This is the telephone area code for Penang, including George Town and surrounding areas in Malaysia.
How to Call Penang from Overseas
- Dial your country's exit code (International Access Code)
- Dial 60 (Malaysia country code)
- Dial the area code (4 - without the leading 0)
- Dial the local phone number
Example: Calling Penang from the United States
011 60 4 263 0000
Where:
011 = United States exit code
60 = Malaysia country code
4 = Penang area code (04 without the 0)
263 0000 = Local Penang phone number
Quick Facts
Penang Area Code Coverage
The 04 area code covers Penang Island and mainland Seberang Perai:
George Town
City centre, UNESCO heritage zone, Waterfront
Penang Island
Batu Ferringhi, Tanjung Bungah, Bayan Lepas, Air Itam
Seberang Perai
Butterworth, Bukit Mertajam, Nibong Tebal, Perai
Northern Penang
Teluk Bahang, Balik Pulau
Southern Penang
Gelugor, Jelutong, Sungai Dua
Industrial Zones
Bayan Lepas Free Industrial Zone, Prai Industrial Area
Major Malaysia Area Codes
Common Exit Codes for Calling Malaysia
When calling Penang from these countries, use these exit codes:
United States
011
Australia
0011
European Union
00
Japan
010
China
00
Canada
011