How do I call Germany from South Africa?

To call Germany from South Africa, dial the exit code 00, followed by the country code +49, then the phone number. For example, to call the number 1512 3456789, you would dial: 00 49 1512 3456789.

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

The country calling code for Germany is +49. To call Germany from South Africa, dial +49 followed by the local phone number.

What timezone is Germany in?

Germany is in the UTC+01:00 timezone.

What currency is used in Germany?

The official currency of Germany is the Euro (€). This is the primary currency used for all transactions in the country.

What is the capital city of Germany?

The capital city of Germany is Berlin. It serves as the political and administrative center of the country.

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

To make affordable calls to Germany from South Africa, use CallTuv's browser-based calling service. Simply dial +49 followed by the local number. No app download required, and our rates are significantly cheaper than traditional phone carriers.

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

CallTuv offers competitive rates for calls to Germany from South Africa. 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 Germany from South Africa?

The capital-to-capital time gap is 1h destination behind. A practical window in South Africa is 10:00-19:00 local time, which maps to standard business hours in Germany.

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How to Call Germany from South Africa

Calling Germany from South Africa: 00 49 [local number].

Germany Country Code: +49

ISO: DE

DEU

Quick answer

To call Germany from South Africa, dial 00, then 49, then the local number without leading zeros. Example: 00 49 1512 3456789.

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Dialing format

00 49 1512 3456789

Exit code • Country code • Local number

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

Step-by-Step Dialing Guide

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

International Guide

Dial the exit code for South Africa

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

Add Germany's country code

Dial the country code +49 for Germany.

Enter the local phone number

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

Complete dialing format

Full format: 00 49 [local number] - For example: 00 49 612 345 678

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International Dialing Format

00491512 3456789

Exit Code•Country Code•Phone Number

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+491512 3456789

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

Calling Code

+49

Capital of Germany

Berlin

Region

Europe (Western Europe)

Currency of Germany

Euro (€)

Germany Time Zones

UTC+01:00

Current time

Your time

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Germany

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Germany is --

Germany at a Glance

Germany, located in Western Europe, is a nation with a rich identity. Its capital city, Berlin, serves as the administrative center for a population of approximately 83M.

The official currency is the Euro (€). When calling Germany, the country code is +49. The country observes the UTC+01:00 time zone(s), and the primary language(s) spoken include German.

Destination Calling Profile: Germany

Population

83M

Population Rank

#17 of 230

Language Footprint

German

Time Zone Footprint

UTC+01:00

City/Area Code Coverage

37 locations listed

Dial Code Status

Exclusive code in dataset

Germany currently has a 11-digit local number pattern in this guide, with country code +49.

Route Profile: South Africa to Germany

Exit Code in South Africa

00 (dial 00 (or + from mobile))

South Africa Country Code

+27

Route Dialing Pattern

00 49 1512 3456789

Capital Time Difference

1h destination behind

Best Calling Window (Origin Time)

10:00-19:00

Currency Pair

South African rand (R) -> Euro (€)

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

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

Detailed route planning

Route planning details: South Africa to Germany

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

From

South Africa

Germany

South Africa exit code: 00Germany calling code: +49Time difference: 1h destination behind

For dialing this route, callers in South Africa usually start with 00 or the plus sign, then dial +49 before the local Germany number.

South Africa's primary timezone in this dataset is UTC+02:00, while Germany's is UTC+01:00. A practical origin-time calling window is 10:00-19:00.

Dialing from South Africa

South Africa callers are represented by ZA/ZAF, with Pretoria as a capital reference point, Southern Africa, 63M people, South African rand (R), and primary language context of Afrikaans, English, Southern Ndebele, Northern Sotho, Southern Sotho +6 more.

Origin exit prefix: 00 or + from mobile. Origin country code: +27. Origin time zones: UTC+02:00.

Germany dialing details

Germany is represented here by DE/DEU, Berlin, Western Europe, about 83M people, Euro (€), and primary language context of German.

Destination calling code: +49. Destination time zones: UTC+01:00. Rate check: check live price before dialing.

South Africa to Germany call planning

This route combines South Africa's outbound dialing rules with Germany's destination numbering and local schedule. The primary timezone relationship is 1h destination behind, and the recommended origin-time window is 10:00-19:00.

Dialing sequence: 00 49 local number. Business-hour window: 10:00-19:00. Time relationship: 1h destination behind.

Destination market: Germany is in Western Europe, with Berlin as a main administrative center. Calls from South Africa may reach family, companies, banks, hotels, clinics, or public offices across a market of about 83M. Primary language context: German. Local billing and everyday prices use Euro (€).

Route context: South Africa is listed in Southern Africa with a population of about 63M; Germany is listed in Western Europe with about 83M. The main listed languages differ: South Africa (Afrikaans, English, Southern Ndebele +8 more) and Germany (German). Currency context also changes across the route: South African rand (R) in South Africa and Euro (€) in Germany.

From South Africa, the conventional international prefix is 00; mobile callers can usually use +, then +49, then the Germany local number.Pretoria to Berlin has a 1h destination behind time relationship, so check the destination workday before placing business or support calls.Germany language context: German. Keep this in mind when calling businesses, hotels, banks, or local services.For Germany, check whether you are calling a landline or mobile number because those prices can differ; current context: check live price before dialing.

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City & Area Codes for Germany

37 Locations

City / Region	Area Code	Full Dialing Pattern
Bad Homburg	49-6172	+49-6172 [local number]
Berlin	49-30	+49-30 [local number]
Bonn	49-228	+49-228 [local number]
Bremen	49-421	+49-421 [local number]
Chemnitz	49-371	+49-371 [local number]
Cologne (Koln)	49-221	+49-221 [local number]
Cottbus	49-355	+49-355 [local number]
Darmstadt	49-6151	+49-6151 [local number]
Dresden	49-351	+49-351 [local number]
Dusseldorf	49-211	+49-211 [local number]
Erfurt	49-361	+49-361 [local number]
Essen	49-201	+49-201 [local number]
Frankfurt am Main (west)	49-69	+49-69 [local number]
Frankfurt an der Oder (east)	49-335	+49-335 [local number]
Gera	49-365	+49-365 [local number]
Halle	49-345	+49-345 [local number]
Hamburg	49-40	+49-40 [local number]
Hanover	49-511	+49-511 [local number]
Heidelberg	49-6221	+49-6221 [local number]
Karl-Stadt	49-9353	+49-9353 [local number]
Kiel	49-431	+49-431 [local number]
Koblenz	49-261	+49-261 [local number]
Leipzig	49-341	+49-341 [local number]
Magdeburg	49-391	+49-391 [local number]
Mannheim	49-621	+49-621 [local number]
Mobile Phones	49-172	+49-172 [local number]
Mobile Phones	49-173	+49-173 [local number]
Mobile Phones	49-17	+49-17 [local number]
Munich	49-89	+49-89 [local number]
Neubrandenburg	49-395	+49-395 [local number]
Nurnberg	49-911	+49-911 [local number]
Potsdam	49-331	+49-331 [local number]
Rostock	49-381	+49-381 [local number]
Saal	49-38223	+49-38223 [local number]
Schwerin	49-385	+49-385 [local number]
Stuttgart	49-711	+49-711 [local number]
Wiesbaden	49-611	+49-611 [local number]

Area codes are typically followed by the subscriber number.