How do I call Malta from abroad?

To call Malta, dial your country's exit code, followed by the country code +356, and then the local phone number.

What is the country calling code for Malta?

The country calling code for Malta is +356. To call Malta from abroad, dial +356 followed by the local phone number.

What timezone is Malta in?

Malta is in the UTC+01:00 timezone.

What currency is used in Malta?

The official currency of Malta is the Euro (€). This is the primary currency used for all transactions in the country.

What is the capital city of Malta?

The capital city of Malta is Valletta. It serves as the political and administrative center of the country.

How do I make cheap calls to Malta?

To make affordable calls to Malta from abroad, use CallTuv's browser-based calling service. Simply dial +356 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 Malta?

CallTuv offers competitive rates for calls to Malta 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 Malta

Calling Malta: [exit code] 356 [local number].

Malta Country Code: +356

ISO: MT

MLT

Quick answer

To call Malta, dial your international exit code, then 356, then the local number without leading zeros. Example: 00 356 9696 1234.

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Dialing format

00 356 9696 1234

Exit code • Country code • Local number

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

Step-by-Step Dialing Guide

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

Dial the country code +356 for Malta.

Enter the local phone number

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

Complete dialing format

Full format: [exit code] 356 [local number] - For example: 00 356 612 345 678

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International Dialing Format

003569696 1234

Exit Code•Country Code•Phone Number

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+3569696 1234

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Calling Malta: Calling Code, Local Time & More

Calling Code

+356

Capital of Malta

Valletta

Region

Europe (Southern Europe)

Currency of Malta

Euro (€)

Malta Time Zones

UTC+01:00

Current time

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Malta at a Glance

Malta, located in Southern Europe, is a nation with a rich identity. Its capital city, Valletta, serves as the administrative center for a population of approximately 574K.

The official currency is the Euro (€). When calling Malta, the country code is +356. The country observes the UTC+01:00 time zone(s), and the primary language(s) spoken include English, Maltese.

Destination Calling Profile: Malta

Population

574K

Population Rank

#168 of 230

Language Footprint

English, Maltese

Time Zone Footprint

UTC+01:00

City/Area Code Coverage

No city-level entries yet

Dial Code Status

Exclusive code in dataset

Malta currently has a 8-digit local number pattern in this guide, with country code +356.

Detailed route planning

Route planning details: Malta

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

From

Your location

Malta

Common exit code: 00 or +Malta calling code: +356Time difference: N/A

For most international calls, start with your exit code or the plus sign, then dial +356 before the local Malta number.

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

Malta dialing details

Malta is represented here by MT/MLT, Valletta, Southern Europe, about 574K people, Euro (€), and primary language context of English, Maltese.

Destination calling code: +356. Destination time zones: UTC+01:00. Rate check: check live price before dialing.

Malta call planning

This destination-first route depends on the caller's local exit code plus +356. For business calls, use Malta's local workday as the default timing reference.

Dialing sequence: exit code +356 local number. Business-hour window: Use destination business hours. Time relationship: N/A.

Destination market: Malta is in Southern Europe, with Valletta as a main administrative center. Calls may reach family, companies, banks, hotels, clinics, or public offices across a market of about 574K. Primary language context: English, Maltese. Local billing and everyday prices use Euro (€).

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

Use your local international prefix or +, then +356, then the Malta local number.Malta business-hour planning depends on the local destination timezone; the primary reference point here is Valletta.Malta language context: English, Maltese. Keep this in mind when calling businesses, hotels, banks, or local services.For Malta, check whether you are calling a landline or mobile number because those prices can differ; current context: check live price before dialing.