Area Code 339 – Vilimalé

Overview of Maldives Area Code 339

Area code 339 is a geographic destination code within the Maldives national numbering plan, assigned to the island of Vilimalé (also spelled Villingili), located in the North Malé Atoll (Kaafu Atoll). Vilimalé is a resort island situated approximately 5 kilometers west of the capital island Malé and is part of the administrative jurisdiction of Malé City. The code is used for fixed-line (PSTN) services on the island, including landlines for resorts, administrative offices, and residential subscribers.

Dialing Formats

When calling a Vilimalé landline from within the Maldives, subscribers must dial the national trunk prefix 0 followed by the area code and the subscriber number. The complete national format is:

• 0 339 XXXX (where XXXX is the 4-digit local subscriber number)

For international callers, the Maldives country code is +960, and the leading trunk prefix '0' is omitted. The international dialing format is:

• +960 339 XXXX

For example, a local call to a Vilimalé landline would be dialed as 0 339 1234, while an international caller would dial +960 339 1234.

Geographic Coverage and Administration

Vilimalé is one of the few islands in the Malé region that hosts both a local community and tourist resorts. The area code 339 is specifically allocated to this island, distinguishing it from other Maldivian geographic codes such as 331 (Malé), 332 (Hulhulé), and 333 (Hulhumalé). The Maldivian numbering plan follows ITU-T E.164 recommendations, with geographic codes typically ranging from 3 to 5 digits in length. The subscriber number for Vilimalé is four digits, making the total national significant number (NSN) seven digits (excluding the trunk prefix).

Caller Instructions

For local callers within the Maldives: Always include the trunk prefix '0' when dialing any fixed-line number, even if you are calling from the same island or atoll. For international callers: Replace the trunk prefix with the Maldives country code +960. Ensure you have the correct international exit code for your country (e.g., 011 from the US, 00 from most European countries).

Overlay and Numbering Considerations

As of the latest ITU-T operational bulletin, there are no overlay codes for Vilimalé; the 339 code is exclusively used for this island. However, with the growth of VoIP and mobile services, some numbers may be ported, but fixed-line numbers generally retain their geographic significance. Always verify the number with the recipient or service provider if you are unsure about the correct dialing format.