Area Code 251 – Malange
The phone area code for Malange is 251 (international format +244251). Browse local exchange codes (NXX) and carrier assignments below.
📍 Geographic Location of Malange
Geographic Overview
The area code 251 is the National Destination Code (NDC) assigned to the province of Malange in Angola. This geographic code is part of the Angolan national numbering plan, which adheres to ITU-T E.164 recommendations. Malange is a landlocked province in northern Angola, known for its agricultural production and the city of Malanje, the provincial capital. The code covers the entire province, including the municipalities of Malanje, Cacuso, Calandula, and others.
Dialing Formats
To call a landline number in Malange from within Angola, you must include the trunk prefix 0 followed by the area code and the subscriber's number. The national format is:
0 251 XXX XXX
For example, a local number might be dialed as 0251 123 456.
From outside Angola, you need to dial the international access code (e.g., 00 or +), then Angola's country code 244, followed by the area code without the leading zero, and the subscriber number:
+244 251 XXX XXX
For instance, an international caller would dial +244 251 123 456.
Caller Instructions
- Local callers within Angola must always dial the trunk prefix 0 before the area code when calling from a different province or from a mobile phone. Even within Malange, the full national number is typically required for calls from mobile networks.
- International callers should replace the leading 0 with the +244 country code. Ensure you have the correct international exit code for your country (e.g., 011 from the US, 00 from most European countries).
- Mobile networks in Angola use non-geographic prefixes (e.g., 91, 92, 93), so if you are calling a mobile number, you do not use the 251 area code.
Numbering Plan Considerations
Angola's geographic numbering plan is structured with area codes ranging from 2 to 9, with varying subscriber number lengths. The Malange area code 251 is part of the national plan administered by the Angolan Institute of Communications (INACOM). As of the latest updates, there are no overlay codes or planned changes for this region, but users should always verify the most current dialing procedures with their service provider.
For businesses or individuals in Malange, using the correct geographic code ensures proper routing and avoids misdirected calls. VoIP and international callers should store numbers in international format (+244 251 XXX XXX) for reliable connectivity.