Area Code 81 – Agalega
The phone area code for Agalega is 81 (international format +23081). Browse local exchange codes (NXX) and carrier assignments below.
📍 Geographic Location of Agalega
Overview of Mauritius Area Code 81
Area code 81 is a geographic National Destination Code (NDC) assigned to the remote island of Agalega, part of the Republic of Mauritius. Located approximately 1,000 kilometers north of the main island, Agalega is administratively divided into two villages: Vingt Cinq and La Fourche. The code is used for fixed-line (PSTN) services on the island, serving a small population of around 300 residents, primarily employed in coconut and copra production.
Dialing Formats
To call a fixed-line number in Agalega from abroad, dial the international access prefix (e.g., 00 or +), followed by the Mauritius country code +230, then the area code 81 and the subscriber's 4-digit local number. The complete international format is +230 81XX XXXX (with the area code and subscriber number totaling 7 digits after the country code). From within Mauritius, callers must dial the full national number: 81X XXXX (without the leading 0, as Mauritius uses a closed numbering plan). For example, a local call to a subscriber number 1234 would be dialed as 81 1234.
Geographic Coverage and Administration
Agalega is a dependency of Mauritius and is administered by the Prime Minister's Office. The island's telecommunications infrastructure is limited, with a single telephone exchange serving both villages. The area code 81 is exclusively allocated to Agalega, distinguishing it from the main island's geographic codes (e.g., 2 for Port Louis, 4 for Curepipe) and mobile prefixes (5, 7, etc.). There are no overlay codes or alternative geographic codes for Agalega.
Caller Instructions
For international callers, ensure you have the correct country code and area code, and note that calls to Agalega may be subject to higher international tariffs. For local callers on the main island, dialing Agalega requires the full national number (starting with 81) even if calling from a fixed line in the same region. Mobile callers within Mauritius should also dial the full national number. As Agalega is a remote island, connectivity is dependent on satellite links, and occasional service disruptions may occur due to weather conditions. Always verify the subscriber number length (4 digits) before dialing.