How do I call South Africa from Portugal?

To call South Africa from Portugal, dial the exit code 00, followed by the country code +27, then the phone number. For example, to call the number 71 123 4567, you would dial: 00 27 71 123 4567.

What is the country calling code for South Africa when calling from Portugal?

The country calling code for South Africa is +27. To call South Africa from Portugal, dial +27 followed by the local phone number.

What timezone is South Africa in?

South Africa is in the UTC+02:00 timezone.

What currency is used in South Africa?

The official currency of South Africa is the South African rand (R). This is the primary currency used for all transactions in the country.

What is the capital city of South Africa?

The capital city of South Africa is Pretoria. It serves as the political and administrative center of the country.

How do I make cheap calls to South Africa when calling from Portugal?

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How much does it cost to call South Africa when calling from Portugal?

CallTuv offers competitive rates for calls to South Africa from Portugal. Rates vary depending on whether you're calling a mobile or landline number. Check our rates page for the most up-to-date pricing.

What is the best time to call South Africa from Portugal?

The capital-to-capital time gap is 3h destination ahead. A practical window in Portugal is 06:00-15:00 local time, which maps to standard business hours in South Africa.

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How to Call South Africa from Portugal

Calling South Africa from Portugal: 00 27 [local number].

South Africa Country Code: +27

ISO: ZA

ZAF

Quick answer

To call South Africa from Portugal, dial 00, then 27, then the local number without leading zeros. Example: 00 27 71 123 4567.

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Dialing format

00 27 71 123 4567

Exit code • Country code • Local number

Whether you’re calling family, friends, or business contacts, knowing how to call South Africa 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 South Africa - whether you’re calling Pretoria or anywhere else.

Step-by-Step Dialing Guide

Follow these simple steps to make a call to South Africa from Portugal

International Guide

Dial the exit code for Portugal

Start by dialing 00 (or use + on mobile). This is the international dialing prefix for Portugal.

Add South Africa's country code

Dial the country code +27 for South Africa.

Enter the local phone number

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

Complete dialing format

Full format: 00 27 [local number] - For example: 00 27 612 345 678

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International Dialing Format

002771 123 4567

Exit Code•Country Code•Phone Number

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+2771 123 4567

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Calling South Africa from Portugal: Calling Code, Local Time & More

Calling Code

+27

Capital of South Africa

Pretoria

Region

Africa (Southern Africa)

Currency of South Africa

South African rand (R)

South Africa Time Zones

UTC+02:00

Current time

Your time

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South Africa

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South Africa at a Glance

South Africa, located in Southern Africa, is a nation with a rich identity. Its capital city, Pretoria, serves as the administrative center for a population of approximately 63M.

The official currency is the South African rand (R). When calling South Africa, the country code is +27. The country observes the UTC+02:00 time zone(s), and the primary language(s) spoken include Afrikaans, English, Southern Ndebele, Northern Sotho, Southern Sotho, Swazi, Tswana, Tsonga, Venda, Xhosa, Zulu.

Destination Calling Profile: South Africa

Population

63M

Population Rank

#22 of 230

Language Footprint

Afrikaans, English, Southern Ndebele +8 more

Time Zone Footprint

UTC+02:00

City/Area Code Coverage

16 locations listed

Dial Code Status

Exclusive code in dataset

South Africa currently has a 9-digit local number pattern in this guide, with country code +27.

Route Profile: Portugal to South Africa

Exit Code in Portugal

00 (dial 00 (or + from mobile))

Portugal Country Code

+351

Route Dialing Pattern

00 27 71 123 4567

Capital Time Difference

3h destination ahead

Best Calling Window (Origin Time)

06:00-15:00

Currency Pair

Euro (€) -> South African rand (R)

Primary languages: Portugal (Portuguese) and South Africa (Afrikaans, English, Southern Ndebele, Northern Sotho, Southern Sotho, Swazi, Tswana, Tsonga, Venda, Xhosa, Zulu).

Shared language overlap: No direct overlap in primary language list. Primary timezones: Portugal (UTC-01:00, UTC) and South Africa (UTC+02:00).

Detailed route planning

Route planning details: Portugal to South Africa

Use this route profile to plan a real call from Portugal to South Africa, including the exit code, destination country code, time difference, and local context.

From

Portugal

South Africa

Portugal exit code: 00South Africa calling code: +27Time difference: 3h destination ahead

For dialing this route, callers in Portugal usually start with 00 or the plus sign, then dial +27 before the local South Africa number.

Portugal's primary timezone in this dataset is UTC-01:00, while South Africa's is UTC+02:00. A practical origin-time calling window is 06:00-15:00.

Dialing from Portugal

Portugal callers are represented by PT/PRT, with Lisbon as a capital reference point, Southern Europe, 11M people, Euro (€), and primary language context of Portuguese.

Origin exit prefix: 00 or + from mobile. Origin country code: +351. Origin time zones: UTC-01:00, UTC.

South Africa dialing details

South Africa is represented here by ZA/ZAF, Pretoria, Southern Africa, about 63M people, South African rand (R), and primary language context of Afrikaans, English, Southern Ndebele, Northern Sotho, Southern Sotho +6 more.

Destination calling code: +27. Destination time zones: UTC+02:00. Rate check: check live price before dialing.

Portugal to South Africa call planning

This route combines Portugal's outbound dialing rules with South Africa's destination numbering and local schedule. The primary timezone relationship is 3h destination ahead, and the recommended origin-time window is 06:00-15:00.

Dialing sequence: 00 27 local number. Business-hour window: 06:00-15:00. Time relationship: 3h destination ahead.

Destination market: South Africa is in Southern Africa, with Pretoria as a main administrative center. Calls from Portugal may reach family, companies, banks, hotels, clinics, or public offices across a market of about 63M. Primary language context: Afrikaans, English, Southern Ndebele, Northern Sotho +7 more. Local billing and everyday prices use South African rand (R).

Route context: Portugal is listed in Southern Europe with a population of about 11M; South Africa is listed in Southern Africa with about 63M. The main listed languages differ: Portugal (Portuguese) and South Africa (Afrikaans, English, Southern Ndebele +8 more). Currency context also changes across the route: Euro (€) in Portugal and South African rand (R) in South Africa.

From Portugal, the conventional international prefix is 00; mobile callers can usually use +, then +27, then the South Africa local number.Lisbon to Pretoria has a 3h destination ahead time relationship, so check the destination workday before placing business or support calls.South Africa language context: Afrikaans, English, Southern Ndebele, Northern Sotho +7 more. Keep this in mind when calling businesses, hotels, banks, or local services.For South Africa, check whether you are calling a landline or mobile number because those prices can differ; current context: check live price before dialing.

City & Area Codes for South Africa

16 Locations

City / Region	Area Code	Full Dialing Pattern
Bloemfontein	27-51	+27-51 [local number]
Cape Town	27-21	+27-21 [local number]
De Aar	27-571	+27-571 [local number]
Durban	27-31	+27-31 [local number]
East London	27-431	+27-431 [local number]
Gordons Bay	27-24	+27-24 [local number]
Johannesburg	27-11	+27-11 [local number]
Johannesburg CBD	27-102103	+27-102103 [local number]
La Lucia	27-31	+27-31 [local number]
Pietermaritzburg	27-331	+27-331 [local number]
Port Elizabeth	27-41	+27-41 [local number]
Pretoria	27-12	+27-12 [local number]
Sasolburg	27-16	+27-16 [local number]
Somerset West	27-21	+27-21 [local number]
Uitenhage	27-41	+27-41 [local number]
Welkom	27-57	+27-57 [local number]

Area codes are typically followed by the subscriber number.