How to call Malta from Australia
Dial 0011 356, then the 8-digit Maltese number.
How to Dial a Maltese Number from Australia
Maltese numbers have 8 digits and no area code. From Australia, dial 0011 356 before them.
Convert a Maltese number
Type or paste the number you were given, in any format. We show you exactly what to dial from Australia.
Dial 0011
This is the code for an international call from Australia.
Dial 356
This is the country code for Malta, including Gozo.
Dial the 8-digit number
Malta has no area codes and no 0 to drop. Dial all 8 digits.
From a mobile, you can also press + instead of 0011. For the same number, dial +356 2123 4567.
How to Call a Maltese Mobile from Australia
Maltese mobile numbers have 8 digits and start with 7 or 9. Dial all 8 digits after 0011 356.
Landline numbers start with 2. Mobile and landline numbers are dialled the same way.
With a phone card, a Maltese mobile costs from 31.8c a minute and a Maltese landline from 22.0c a minute.
Get Cheap Calls To Malta
Call Maltese landlines and mobiles from any Australian mobile or landline. Pick a card, pay online and get your PIN by email.
- Cards from $5
- No contract
- $0 monthly fees
- PIN by email
- 1Choose landlines or mobilesEach card has its own rate for each.
- 2Pick a cardThe list puts the cheapest card first.
- 3Pay and get your PINYour PIN is emailed after purchase.
Compare Phone Card and Mobile Plan Rates to Malta
What it costs per minute to call a Maltese mobile at pay-as-you-go rates. A longer bar costs more.
- Super Deal phone card31.8c/min
- East Star phone card36.4c/min
- ALDImobile62.3c/min
- Optus (prepaid)65c/min
- Everyday Mobile from Woolworths75c/min
- Vodafone (prepaid)80c/min
- amaysim$1.00/min
- Vodafone (plan)$1.00/min
- TPG Mobile$1.00/min
- Telstra (plan)$1.37/min
- Optus (plan)$2.83/min
Show rates and fees as a table
| Provider | Rate per minute | Fee per call | 10-minute call |
|---|---|---|---|
| Super Deal phone card | 31.8c | None | $3.18 |
| East Star phone card | 36.4c | None | $3.64 |
| ALDImobile | 62.3c | None | $6.23 |
| Optus (prepaid) | 65c | Not stated | $6.50 |
| Everyday Mobile from Woolworths | 75c | 40c | $7.90 |
| Vodafone (prepaid) | 80c | Not stated | $8.00 |
| amaysim | $1.00 | None | $10.00 |
| Vodafone (plan) | $1.00 | 28c | $10.28 |
| TPG Mobile | $1.00 | 35c | $10.35 |
| Telstra (plan) | $1.37 | 40c | $14.10 |
| Optus (plan) | $2.83 | 35c | $28.65 |
Mobile plan prices are from each provider's website, checked 9 October 2026. Many plans also sell bundles that include Maltese calls. Prices can change, so check with the provider.
How to Call Malta with a Phone Card
A phone card is one of the cheapest ways to call Malta from any Australian mobile or landline. Your PIN is emailed after purchase.
Dial the access number
Call the card's local access number for your city.
Enter your PIN
Type the PIN from your email. A voice tells you how much credit you have.
Dial the Maltese number
Enter 0011 356 + the number, then press #. The voice tells you how many minutes you have.
Talk, then hang up
To call another number, press ## instead of hanging up.
Register your phone for PINless dialling and you can skip step 2 next time.
Cheapest Rates to Call Malta from Australia
Our cards with no connection fee and the best mix of Maltese landline and mobile rates, checked on 19 October 2026. Rates are in Australian dollars per minute from the card's local access number.
| Card | Maltese landline | Maltese mobile |
|---|---|---|
| Day to Day | 22.0c/min | 44.0c/min |
| Easy Calling | 22.4c/min | 44.4c/min |
| All Seasons | 22.4c/min | 44.4c/min |
| East Star | 22.5c/min | 36.4c/min |
| Super Deal | 28.6c/min | 31.8c/min |
Rates can change. The card page always shows the current rate before you buy.
What a Maltese call costs
A 30 minute call to a Maltese landline costs about $6.60 on Day to Day. A 30 minute call to a Maltese mobile costs about $9.54 on Super Deal.
For long calls
Some cards charge a connection fee and give a lower rate. Call Anywhere costs 16.4c a minute to Maltese landlines plus 99c a call. It saves money on calls longer than about 20 minutes to a landline.
See every card for Malta
Compare all our cards for Maltese calls, cheapest first, with prices and talk time.
Malta Has No Area Codes
Every Maltese number has 8 digits, including numbers on Gozo. Dial 0011 356, then the 8 digits.
Best Time to Call Malta from Australia
Malta is 6 to 10 hours behind Australia. The gap changes during the year because both countries move their clocks for daylight saving.
| Time of year | Sydney & Melbourne | Brisbane | Perth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Early April to early October | Malta is 8 hours behind | Malta is 8 hours behind | Malta is 6 hours behind |
| Early October to late October | Malta is 9 hours behind | Malta is 8 hours behind | Malta is 6 hours behind |
| Late October to late March | Malta is 10 hours behind | Malta is 9 hours behind | Malta is 7 hours behind |
| Late March to early April | Malta is 9 hours behind | Malta is 8 hours behind | Malta is 6 hours behind |
Evening in Australia is a good time to call. At 7pm in Sydney, it is between 9am and 11am in Malta, depending on the time of year. Our rates are the same at any hour.
Call Malta for a few cents a minute
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I call a +356 number from Australia?
Dial 0011 356, then the rest of the number. If the number is written as +356 2123 4567, dial 0011 356 2123 4567. From a mobile, you can dial +356 2123 4567 as written.
What is the country code for Malta?
The country code for Malta is 356. From Australia, dial 0011 356, then the 8-digit number. From a mobile, you can dial +356 instead of 0011 356.
Does Malta have area codes?
No. Every Maltese number has 8 digits, including numbers on Gozo. Landlines start with 2 and mobiles start with 7 or 9.
Why can't I call Malta from Australia?
Check three things. You dialled 0011 356 at the start. You dialled the whole number with no extra 0. Your phone plan allows international calls.
How much does it cost to call Malta from Australia?
On cards with no connection fee, calls to Maltese landlines start at 22.0c a minute and calls to Maltese mobiles start at 31.8c a minute. Some cards add a fee to each call. A 30 minute call to a Maltese landline costs about $6.60.
What is the time difference between Australia and Malta?
Sydney and Melbourne are 8 to 10 hours ahead of Malta, Brisbane is 8 to 9 hours ahead of Malta and Perth is 6 to 7 hours ahead of Malta. The gap changes with daylight saving.
Can I call other countries with the same card?
Yes. Our cards call more than 200 countries. See the cheapest rates for each one on our cheap international calls page.
