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How to Call Maldives from the United States

Country code +960 — Dial 011 960 77X-XXXX from a US landline or +960 77X-XXXX from a mobile phone.

+960
Maldives Country Code

What to Dial

  1. 1Dial 011 from a US landline, or + from a mobile (hold the 0 key).
  2. 2Dial 960, the country code of the Maldives.
  3. 3Dial the number: 7 digits, exactly as written: Maldives has no leading 0 to drop.
Calling a… Written in Maldives From a US landline From a cell phone
Mobile 77X-XXXX 011 960 77X-XXXX +960 77X-XXXX
Landline (Vaavu) 670-XXXX 011 960 670-XXXX +960 670-XXXX

X stands for any digit. Mobile numbers start with 46, 7 or 9. More number types: Maldives phone number format.

Mobile or Landline?

The Maldives had 148 mobile subscriptions and 2.3 landlines per 100 people in 2024. Most people you call will be on a mobile, so ask for their mobile number and check what your plan charges for calls to Maldives mobiles.

Source: World Bank (ITU).

Calling Tips for Maldives

Best Time to Call

To reach someone between 9 AM and 8 PM in Male, call between 11:00 PM–10:00 AM EST (8:00 PM–7:00 AM PST). The Maldives doesn’t change its clocks, so the gap moves by an hour when the US does.

The Maldives is on UTC+5, 10 hours ahead of US Eastern Time right now.

Cost Saving Tips

  • VoIP services such as Google Voice or Vonage usually charge less per minute than a carrier's standard international rate.
  • WiFi calling apps (WhatsApp, Viber, FaceTime) are free when both parties have the app.
  • Check your carrier's international plan — many offer add-on packages.

Time Difference

US Eastern (EST)
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UTC-5
+10h
Maldives
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UTC+5

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I call the Maldives from the US?
From a US landline, dial 011, then 960, then the number: 011 960 77X-XXXX for a mobile. From a cell phone, dial +960 77X-XXXX.
Do I need to drop a 0 when calling the Maldives?
No. Maldives has no trunk prefix: dial every digit after +960 exactly as written, for example +960 77X-XXXX.
How many digits is a phone number in the Maldives?
7 digits after the country code +960. Mobile numbers start with 46, 7 or 9.
What time should I call the Maldives from the US?
The Maldives is 10 hours ahead of New York (UTC+5 in Male). To reach someone between 9 AM and 8 PM there, call between 11:00 PM–10:00 AM EST, or 8:00 PM–7:00 AM PST on the West Coast. The Maldives doesn't change its clocks, so the difference shifts by an hour when the US switches to or from daylight saving time.
How do people in the Maldives call the US?
They dial the exit code 00, then 1 and the 10-digit US number: 00 1 XXX XXX XXXX, or +1 from a mobile.
How much does it cost to call the Maldives?
It depends on your plan: many US plans charge per minute for international calls, and calls to Maldives mobiles often cost more than calls to landlines. Internet calling apps are free when both people have the same app.
Maldives Quick Info
Country Code +960
ISO Code MV
Capital Male
Time Zone UTC+5
Exit Code (US) 011
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