Country codes Madagascar
ISO 3166-1
ALPHA-2
MG
ALPHA-3
MDG
The two-letter code for Madagascar is MG, and the three-letter code is MDG, as per ISO 3166-1 standards.
Dialing Code
+261
The dialing code for Madagascar is +261, used for international calls to the country from abroad.
Top Level Domain
.mg
The top-level domain (TLD) for Madagascar is .mg, used for country-specific internet addresses.
Country Details
| Formal Name | the Republic of Madagascar |
| Capital | Antananarivo |
| Region | Africa |
| Sub Region | Sub-Saharan Africa |
Madagascar, officially known as the Republic of Madagascar, is located in the Sub-Saharan Africa sub-region of the larger Africa continent with Antananarivo serving as its capital.
Currency
| Currency | Malagasy Ariary |
| Alphabetic Code | MGA |
| Numeric Code | 969 |
Madagascar uses the Malagasy Ariary (MGA) as its official currency, with the numeric code 969.
Languages
There are a total of 2 official languages spoken in Madagascar. These languages play an important role in everyday life, education, government, and business throughout the country.
TimeZones
| Timezone | Offset UTC | Offset DST | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Africa / Nairobi | +03:00 | +03:00 | |
| Indian / Antananarivo | +03:00 | +03:00 |
Explore the various timezones across Madagascar. Each timezone has its unique UTC offset and daylight saving time (DST) adjustments. Check the current time and see the differences in time across various regions of the country.
ISO 3166-2 Codes
| Subdivision name | Subdivision category | ISO Code |
|---|---|---|
| Antananarivo | province | MG-T |
| Antsiranana | province | MG-D |
| Fianarantsoa | province | MG-F |
| Mahajanga | province | MG-M |
| Toamasina | province | MG-A |
| Toliara | province | MG-U |
Explore the subdivisions of Madagascar, each identified by a unique ISO 3166-2 code. These codes are crucial for identifying regions within the country and are used for various administrative, geographic, and data purposes.
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Helpful Resources
To learn more about Madagascar's history, geography, culture, economy, and other key aspects, visit the Madagascar Wikipedia page.
To learn more about Madagascar's ISO country codes (alpha-2, alpha-3, and numeric), visit the ISO 3166-1 page for Madagascar.
For geographical info about Madagascar, visit the Geonames page. It covers coordinates, elevation, administrative divisions, and nearby locations.