How to Call Kuwait from Australia
Calling Kuwait from Australia: 0011 965 [local number].
Kuwait Country Code: +965
Quick answer
To call Kuwait from Australia, dial 0011, then 965, then the local number without leading zeros. Example: 0011 965 500 12345. Calls cost from ~$0.21 per minute with CallTuv.
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Dialing format
0011 965 500 12345
Exit code • Country code • Local number
Exit code
0011
Australia's international dialing prefix
Country code
+965
Kuwait's international calling code
Local number
500 12345
Enter the local number without the country code
Browser format
+965 500 12345
Use this format inside CallTuv
Whether you’re calling family, friends, or business contacts, knowing how to call Kuwait 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 Kuwait - whether you’re calling Kuwait City or anywhere else.
Step-by-Step Dialing Guide
Follow these simple steps to make a call to Kuwait from Australia
Dial the exit code for Australia
Start by dialing 0011 (or use + on mobile). This is the international dialing prefix for Australia.
Add Kuwait's country code
Dial the country code +965 for Kuwait.
Enter the local phone number
Dial the local phone number in Kuwait (typically 8-10 digits, without any leading zeros).
Complete dialing format
Full format: 0011 965 [local number] - For example: 0011 965 612 345 678
HOW TO CALL
International Dialing Format
CallTuv Format
No apps needed • Works in browser
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Calling Code
+965
Cost to Call Kuwait
~$0.21/min landline, ~$0.26/min mobile
Capital of Kuwait
Kuwait City
Region
Asia (Western Asia)
Currency of Kuwait
Kuwaiti dinar (د.ك)
Kuwait Time Zones
UTC+03:00
Current time
Your time
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Kuwait
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Kuwait is --
Exit Code in Australia
0011 (dial 0011 (or + from mobile))
Route Dialing Pattern
0011 965 500 12345
Best Calling Window (Origin Time)
11:00-20:00
City & Area Codes for Kuwait
| City / Region | Area Code |
|---|---|
| Abdalli | 965-470 |
| Ahmadi | 965-398 |
| Ahmadi & Umm-Alhaiman | 965-327 |
| Ahmadi & Umm-Alhaiman | 965-328 |
| Ardhiyah | 965-480 |
| Ardhiyah | 965-488 |
| Ardhiyah | 965-489 |
| Fahaheel | 965-391 |
| Fahaheel | 965-392 |
| Farwaniah | 965-471 |
| Farwaniah | 965-472 |
| Farwaniah | 965-473 |
| Farwaniah | 965-474 |
| Farwaniah | 965-476 |
| Free Trade Zone | 965-461 |
| Funtas | 965-390 |
| Hawalli | 965-261 |
| Hawalli | 965-262 |
| Hawalli | 965-263 |
| Hawalli | 965-264 |
Show all 85 Kuwait area codes
| Hawalli | 965-265 |
| Hawalli | 965-266 |
| Jaber Al-Ali | 965-383 |
| Jaber Al-Ali | 965-384 |
| Jabriyah | 965-531 |
| Jabriyah | 965-532 |
| Jabriyah | 965-533 |
| Jabriyah | 965-534 |
| Jahra | 965-477 |
| Jahra-B | 965-455 |
| Jahra-B | 965-456 |
| Jahra-B | 965-457 |
| Jahra-B | 965-458 |
| Jaleeb Al-Shuyoukh | 965-431 |
| Manqaf & Shuiba | 965-371 |
| Manqaf & Shuiba | 965-372 |
| Manqaf & Shuiba | 965-376 |
| Mushrif | 965-538 |
| Nuzha | 965-224 |
| Nuzha | 965-251 |
| Nuzha | 965-252 |
| Nuzha | 965-253 |
| Nuzha | 965-254 |
| Nuzha | 965-255 |
| Nuzha | 965-256 |
| Nuzha | 965-257 |
| Nuzha | 965-258 |
| Nuzha | 965-259 |
| Qurain | 965-541 |
| Qurain | 965-542 |
| Qurain | 965-543 |
| Qurain | 965-544 |
| Ras Salmiyah | 965-571 |
| Ras Salmiyah | 965-572 |
| Ras Salmiyah | 965-573 |
| Ras Salmiyah | 965-574 |
| Ras Salmiyah | 965-575 |
| Rekka | 965-394 |
| Rekka | 965-396 |
| Sabah Salem | 965-551 |
| Sabah Salem | 965-552 |
| Safat | 965-240 |
| Safat | 965-241 |
| Safat | 965-242 |
| Safat | 965-243 |
| Safat | 965-244 |
| Safat | 965-245 |
| Safat | 965-246 |
| Safat | 965-247 |
| Safat | 965-248 |
| Safat | 965-249 |
| Salmiyah | 965-561 |
| Salmiyah | 965-562 |
| Salmiyah | 965-563 |
| Salmiyah | 965-564 |
| Salmiyah | 965-565 |
| Shuwaikh | 965-481 |
| Shuwaikh | 965-483 |
| Shuwaikh | 965-484 |
| South Subahiyah | 965-361 |
| South Subahiyah | 965-362 |
| Sulaibikhat | 965-487 |
| Sulaibiyah | 965-467 |
| Wafra | 965-381 |
| Zoor | 965-395 |
International Calling to Kuwait: FAQs
How do I call Kuwait from Australia?
To call Kuwait from Australia, dial the exit code 0011, followed by the country code +965, then the phone number. For example, to call the number 500 12345, you would dial: 0011 965 500 12345.
What is the country calling code for Kuwait when calling from Australia?
The country calling code for Kuwait is +965. To call Kuwait from Australia, dial +965 followed by the local phone number.
How do I make cheap calls to Kuwait when calling from Australia?
To make affordable calls to Kuwait from Australia, use CallTuv's browser-based calling service. Simply dial +965 followed by the local number. No app download required, and calls start at ~$0.21 per minute.
How much does it cost to call Kuwait when calling from Australia?
Calls to Kuwait cost ~$0.21 per minute to landlines and ~$0.26 per minute to mobiles with CallTuv, billed per minute with no subscription.View rates for Kuwait →
Can I use + instead of the exit code when calling Kuwait?
Yes. On mobile phones and in CallTuv, you can usually use +965 instead of dialing 0011 965. The plus sign replaces the international exit code.
Should I remove leading zeros from Kuwait phone numbers?
In most international dialing formats, remove the trunk prefix or leading zero before the local Kuwait number, then dial +965. If the dialer shows a formatting warning, follow the corrected format before calling.
What is the best time to call Kuwait from Australia?
The capital-to-capital time gap is 2h destination behind. A practical window in Australia is 11:00-20:00 local time, which maps to standard business hours in Kuwait.
