In Malaysia, landline and mobile phone numbers have distinct formats and are assigned by different telecommunication providers. Here are the key differences between landline and mobile numbers in Malaysia:

1. Prefix:

Landline Numbers: Malaysian landline numbers typically start with an area code, which corresponds to a specific geographical location or city. These area codes are followed by a local number. For example, Kuala Lumpur landline numbers often start with the area code "03."

Mobile Numbers: Malaysian mobile phone numbers, regardless of the provider, generally start with a "01," "011," "012," "013," "014," "015," "016," "017," or "018" prefix.

2. Number Length:

Landline Numbers: Landline numbers in Malaysia can have varying lengths depending on the specific area code and local number, but they typically consist of 7 to 8 digits after the area code.

Mobile Numbers: Mobile phone numbers in Malaysia typically consist of 10 digits, including the prefix.

3. Geographical Location:

Landline Numbers: The area code in a landline number can often indicate the geographical location of the phone line, helping to identify the city or region where the landline is located.

Mobile Numbers: Mobile phone numbers do not provide location information based on the prefix alone, as mobile numbers are not tied to a specific geographic area. They can be used anywhere in Malaysia.

4. Service Provider:

Landline Numbers: Different telecommunication companies provide landline services in various parts of Malaysia. Some of the major landline service providers include Telekom Malaysia (TM) and TIME dotCom.

Mobile Numbers: Mobile phone numbers can belong to different mobile service providers in Malaysia, such as Maxis, Celcom, Digi, U Mobile, and others. The prefix of the mobile number often indicates the service provider, but there is no strict rule regarding this.