Malaysia Phone Number Format
Country code +60 — Complete guide to Malaysia phone number formats, mobile and landline structures, and area codes.
Number Format Overview
Phone numbers in Malaysia use the international country code +60. When dialing from outside Malaysia, you must include this country code before the local number.
International Format
+60 [area code] [local number]
From the United States
011 60 [area code] [local number]
When dialing a number within Malaysia, local dialing rules apply. You may need to include a trunk prefix (often 0) before the area code for domestic calls, but you should omit this prefix when dialing internationally.
Mobile vs. Landline Numbers
Mobile Numbers
Mobile phone numbers in Malaysia typically:
- Begin with specific mobile prefixes
- May have a different length than landline numbers
- Are often 8-10 digits after the country code
+60 XX XXXX XXXX
Landline Numbers
Landline numbers in Malaysia typically:
- Start with a geographic area code
- Area codes identify the city or region
- Total length varies by area code
+60 (area) XXXX XXXX
Example Phone Numbers
These are example formats only and are not real phone numbers:
| Type | Local Format | International Format | From US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Landline (Kuala Lumpur) | (0XX) XXXX XXXX |
+60 XX XXXX XXXX |
011 60 XX XXXX XXXX |
| Mobile | 0XXX XXX XXXX |
+60 XXX XXX XXXX |
011 60 XXX XXX XXXX |
| Toll-Free | 0800 XXX XXXX |
+60 800 XXX XXXX |
011 60 800 XXX XXXX |
Malaysia Area Codes
Major area codes in Malaysia:
| Area Code | City / Region |
|---|---|
4 |
Alor Setar |
3 |
Beranang |
8 |
Bintulu |
3 |
Broga |
3 |
Cheras |
3 |
Dengkil |
5 |
Ipoh |
7 |
Johor Bahru |
7 |
Johore |
3 |
Kajang |
4 |
Kedah |
9 |
Kelantan |
4 |
Kepala Batas |
9 |
Kota Bharu |
8 |
Kota Kinabalu |
3 |
Kuala Lumpur |
9 |
Kuantan |
8 |
Kuching |
8 |
Labuan |
9 |
Machang |
9 |
Maran |
6 |
Melaka (state) |
8 |
Miri |
6 |
Muar |
6 |
Negeri Sembilan |
9 |
Pahang |
4 |
Penang |
4 |
Perak |
4 |
Perlis |
9 |
Terengganu |
Dialing Tips
- Remove the leading zero: When dialing internationally, drop the trunk prefix (usually 0) that is used for domestic calls in Malaysia.
- Use the + notation: From a US mobile phone, use
+60instead of011 60. - Verify the number length: Make sure you have the correct number of digits. If your call does not connect, check whether you need to add or remove an area code digit.
- Save contacts in international format: Always store phone numbers with the full
+60prefix so they work from any country.
Malaysia Quick Info
| Country Code | +60 |
|---|---|
| ISO Code | MY |
| Capital | Kuala Lumpur |
| International Prefix | 011 (from US) |