Area Code 302 – Malé Region

Overview of Maldives Area Code 302

Area code 302 is a geographic National Destination Code (NDC) assigned to the Malé Region of the Republic of Maldives. It serves the capital city of Malé, the adjoining island of Hulhulé (site of Velana International Airport), and the greater Malé metropolitan area, including the artificial island of Hulhumalé. As the commercial and administrative hub of the archipelago, this code is used by businesses, government offices, and residents within the region.

Geographic Coverage and Administrative Jurisdiction

The 302 code covers the Malé Atoll, which is administratively divided into four constituencies: Malé, Hulhulé, Hulhumalé, and Vilimalé. All landline numbers within this area share the 302 prefix, distinguishing them from other atolls that use different NDCs (e.g., 3xx for other regions). The Malé Region is the most densely populated area in the Maldives, and the 302 code is essential for local connectivity.

Dialing Formats and Instructions

Local calls (within Maldives): When dialing a fixed-line number in the Malé Region from another part of the Maldives, you must include the trunk prefix 0 followed by the area code and the subscriber number. The national significant number (NSN) is 7 digits long, composed of the 3-digit area code (302) plus a 4-digit subscriber line number. For example, a local call to a number in Malé would be dialed as 0 302 XXXX.

International calls (from abroad): To reach a fixed-line number in Malé from outside the Maldives, dial the international access prefix (e.g., 00 or +), then the Maldives country code +960, followed by the area code without the leading trunk prefix, and the subscriber number. For instance, an international caller would dial +960 302 XXXX. Note that the total length after the country code is 7 digits.

Overlay Considerations and Numbering Plan

Currently, there is no overlay code for the Malé Region; the 302 code is the sole geographic code for the capital area. However, due to the growing demand for telecommunication services, the Telecommunications Authority of Maldives (TAM) has implemented a closed numbering plan where all NDCs are 3 digits, and subscriber numbers are 4 digits for fixed lines. This structure ensures sufficient capacity and simplifies number portability within the country.

Caller Instructions

For local callers: Always include the trunk prefix 0 before the area code when dialing from outside the Malé Region. If you are within the same exchange area, you may be able to dial only the 4-digit subscriber number, but this is not guaranteed across all operators; it is safer to dial the full 7-digit NSN.

For foreign callers: Ensure you have the correct country code (+960) and omit the leading 0 of the area code. Double-check the subscriber number length, as some numbers may have been migrated to VoIP services but retain the same geographic code.