How do I call Maldives from abroad?

To call Maldives, dial your country's exit code, followed by the country code +960, and then the local phone number.

What is the country calling code for Maldives?

The country calling code for Maldives is +960. To call Maldives from abroad, dial +960 followed by the local phone number.

What timezone is Maldives in?

Maldives is in the UTC+05:00 timezone.

What currency is used in Maldives?

The official currency of Maldives is the Maldivian rufiyaa (.ރ). This is the primary currency used for all transactions in the country.

What is the capital city of Maldives?

The capital city of Maldives is Malé. It serves as the political and administrative center of the country.

How do I make cheap calls to Maldives?

To make affordable calls to Maldives from abroad, use CallTuv's browser-based calling service. Simply dial +960 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 Maldives?

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

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How to Call Maldives

Calling Maldives: [exit code] 960 [local number].

Maldives Country Code: +960

ISO: MV

MDV

Quick answer

To call Maldives, dial your international exit code, then 960, then the local number without leading zeros. Example: 00 960 771 2345.

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Dialing format

00 960 771 2345

Exit code • Country code • Local number

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

Step-by-Step Dialing Guide

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

Dial the country code +960 for Maldives.

Enter the local phone number

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

Complete dialing format

Full format: [exit code] 960 [local number] - For example: 00 960 612 345 678

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International Dialing Format

00960771 2345

Exit Code•Country Code•Phone Number

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+960771 2345

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Calling Maldives: Calling Code, Local Time & More

Calling Code

+960

Capital of Maldives

Malé

Region

Asia (Southern Asia)

Currency of Maldives

Maldivian rufiyaa (.ރ)

Maldives Time Zones

UTC+05:00

Current time

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Maldives at a Glance

Maldives, located in Southern Asia, is a nation with a rich identity. Its capital city, Malé, serves as the administrative center for a population of approximately 515K.

The official currency is the Maldivian rufiyaa (.ރ). When calling Maldives, the country code is +960. The country observes the UTC+05:00 time zone(s), and the primary language(s) spoken include Maldivian.

Destination Calling Profile: Maldives

Population

515K

Population Rank

#169 of 230

Language Footprint

Maldivian

Time Zone Footprint

UTC+05:00

City/Area Code Coverage

45 locations listed

Dial Code Status

Exclusive code in dataset

Maldives currently has a 7-digit local number pattern in this guide, with country code +960.

Detailed route planning

Route planning details: Maldives

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

From

Your location

Maldives

Common exit code: 00 or +Maldives calling code: +960Time difference: N/A

For most international calls, start with your exit code or the plus sign, then dial +960 before the local Maldives number.

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

Maldives dialing details

Maldives is represented here by MV/MDV, Malé, Southern Asia, about 515K people, Maldivian rufiyaa (.ރ), and primary language context of Maldivian.

Destination calling code: +960. Destination time zones: UTC+05:00. Rate check: check live price before dialing.

Maldives call planning

This destination-first route depends on the caller's local exit code plus +960. For business calls, use Maldives's local workday as the default timing reference.

Dialing sequence: exit code +960 local number. Business-hour window: Use destination business hours. Time relationship: N/A.

Destination market: Maldives is in Southern Asia, with Malé as a main administrative center. Calls may reach family, companies, banks, hotels, clinics, or public offices across a market of about 515K. Primary language context: Maldivian. Local billing and everyday prices use Maldivian rufiyaa (.ރ).

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

Use your local international prefix or +, then +960, then the Maldives local number.Maldives business-hour planning depends on the local destination timezone; the primary reference point here is Malé.Maldives language context: Maldivian. Keep this in mind when calling businesses, hotels, banks, or local services.For Maldives, 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 Maldives

45 Locations

City / Region	Area Code	Full Dialing Pattern
Alif Alif	960-45	+960-45 [local number]
Alif Alif	666	+666 [local number]
Alif Dhaalu	960-668	+960-668 [local number]
Baa	960-23	+960-23 [local number]
Baa	960-660	+960-660 [local number]
Dhaalu	960-46	+960-46 [local number]
Faafu	960-674	+960-674 [local number]
Gaafu Alifu	960-51	+960-51 [local number]
Gaafu Alifu	960-682	+960-682 [local number]
Gaafu Dhaalu	960-52	+960-52 [local number]
Gaafu Dhaalu	960-684	+960-684 [local number]
Gnaviyani	960-54	+960-54 [local number]
Gnaviyani	960-686	+960-686 [local number]
Haa Alif	960-20	+960-20 [local number]
Haa Alif	960-650	+960-650 [local number]
Haa Dhaalu	960-21	+960-21 [local number]
Haa Dhaalu	960-652	+960-652 [local number]
Hulumale'	960-35	+960-35 [local number]
Hulumale'	960-335	+960-335 [local number]
Kaafu	960-44	+960-44 [local number]
Kaafu	960-664	+960-664 [local number]
Laamu	960-47	+960-47 [local number]
Laamu	960-680	+960-680 [local number]
Lhaviyani	960-662	+960-662 [local number]
Male'	960-31	+960-31 [local number]
Male'	960-32	+960-32 [local number]
Male'	960-32	+960-32 [local number]
Male'	960-34	+960-34 [local number]
Male'	960-331	+960-331 [local number]
Male'	960-332	+960-332 [local number]
Male'	960-333	+960-333 [local number]
Male'	960-334	+960-334 [local number]
Meemu	960-672	+960-672 [local number]
Noonu	960-22	+960-22 [local number]
Noonu	960-656	+960-656 [local number]
Raa	960-658	+960-658 [local number]
Seenu	960-57	+960-57 [local number]
Seenu	960-58	+960-58 [local number]
Seenu	960-688	+960-688 [local number]
Seenu	960-689	+960-689 [local number]
Shaviyani	960-654	+960-654 [local number]
Thaa	960-678	+960-678 [local number]
Vaavu	960-670	+960-670 [local number]
Villingili	960-39	+960-39 [local number]
Villingili	960-339	+960-339 [local number]

Area codes are typically followed by the subscriber number.