How do I activate International Direct Dial (IDD) service?

IDD is a default service,it will be activated for you when your line is activated. It will enable you to make international calls to mobile, fixed line and satellite phone numbers at any point of time as long as your account is active/current.

Do I need to pay any monthly fee for subscribing the IDD service on my mobile phone?

There is no monthly subscription fee for IDD service.

Is there a specific dialing pattern that can be used to enjoy cheaper IDD rates?

Yes, you may choose IDD 132 to save on international calls to fixed and mobile numbers around the globe. Just dial 132 00 <country code> <area code> <phone number> to enjoy the cheaper call rates.

Why is IDD call totally not available (not listed) or partially available for some area codes and/or countries in your IDD list?

IDD to some countries (or some of its area codes) may be blocked due to high fraud call originated from the country (or selected area codes) were detected. The blocking period are infinite.

How do I cancel the IDD service?

For cancellation, you can do it via Maxis app. Login and choose the service line, go to Value Add Service then choose International Direct Dial (IDD). Be reminded that IDD is mandatory for your International Roaming service to work.

Do I need to subscribe to enjoy IDD 132?

No subscription is required. Just dial 132 before the international number.

Do I need to activate IDD 132 with Maxis before using the service?

No. Just dial 132 before the international number.

IDD 132 allows you to save more on international calls when you talk longer on the phone to both fixed and mobile numbers around the globe. All your calls abroad are FREE after 20 minutes!

What if I directly dial the international number without 132?

The standard direct dial rates will apply. Please refer to Maxis IDD for the full list of IDD 132 rates.

What if the destination I want to call is not listed in IDD 132?

It means that the destination is not available for this service. Please refer to Maxis IDD to check if the destination you would like to call is available.

Can I make a video call using IDD 132 when I am roaming abroad?

Maxis IDD 132 is only applicable for voice calls that can be initiated while you are residing at Malaysia.

Frequently Asked Questions

International Direct Dial

IDD is a default service,it will be activated for you when your line is activated. It will enable you to make international calls to mobile, fixed line and satellite phone numbers at any point of time as long as your account is active/current.
There is no monthly subscription fee for IDD service.
Yes, you may choose IDD 132 to save on international calls to fixed and mobile numbers around the globe.

Just dial 132 00 <country code> <area code> <phone number> to enjoy the cheaper call rates.
IDD to some countries (or some of its area codes) may be blocked due to high fraud call originated from the country (or selected area codes) were detected. The blocking period are infinite.
For cancellation, you can do it via Maxis app. Login and choose the service line, go to Value Add Service then choose International Direct Dial (IDD). Be reminded that IDD is mandatory for your International Roaming service to work.
No subscription is required. Just dial 132 before the international number.
No. Just dial 132 before the international number.
IDD 132 allows you to save more on international calls when you talk longer on the phone to both fixed and mobile numbers around the globe. All your calls abroad are FREE after 20 minutes!

All your calls abroad will be FREE after 20 minutes on the phone. Here is an example of the call rates for Maxis IDD 132:

Example: Call destination: Singapore

Call Duration Per Call	RM Charged for Maxis IDD 132 Call rate @ 36 sen per every 4 minutes	RM Charged for International Calls Call rate @ 5 sen per every 30 seconds
10 seconds	36 sen	5 sen
4 minutes	36 sen	40 sen
7 minutes 36 seconds	72 sen	80 sen
16 minutes	RM1.44	RM1.60
20 minutes	RM1.80	RM2.00
40 minutes	RM1.80 (first 20 minutes only) RM0 (after the 20th minute onwards)	RM 4.00

Visit Maxis Roaming IDD page for more info.

The standard direct dial rates will apply. Please refer to Maxis IDD for the full list of IDD 132 rates.
It means that the destination is not available for this service. Please refer to Maxis IDD to check if the destination you would like to call is available.
Maxis IDD 132 is only applicable for voice calls that can be initiated while you are residing at Malaysia.

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