How To Call JB From Singapore
Quick Reference Summary
To call Johor Bahru from Singapore:
001 or 008 + 60 + 7 + Local Number
Examples:
- For JB landline: 001 + 60 + 7 + XXX XXXX
- For JB mobile phone: 001 + 60 + 1X + XXX XXXX
When it’s 12 PM (noon) in Singapore, it’s also 12 PM in Johor Bahru (same time zone).
How to Call a Landline in Johor Bahru
Calling a JB landline from Singapore is straightforward:
- Dial Singapore’s international exit code: 001 or 008 (001 is generally cheaper)
- Dial Malaysia’s country code: 60
- Dial Johor Bahru’s area code: 7
- Dial the local phone number
For example, if you’re calling a JB number like 07-234 5678, you would dial 001 60 7 234 5678 from Singapore.
Important: When dialing within Malaysia, landline numbers include a 0 before the area code (e.g., 07-234 5678), but when calling from Singapore, you drop the 0 and just dial the area code after the country code.
How to Call a Mobile in Johor Bahru
Calling a JB mobile phone follows a similar pattern:
- Dial Singapore’s international exit code: 001 or 008
- Dial Malaysia’s country code: 60
- Dial the mobile prefix (without the first 0)
- Dial the rest of the mobile number
For example, if the Malaysian mobile number is 010-123 4567, you would dial 001 60 10 123 4567 from Singapore.
Malaysian mobile numbers begin with 01 when dialed within Malaysia, but from Singapore, you drop the 0 and dial 1 after the country code 60.
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Long Chat Calling Card – The Most Economical Choice for JB Calls
If you frequently call Johor Bahru from Singapore, the Long Chat Calling Card offers exceptional value with some of the lowest rates available.
For JB Landlines:
- Rate: Only 1.9¢ per minute
- Connection Fee: 89¢ per call
- Billing Increment: 3 minutes
| Card Value | Talk Time to JB Landlines |
|---|---|
| SG$ 10.00 | 7h 58min |
| SG$ 20.00 | 16h 43min |
| SG$ 30.00 + SG$3.00 bonus | 28h 10min |
| SG$ 60.00 + SG$6.00 bonus | 57h 4min |
For JB Mobile Phones:
- Rate: Only 3.7¢ per minute
- Connection Fee: 89¢ per call
- Billing Increment: 3 minutes
| Card Value | Talk Time to JB Mobile Phones |
|---|---|
| SG$ 10.00 | 4h 4min |
| SG$ 20.00 | 8h 34min |
| SG$ 30.00 + SG$3.00 bonus | 14h 25min |
| SG$ 60.00 + SG$6.00 bonus | 29h 19min |
The Long Chat Calling Card is ideal for both casual and frequent callers to JB. With the higher-value cards, you’ll receive bonus credit, giving you even more value. The 3-minute billing increment works best for longer conversations, making this the perfect choice for staying in touch with family, friends, or business contacts in Johor Bahru.
Area Code Information
Johor Bahru uses area code 7 within Malaysia’s numbering system. Other major Malaysian area codes include:
| City/Region | Area Code (drop the 0 when calling from Singapore) |
|---|---|
| Johor Bahru | 7 |
| Kuala Lumpur | 3 |
| Penang | 4 |
| Ipoh | 5 |
| Melaka | 6 |
| Kuantan | 9 |
| Kota Kinabalu | 88 |
| Kuching | 82 |
Mobile Phone Prefixes
Malaysian mobile numbers begin with 01 followed by another digit that indicates the network. When calling from Singapore, drop the 0 and dial 1 after the country code 60. Common mobile prefixes include:
| Network | Prefixes (drop the 0 when calling from Singapore) |
|---|---|
| Maxis/Hotlink | 012, 017 |
| Celcom/Xpax | 013, 014, 019 |
| DiGi | 016, 0146 |
| U Mobile | 018 |
| Unifi Mobile | 0154 |
| All Networks | 010 (new prefix for all networks) |
Time Zone
Malaysia and Singapore both follow the same time zone – Singapore Standard Time (SST)/Malaysia Time (MYT), which is UTC+8.
This means there is no time difference between Singapore and Johor Bahru, making it extremely convenient for scheduling calls.
Neither Malaysia nor Singapore observe daylight saving time, so the time remains synchronized throughout the year.
Proximity and Communication Options
Johor Bahru is the closest Malaysian city to Singapore, located just across the Johor Strait. Due to this proximity:
- Signal Overlap: In some areas near the border, Singapore mobile phones might pick up Malaysian networks and vice versa. To avoid unintended roaming charges, check your network before making calls.
- Direct Dialing: Some Singaporean service providers offer special rates for calls to JB due to the frequency of cross-border communication.
- Alternative Communication: Many people who frequently travel between Singapore and JB use messaging apps like WhatsApp, WeChat, or Telegram when connected to WiFi to avoid international call charges.
Special Number Considerations
Toll-Free Numbers
Malaysian toll-free numbers (typically starting with 1800) generally cannot be reached from outside Malaysia.
Emergency Numbers
Malaysia’s emergency number is 999. This cannot be dialed from Singapore. If you need to report an emergency in JB from Singapore, contact the Malaysian Embassy or relevant authorities.
Best Time to Call
Since Johor Bahru and Singapore share the same time zone, you can call at any convenient time without time difference calculations. However, consider:
- Business Hours: Standard business hours in JB are 9 AM to 5 PM, Monday through Friday, with some businesses open on Saturday mornings.
- Peak Times: To avoid network congestion, it’s best to avoid calling during peak commuting hours (7:30 AM – 9:30 AM and 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM) when many people are crossing the border.
- Malaysian Public Holidays: Network congestion may occur during major Malaysian holidays, especially during festive seasons when many Malaysians working in Singapore return to JB.
Using Long Chat Calling Card for JB Calls
The Long Chat Calling Card offers the best value for calls to Johor Bahru. Here’s how to use it effectively:
- Purchase your Long Chat Calling Card (available in denominations of SG$10, SG$20, SG$30, or SG$60)
- Dial the access number provided with your card
- Enter your PIN when prompted
- Dial JB: 60 + 7 + local number for landlines, or 60 + 1X + mobile number for mobiles
- Enjoy your conversation at just 1.9¢ per minute for landlines or 3.7¢ per minute for mobiles
With the generous bonus credit on higher-value cards, you can get up to 57 hours of talk time to JB landlines or 29 hours to JB mobiles with a SG$60 card. This is particularly valuable for:
- Daily communication with family members living in JB
- Business coordination with JB partners
- Property management if you own property in JB
- Coordinating with Malaysian employees or colleagues
- Checking on shopping or grocery availability before crossing the border
The 3-minute billing increment is most cost-effective for longer calls, so try to combine several short topics into one longer call rather than making multiple short calls.
Additional Tips for Calling JB
- Network Selection: If you live near the border, manually select your Singapore network to avoid accidentally connecting to Malaysian networks and incurring roaming charges.
- Consider Dual SIM Phones: If you travel frequently between Singapore and JB, a dual SIM phone with both Singapore and Malaysian SIM cards might be more economical.
- Business Call Etiquette: While English is widely spoken in JB, Mandarin and Malay are also common. Consider the preferred language of the person you’re calling.
- Checkpoints Information: If calling about border crossing information, the best times to avoid long wait times at the checkpoints are generally mid-morning (10 AM – 12 PM) and early afternoon (2 PM – 4 PM) on weekdays.
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