00.

Dialing sequence: 00 373 local number. Business-hour window: 09:00-18:00. Time relationship: 0h, same primary timezone.

Destination market: Moldova is in Eastern Europe, with Chișinău as a main administrative center. Calls from South Africa may reach family, companies, banks, hotels, clinics, or public offices across a market of about 2.7M. Primary language context: Romanian. Local billing and everyday prices use Moldovan leu (L).

Route context: South Africa is listed in Southern Africa with a population of about 63M; Moldova is listed in Eastern Europe with about 2.7M. The main listed languages differ: South Africa (Afrikaans, English, Southern Ndebele +8 more) and Moldova (Romanian). Currency context also changes across the route: South African rand (R) in South Africa and Moldovan leu (L) in Moldova.

From South Africa, the conventional international prefix is 00; mobile callers can usually use +, then +373, then the Moldova local number.Pretoria to Chișinău has a 0h, same primary timezone time relationship, so check the destination workday before placing business or support calls.Moldova language context: Romanian. Keep this in mind when calling businesses, hotels, banks, or local services.For Moldova, check whether you are calling a landline or mobile number because those prices can differ; current context: check live price before dialing.

City & Area Codes for Moldova

45 Locations

City / Region	Area Code	Full Dialing Pattern
Anenii Noi	373-265	+373-265 [local number]
Balti	373-231	+373-231 [local number]
Basarabeasca	373-297	+373-297 [local number]
Bender	373-552	+373-552 [local number]
Briceni	373-247	+373-247 [local number]
Cahul	373-299	+373-299 [local number]
Cainari	373-277	+373-277 [local number]
Calarasi	373-244	+373-244 [local number]
Camenca	373-216	+373-216 [local number]
Cantemir	373-273	+373-273 [local number]
Causeni	373-243	+373-243 [local number]
Ceadîr ? Lunga	373-291	+373-291 [local number]
Chisinau	373-22	+373-22 [local number]
Cimislia	373-241	+373-241 [local number]
Comrat	373-298	+373-298 [local number]
Criuleni	373-248	+373-248 [local number]
Dnestrovsk	373-219	+373-219 [local number]
Donduseni	373-251	+373-251 [local number]
Drochia	373-252	+373-252 [local number]
Dubasari	373-215	+373-215 [local number]
Edinet	373-246	+373-246 [local number]
Falesti	373-259	+373-259 [local number]
Floresti	373-250	+373-250 [local number]
Glodeni	373-249	+373-249 [local number]
Grigoriopol	373-210	+373-210 [local number]
Hîncesti	373-269	+373-269 [local number]
Ialoveni	373-268	+373-268 [local number]
Leova	373-263	+373-263 [local number]
Nisporeni	373-264	+373-264 [local number]
Ocnita	373-271	+373-271 [local number]
Orhei	373-235	+373-235 [local number]
Rezina	373-254	+373-254 [local number]
Rîbnita	373-555	+373-555 [local number]
Rîscani	373-256	+373-256 [local number]
Sîngerei	373-262	+373-262 [local number]
Slobozia	373-557	+373-557 [local number]
Soldanesti	373-272	+373-272 [local number]
Soroca	373-230	+373-230 [local number]
Stefan Voda	373-242	+373-242 [local number]
Straseni	373-237	+373-237 [local number]
Taraclia	373-294	+373-294 [local number]
Telenesti	373-258	+373-258 [local number]
Tiraspol	373-533	+373-533 [local number]
Ungheni	373-236	+373-236 [local number]
Vulcanesti	373-293	+373-293 [local number]

Area codes are typically followed by the subscriber number.