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How to Call Mali from the United States

Country code +223 — Dial 011 223 65 XX XX XX from a US landline or +223 65 XX XX XX from a mobile phone.

+223
Mali Country Code

What to Dial

  1. 1Dial 011 from a US landline, or + from a mobile (hold the 0 key).
  2. 2Dial 223, the country code of Mali.
  3. 3Dial the number: 8 digits, exactly as written: Mali has no leading 0 to drop.
Calling a… Written in Mali From a US landline From a cell phone
Mobile 65 XX XX XX 011 223 65 XX XX XX +223 65 XX XX XX
Landline (Bamako) 20 XX XX XX 011 223 20 XX XX XX +223 20 XX XX XX

X stands for any digit. Mobile numbers start with 2, 5, 6, 7, 8 or 9. More number types: Mali phone number format.

Mobile or Landline?

Mali had 112 mobile subscriptions and 1.3 landlines per 100 people in 2022. Most people you call will be on a mobile, so ask for their mobile number and check what your plan charges for calls to Mali mobiles.

Source: World Bank (ITU).

Calling Tips for Mali

Best Time to Call

To reach someone between 9 AM and 8 PM in Bamako, call between 4:00 AM–3:00 PM EST (1:00 AM–12:00 PM PST). Mali doesn’t change its clocks, so the gap moves by an hour when the US does.

Mali is on UTC+0, 5 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)
--:--
UTC-5
+5h
Mali
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UTC+0

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I call Mali from the US?
From a US landline, dial 011, then 223, then the number: 011 223 65 XX XX XX for a mobile. From a cell phone, dial +223 65 XX XX XX.
Do I need to drop a 0 when calling Mali?
No. Mali has no trunk prefix: dial every digit after +223 exactly as written, for example +223 65 XX XX XX.
How many digits is a phone number in Mali?
8 digits after the country code +223. Mobile numbers start with 2, 5, 6, 7, 8 or 9.
What time should I call Mali from the US?
Mali is 5 hours ahead of New York (UTC+0 in Bamako). To reach someone between 9 AM and 8 PM there, call between 4:00 AM–3:00 PM EST, or 1:00 AM–12:00 PM PST on the West Coast. Mali 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 Mali 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 Mali?
It depends on your plan: many US plans charge per minute for international calls, and calls to Mali mobiles often cost more than calls to landlines. Internet calling apps are free when both people have the same app.
Mali Quick Info
Country Code +223
ISO Code ML
Capital Bamako
Time Zone UTC+0
Exit Code (US) 011
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