Area Code 678 – Thaa
The phone area code for Thaa is 678 (international format +960678). Browse local exchange codes (NXX) and carrier assignments below.
📍 Geographic Location of Thaa
Overview of Area Code 678 (Thaa Atoll)
Area code 678 is a geographic National Destination Code (NDC) assigned to the Thaa Atoll in the Republic of Maldives. This atoll, also known as Kolhumadulu, is located in the southern part of the Maldives and comprises several inhabited islands, including the capital island Veymandoo, as well as Kinbidhoo, Madifushi, and Guraidhoo. The code is used for fixed-line (PSTN) services within this administrative division.
When dialing a Thaa Atoll fixed-line number from within the Maldives, you must include the trunk prefix 0 before the area code. The national dialing format is: 0 678 XXXX, where XXXX is the local subscriber number (typically 4 digits). For example, a local call to a number in Veymandoo might be dialed as 0 678 1234.
From outside the Maldives, callers must use the international access prefix (e.g., 00 or +) followed by the Maldives country code +960, then the area code 678 without the leading trunk prefix, and finally the local subscriber number. The international format is: +960 678 XXXX. For instance, an international caller would dial +960 678 1234 to reach the same number.
It is important to note that the Maldives has a closed numbering plan, meaning that all numbers, including fixed-line numbers, have a fixed length. The total number of digits after the country code is 7, so the subscriber number length is fixed at 4 digits for this area code. No overlay codes are currently in effect for Thaa Atoll; the 678 code is exclusively used for this geographic region.
For callers within the Maldives, if you are dialing from a different atoll or from Malé, you must always include the trunk prefix and area code. For example, a call from Malé to Thaa Atoll would be dialed as 0 678 XXXX. When traveling internationally, ensure you use the correct exit code for your country (e.g., 011 from the US and Canada, 00 from most European countries) before dialing 960 678 XXXX.
As with all geographic numbers in the Maldives, calls to 678 numbers are subject to standard PSTN tariffs, which may vary depending on your service provider and whether the call is local, national, or international. For the most accurate and up-to-date dialing instructions, always consult your telecom operator.