Network & carriers
The Maldives' telecom market is served by Dhiraagu and Ooredoo Maldives as the two major carriers.
+960 · MV · UTC+5
Maldives
Country Code & Virtual Numbers
The Maldives' +960 code covers an island nation of nearly 1,200 coral islands, served primarily by Dhiraagu and Ooredoo. Capital: Malé · Business hours: 11:00 PM–7:00 AM EST.
// The Basics
What is the +960 country code?
Numbering format
Maldivian numbers are 7 digits, dialed the same way domestically and internationally beyond the country code.
Calling culture
Business culture in the Maldives blends South Asian and Islamic traditions — a respectful, unhurried greeting is expected before business matters.
Did you know
The Maldives, spread across nearly 1,200 coral islands, relies heavily on mobile and satellite connectivity to link its widely scattered communities.
// Quick Facts
A quick read on Maldives numbers.
Maldivian numbers are a flat 7 digits, dialed the same way domestically and internationally beyond the country code.
Best time to call Maldives from the US
Maldives is on UTC+5 · Business hours = – EST · Sun–Thu
// Why a Virtual Number
Why get a Maldives virtual number?
A +960 virtual number gives your business instant local presence in Maldives — without the overhead.
Local caller ID in Maldives
When you call from your virtual Maldives number, contacts see a local +960 number — dramatically improving answer rates.
No office needed
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Instant credibility
A recognizable local number helps build trust with consumers across the Maldives' scattered island communities.
Routes to any device
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Frequently Asked
Maldives questions answered.
Answers about the Maldives' carrier landscape, respectful business culture, and getting a local +960 virtual number.
Dial 011 (the US exit code), then 960, then the national number, leaving out any domestic trunk prefix (such as a leading 0).
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