How do I call Malaysia from abroad?

To call Malaysia, dial your country's exit code, followed by the country code +60, and then the local phone number.

What is the country calling code for Malaysia?

The country calling code for Malaysia is +60. To call Malaysia from abroad, dial +60 followed by the local phone number.

What timezone is Malaysia in?

Malaysia is in the UTC+08:00 timezone.

What currency is used in Malaysia?

The official currency of Malaysia is the Malaysian ringgit (RM). This is the primary currency used for all transactions in the country.

What is the capital city of Malaysia?

The capital city of Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur. It serves as the political and administrative center of the country.

How do I make cheap calls to Malaysia?

To make affordable calls to Malaysia from abroad, use CallTuv's browser-based calling service. Simply dial +60 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 Malaysia?

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How to Call Malaysia

Calling Malaysia: [exit code] 60 [local number].

Malaysia Country Code: +60

ISO: MY

MYS

Quick answer

To call Malaysia, dial your international exit code, then 60, then the local number without leading zeros. Example: 00 60 12 345 6789.

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Dialing format

00 60 12 345 6789

Exit code • Country code • Local number

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

Step-by-Step Dialing Guide

Follow these simple steps to make a call to Malaysia from anywhere in the world

International Guide

Dial your country's exit code

Start with your country's international dialing prefix (often 00 or 011, or use + on mobile).

Add Malaysia's country code

Dial the country code +60 for Malaysia.

Enter the local phone number

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

Complete dialing format

Full format: [exit code] 60 [local number] - For example: 00 60 612 345 678

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International Dialing Format

006012 345 6789

Exit Code•Country Code•Phone Number

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+6012 345 6789

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Calling Malaysia: Calling Code, Local Time & More

Calling Code

+60

Capital of Malaysia

Kuala Lumpur

Region

Asia (South-Eastern Asia)

Currency of Malaysia

Malaysian ringgit (RM)

Malaysia Time Zones

UTC+08:00

Current time

Your time

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Malaysia at a Glance

Malaysia, located in South-Eastern Asia, is a nation with a rich identity. Its capital city, Kuala Lumpur, serves as the administrative center for a population of approximately 34M.

The official currency is the Malaysian ringgit (RM). When calling Malaysia, the country code is +60. The country observes the UTC+08:00 time zone(s), and the primary language(s) spoken include English, Malay.

Destination Calling Profile: Malaysia

Population

34M

Population Rank

#42 of 230

Language Footprint

English, Malay

Time Zone Footprint

UTC+08:00

City/Area Code Coverage

43 locations listed

Dial Code Status

Exclusive code in dataset

Malaysia currently has a 9-digit local number pattern in this guide, with country code +60.

Detailed route planning

Route planning details: Malaysia

Use this route profile to plan a real international call to Malaysia, including dialing format, timing, and destination context.

From

Your location

Malaysia

Common exit code: 00 or +Malaysia calling code: +60Time difference: N/A

For most international calls, start with your exit code or the plus sign, then dial +60 before the local Malaysia number.

Use Malaysia local business hours as the safest reference point before placing the call.

Malaysia dialing details

Malaysia is represented here by MY/MYS, Kuala Lumpur, South-Eastern Asia, about 34M people, Malaysian ringgit (RM), and primary language context of English, Malay.

Destination calling code: +60. Destination time zones: UTC+08:00. Rate check: check live price before dialing.

Malaysia call planning

This destination-first route depends on the caller's local exit code plus +60. For business calls, use Malaysia's local workday as the default timing reference.

Dialing sequence: exit code +60 local number. Business-hour window: Use destination business hours. Time relationship: N/A.

Destination market: Malaysia is in South-Eastern Asia, with Kuala Lumpur as a main administrative center. Calls may reach family, companies, banks, hotels, clinics, or public offices across a market of about 34M. Primary language context: English, Malay. Local billing and everyday prices use Malaysian ringgit (RM).

Route context: This page is destination-first, so the most important planning variables are Malaysia's country code, local timezone, destination language context, and whether the number is mobile or landline.

Use your local international prefix or +, then +60, then the Malaysia local number.Malaysia business-hour planning depends on the local destination timezone; the primary reference point here is Kuala Lumpur.Malaysia language context: English, Malay. Keep this in mind when calling businesses, hotels, banks, or local services.For Malaysia, check whether you are calling a landline or mobile number because those prices can differ; current context: check live price before dialing.

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City & Area Codes for Malaysia

43 Locations

City / Region	Area Code	Full Dialing Pattern
Alor Setar	60-4	+60-4 [local number]
Beranang	60-3	+60-3 [local number]
Bintulu	60-8	+60-8 [local number]
Broga	60-3	+60-3 [local number]
Cheras	60-3	+60-3 [local number]
Dengkil	60-3	+60-3 [local number]
Ipoh	60-5	+60-5 [local number]
Johor Bahru	60-7	+60-7 [local number]
Johore (state)	60-7	+60-7 [local number]
Kajang	60-3	+60-3 [local number]
Kedah	60-4	+60-4 [local number]
Kelantan (state)	60-9	+60-9 [local number]
Kepala Batas	60-4	+60-4 [local number]
Kota Bharu	60-9	+60-9 [local number]
Kota Kinabalu	60-8	+60-8 [local number]
Kuala Lumpur	60-3	+60-3 [local number]
Kuala Terengganu	60-9	+60-9 [local number]
Kuantan	60-9	+60-9 [local number]
Kuching	60-8	+60-8 [local number]
Labuan	60-8	+60-8 [local number]
Machang	60-9	+60-9 [local number]
Maran	60-9	+60-9 [local number]
Melaka (state)	60-6	+60-6 [local number]
Miri	60-8	+60-8 [local number]
Muar	60-6	+60-6 [local number]
Negeri Sembilan (state)	60-6	+60-6 [local number]
Pahang	60-9	+60-9 [local number]
Penang (state)	60-4	+60-4 [local number]
Perak (state)	60-4	+60-4 [local number]
Perlis (state)	60-4	+60-4 [local number]
Port Dickson	60-6	+60-6 [local number]
Sabah (state)	60-8	+60-8 [local number]
Sandakan	60-8	+60-8 [local number]
Sarawak (state)	60-8	+60-8 [local number]
Selangor (state)	60-3	+60-3 [local number]
Semenyih	60-3	+60-3 [local number]
Seremban	60-6	+60-6 [local number]
Sibu	60-8	+60-8 [local number]
Sintok	60-4	+60-4 [local number]
Sri Aman	60-8	+60-8 [local number]
Sungei Besi	60-3	+60-3 [local number]
Sungei Renggam	60-3	+60-3 [local number]
Terengganu (state)	60-9	+60-9 [local number]

Area codes are typically followed by the subscriber number.