Call Rates to Madagascar

Current eFon rates for calls to Madagascar. Compare mobile and landline destinations below.

Make cheap international calls to Madagascar with eFon — the country dialing code is +261. The capital of Madagascar is Antananarivo, in Eastern Africa. Call mobiles and landlines and stay close to Malagasy family and friends at low per-minute rates, with no subscription and no connection fees.

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eFon per-minute call rates to Madagascar. No connection fees.
DestinationPrice per minute
Madagascar, landline0.59 $/min
Madagascar, Airtel, mobile0.59 $/min
Madagascar, Blueline, mobile0.55 $/min
Madagascar, Orange, mobile0.60 $/min
Madagascar, Telma, mobile0.66 $/min

How to call Madagascar with eFon

Dial +261 · local number

Calling Madagascar with eFon is easy. Open eFon — International calls, top up once, and dial at low per-minute rates. Reach friends and family in Antananarivo, Toamasina, Antsirabe, Mahajanga, Fianarantsoa and anywhere else in Madagascar. The app keeps a stable connection and clear sound quality so you stay close to your loved ones abroad.

How to call Antananarivo

For example, a mobile number looks like +261 32 12 345 67,
and a landline like +261 20 22 234 56.

Area codes in Madagascar

Each city has its own area code — dial +261, then the city code, then the local number.

Telephone area codes for cities in Madagascar
CityArea code
Antananarivo+261 20
Toamasina+261 20
Antsirabe+261 20
Mahajanga+261 20
Fianarantsoa+261 20
Antsiranana+261 20

Republic of Madagascar

Calling code+261

Geography

RegionEastern Africa
CapitalAntananarivo
Area587041 km²

Population & economy

Population32 740 678
Fixed lines3 413
Mobile phones23 539 295
GDP$19.6 B
Major citiesAntananarivo, Toamasina, Antsirabe

Figures from the World Bank

Madagascar landscape — cheap calls with eFon
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Calling from abroad

Calling Madagascar from Belgium

From a landline in Belgium, dial 00 261 and then the local number — for example 00 261 32 12 345 67. On a mobile just type +261 instead of the exit code. In the eFon app you simply pick Madagascar from the list and enter the number.

When it's 09:00 in Brussels, it's 10:00 in Antananarivo — Madagascar is 1 h ahead of Belgium. Good hours to call: 08:00–20:00 Brussels time, which is 09:00–21:00 in Antananarivo.

Calls to Madagascar cost the same from Belgium as from anywhere else: from 0.48 €/min, no connection fee, no subscription.

Time in Madagascar —
Your time —
Local weather

Weather in Antananarivo

Partly cloudy
15°60°
Partly cloudy
Feels like 15°C58°F 12 km/h7 mph 91%

Right now it's 15°C (60°F) in Antananarivo, Madagascar — Partly cloudy, with winds around 12 km/h and humidity near 91%. Over the coming week, temperatures in Antananarivo range from about 12°C to 24°C. Little to no rain is expected this week. Checking the local forecast helps you choose a good moment to call your loved ones there with eFon.

20:00 16°60° 0%
21:00 15°60° 0%
22:00 16°60° 0%
23:00 15°59° 0%
00:00 14°58° 0%
01:00 14°57° 0%
02:00 13°56° 0%
03:00 13°55° 0%
04:00 13°55° 0%
05:00 14°57° 0%
06:00 15°59° 0%
07:00 17°62° 0%
Today Light drizzle 0% 24°75°14°56°
Tue Light drizzle 22% 24°76°13°55°
Wed Overcast 2% 24°75°12°54°
Thu Overcast 18% 24°75°13°56°
Fri Overcast 12% 23°73°12°54°
Sat Overcast 4% 23°73°12°54°
Sun Partly cloudy 2% 24°76°12°53°

7-day forecast for Antananarivo · Weather data by Open-Meteo

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How do I call Madagascar with eFon?

Download eFon, complete the quick registration and top up your balance. Then dial +261 followed by the local number to start calling Madagascar at low per-minute rates.

What is the dialing code for Madagascar?

The country dialing code for Madagascar is +261. To reach a number in Madagascar, dial +261 followed by the local phone number.

How much does it cost to call Madagascar?

EFon calls to Madagascar start at 0.55 $ per minute. Billing is pay-as-you-go with no connection fees — use the currency switch above the rates to see prices in your preferred currency.

Which mobile networks in Madagascar can I call?

With eFon you can call mobile numbers in Madagascar on networks including Airtel, Blueline, Orange, Telma, as well as landlines.

What is the capital of Madagascar?

The capital of Madagascar is Antananarivo, in Eastern Africa. eFon connects calls to Antananarivo and the rest of Madagascar at the same low rates.

Which cities in Madagascar can I call?

EFon reaches phones across all of Madagascar. Popular places to call include Toamasina, Antsirabe, Mahajanga, Fianarantsoa, Toliara, Antsiranana, as well as the capital Antananarivo. Every call connects at the same low per-minute rate, to both mobiles and landlines.

How big is Madagascar?

Madagascar covers about 587,041 km² in Eastern Africa, and eFon reaches every part of it at the same low per-minute rates.

What time zone is Madagascar in?

Madagascar is in the EAT time zone (UTC+3). Check the time difference from your own time zone so you call at a convenient hour — the clock on this page shows the current local time there.

What currency and languages are used in Madagascar?

The currency of Madagascar is the Malagasy Ariary (MGA, MGA). Commonly spoken languages include French, Malagasy.

Are there any hidden fees?

No. eFon is pay-as-you-go — there is no subscription and no connection fee. You only pay the per-minute rate for the time you talk.

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4.8 out of 5 on the App Store · 5 406 ratings in total
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