What are the MCC and MNC codes in Malawi?
Every mobile network in Malawi shares Mobile Country Code (MCC) 650 — the three-digit prefix that opens every PLMN broadcast by a Malawi SIM. The country's international dialling prefix is +265, which is distinct from the MCC: 650 identifies the country inside the network, while +265 routes voice calls. Under ISO 3166 Malawi is coded MW / MWI / 454. This page lists 4 mobile networks operating in Malawi, with each network's MNC, full PLMN, operator, status and market share.
By reported market reach, the largest networks in Malawi are Airtel (62.5%), TNM (35.7%), Access (1.8%).
| MCC | MNC | PLMN | Operator | Status | Market share |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 650 | 01 | 65001 | TNM Telecom Network Malawi | Operational | 35.7% |
| 650 | 02 | 65002 | Access Access Communications Ltd | Operational | 1.8% |
| 650 | 03 | 65003 | MTL Malawi Telecommunications Limited | Operational | — |
| 650 | 10 | 65010 | Airtel Airtel Malawi Limited | Operational | 62.5% |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the MCC of Malawi?
- Malawi's Mobile Country Code (MCC) is 650. Every SIM issued by a Malawi network broadcasts a PLMN that begins with these three digits.
- What is Malawi's country calling code?
- Malawi's international dialling prefix is +265. Note that this is separate from the MCC (650): the calling code routes voice calls, while the MCC identifies the country inside the mobile network.
- How many mobile networks are in Malawi?
- This registry lists 4 mobile networks for Malawi, from full MNOs to MVNOs, each with its MNC, PLMN code, operator, status and market share.
- How do I read a Malawi PLMN?
- A PLMN such as 65001 is simply the MCC and MNC joined together: 650 (Malawi) followed by 01 (TNM). The first three digits are always the country's MCC; the remaining two or three digits are the network's MNC.
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