What is Malta's country code?
The country code for Malta is +356.
Country codes are assigned by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU).
How do I dial Malta?
- International format (recommended)
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+356 [local number]Example:
+356 9696 1234 - From a mobile phone
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Press and hold 0 or tap + to get the plus sign, then dial
+356followed by the local number. - From a landline
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Dial your country's international access code, then
356, then the local number.Common access codes: US/Canada: 011, UK: 00, Australia: 0011
Do I need to drop the leading zero?
Malta numbers don't typically have a trunk prefix to remove. Dial the number as-is after the country code.
What time zone is Malta?
Europe/Malta
Good time to call
02:03 PM local time · Weekend daytime
Good for personal calls.
How much does it cost to call Malta?
International calls to Malta vary dramatically by provider. Major US carriers charge $3.00/min or more, while VoIP services like DialHard start at $0.31/min.
| Provider | Rate/min | vs DialHard |
|---|---|---|
| AT&T | $3.00 | 90% more |
| Verizon | $2.99 | 90% more |
| T-Mobile | $3.00 | 90% more |
| DialHard | $0.31 | Save ~90% |
Carrier rates are based on published international calling rates without plan add-ons. Your actual rate may vary.
Current rates to Malta
$0.31–$0.64/min
Rates vary by mobile vs landline. Billed per minute, rounded up.
Frequently asked questions
Is +356 a mobile or landline code?
+356 is the country code for all of Malta—both mobile and landline numbers use this code. The digits after the country code may indicate the number type, but this varies by country.
Why won't my call to Malta connect?
Common issues:
- Wrong format: Make sure you're using +356 (not 00356 or 356)
- Extra digits: Remove any trunk prefix (usually 0) from the start of the local number
- Missing digits: Ensure you have the complete local number after the country code
How do I save a Malta number in my contacts?
Always save international numbers in E.164 format: +356 followed by the local number (without the leading 0 if applicable). This format works worldwide.