How do I call Australia from Australia?

To call Australia from Australia, dial the exit code 0011, followed by the country code +61, then the phone number. For example, to call the number 412 345 678, you would dial: 0011 61 412 345 678.

What is the country calling code for Australia when calling from Australia?

The country calling code for Australia is +61. To call Australia from Australia, dial +61 followed by the local phone number.

How do I make cheap calls to Australia when calling from Australia?

To make affordable calls to Australia from Australia, use CallTuv's browser-based calling service. Simply dial +61 followed by the local number. No app download required, and calls start at ~$0.07 per minute.

How much does it cost to call Australia when calling from Australia?

Calls to Australia cost ~$0.07 per minute to landlines and ~$0.16 per minute to mobiles with CallTuv, billed per minute with no subscription.

Can I use + instead of the exit code when calling Australia?

Yes. On mobile phones and in CallTuv, you can usually use +61 instead of dialing 0011 61. The plus sign replaces the international exit code.

Should I remove leading zeros from Australia phone numbers?

In most international dialing formats, remove the trunk prefix or leading zero before the local Australia number, then dial +61. If the dialer shows a formatting warning, follow the corrected format before calling.

What is the best time to call Australia from Australia?

The capital-to-capital time gap is 0h (same time). A practical window in Australia is 09:00-18:00 local time, which maps to standard business hours in Australia.

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How to Call Australia from Australia

Calling Australia from Australia: 0011 61 [local number].

Australia Country Code: +61

ISO: AU

AUS

Quick answer

To call Australia from Australia, dial 0011, then 61, then the local number without leading zeros. Example: 0011 61 412 345 678. Calls cost from ~$0.07 per minute with CallTuv.

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Dialing format

0011 61 412 345 678

Exit code • Country code • Local number

Exit code

0011

Australia's international dialing prefix

Country code

+61

Australia's international calling code

Local number

412 345 678

Enter the local number without the country code

Browser format

+61 412 345 678

Use this format inside CallTuv

Whether you’re calling family, friends, or business contacts, knowing how to call Australia correctly helps your conversation start smoothly. This guide covers the essential dialing steps, including country and area codes that are easy to miss. By the end, you’ll be ready to connect confidently with anyone in Australia - whether you’re calling Canberra or anywhere else.

Step-by-Step Dialing Guide

Follow these simple steps to make a call to Australia from Australia

International Guide

Dial the exit code for Australia

Start by dialing 0011 (or use + on mobile). This is the international dialing prefix for Australia.

Add Australia's country code

Dial the country code +61 for Australia.

Enter the local phone number

Dial the local phone number in Australia (typically 8-10 digits, without any leading zeros).

Complete dialing format

Full format: 0011 61 [local number] - For example: 0011 61 612 345 678

HOW TO CALL

International Dialing Format

001161412 345 678

Exit Code•Country Code•Phone Number

CallTuv Format

+61412 345 678

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Calling Australia from Australia: Calling Code, Local Time & More

Calling Code

+61

Cost to Call Australia

~$0.07/min landline, ~$0.16/min mobile

Capital of Australia

Canberra

Region

Oceania (Australia and New Zealand)

Currency of Australia

Australian dollar ($)

Australia Time Zones

UTC+05:00, UTC+06:30, UTC+07:00, UTC+08:00, UTC+09:30, UTC+10:00, UTC+10:30, UTC+11:30

Current time

Your time

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Australia

--:--

Australia is --

Exit Code in Australia

0011 (dial 0011 (or + from mobile))

Route Dialing Pattern

0011 61 412 345 678

Best Calling Window (Origin Time)

09:00-18:00

City & Area Codes for Australia

9 Locations

City / Region	Area Code
Casey	61-12
Central East Region	61-2
Central West Region	61-8
Davis	61-10
Macquarie Island	61-13
Mawson	61-11
Mobile Phones	61-4
North East Region	61-7
South East Region	61-3