How do I call Hungary from South Africa?

To call Hungary from South Africa, dial the exit code 00, followed by the country code +36, then the phone number. For example, to call the number 20 123 4567, you would dial: 00 36 20 123 4567.

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

The country calling code for Hungary is +36. To call Hungary from South Africa, dial +36 followed by the local phone number.

What timezone is Hungary in?

Hungary is in the UTC+01:00 timezone.

What currency is used in Hungary?

The official currency of Hungary is the Hungarian forint (Ft). This is the primary currency used for all transactions in the country.

What is the capital city of Hungary?

The capital city of Hungary is Budapest. It serves as the political and administrative center of the country.

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

To make affordable calls to Hungary from South Africa, use CallTuv's browser-based calling service. Simply dial +36 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 Hungary when calling from South Africa?

CallTuv offers competitive rates for calls to Hungary 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 Hungary 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 Hungary.

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How to Call Hungary from South Africa

Calling Hungary from South Africa: 00 36 [local number].

Hungary Country Code: +36

ISO: HU

HUN

Quick answer

To call Hungary from South Africa, dial 00, then 36, then the local number without leading zeros. Example: 00 36 20 123 4567.

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Dialing format

00 36 20 123 4567

Exit code • Country code • Local number

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

Step-by-Step Dialing Guide

Follow these simple steps to make a call to Hungary 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 Hungary's country code

Dial the country code +36 for Hungary.

Enter the local phone number

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

Complete dialing format

Full format: 00 36 [local number] - For example: 00 36 612 345 678

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International Dialing Format

003620 123 4567

Exit Code•Country Code•Phone Number

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+3620 123 4567

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

Calling Code

+36

Capital of Hungary

Budapest

Region

Europe (Central Europe)

Currency of Hungary

Hungarian forint (Ft)

Hungary Time Zones

UTC+01:00

Current time

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Hungary at a Glance

Hungary, located in Central Europe, is a nation with a rich identity. Its capital city, Budapest, serves as the administrative center for a population of approximately 9.5M.

The official currency is the Hungarian forint (Ft). When calling Hungary, the country code is +36. The country observes the UTC+01:00 time zone(s), and the primary language(s) spoken include Hungarian.

Destination Calling Profile: Hungary

Population

9.5M

Population Rank

#93 of 230

Language Footprint

Hungarian

Time Zone Footprint

UTC+01:00

City/Area Code Coverage

61 locations listed

Dial Code Status

Exclusive code in dataset

Hungary currently has a 9-digit local number pattern in this guide, with country code +36.

Route Profile: South Africa to Hungary

Exit Code in South Africa

00 (dial 00 (or + from mobile))

South Africa Country Code

+27

Route Dialing Pattern

00 36 20 123 4567

Capital Time Difference

1h destination behind

Best Calling Window (Origin Time)

10:00-19:00

Currency Pair

South African rand (R) -> Hungarian forint (Ft)

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

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

Detailed route planning

Route planning details: South Africa to Hungary

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

From

South Africa

Hungary

South Africa exit code: 00Hungary calling code: +36Time difference: 1h destination behind

For dialing this route, callers in South Africa usually start with 00 or the plus sign, then dial +36 before the local Hungary number.

South Africa's primary timezone in this dataset is UTC+02:00, while Hungary'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.

Hungary dialing details

Hungary is represented here by HU/HUN, Budapest, Central Europe, about 9.5M people, Hungarian forint (Ft), and primary language context of Hungarian.

Destination calling code: +36. Destination time zones: UTC+01:00. Rate check: check live price before dialing.

South Africa to Hungary call planning

This route combines South Africa's outbound dialing rules with Hungary'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 36 local number. Business-hour window: 10:00-19:00. Time relationship: 1h destination behind.

Destination market: Hungary is in Central Europe, with Budapest as a main administrative center. Calls from South Africa may reach family, companies, banks, hotels, clinics, or public offices across a market of about 9.5M. Primary language context: Hungarian. Local billing and everyday prices use Hungarian forint (Ft).

Route context: South Africa is listed in Southern Africa with a population of about 63M; Hungary is listed in Central Europe with about 9.5M. The main listed languages differ: South Africa (Afrikaans, English, Southern Ndebele +8 more) and Hungary (Hungarian). Currency context also changes across the route: South African rand (R) in South Africa and Hungarian forint (Ft) in Hungary.

From South Africa, the conventional international prefix is 00; mobile callers can usually use +, then +36, then the Hungary local number.Pretoria to Budapest has a 1h destination behind time relationship, so check the destination workday before placing business or support calls.Hungary language context: Hungarian. Keep this in mind when calling businesses, hotels, banks, or local services.For Hungary, 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 Hungary

61 Locations

City / Region	Area Code	Full Dialing Pattern
Abasar	36-37	+36-37 [local number]
Baja	36-79	+36-79 [local number]
Balassagyarmat	36-35	+36-35 [local number]
Balatonaliga	36-84	+36-84 [local number]
Békéscsaba	36-66	+36-66 [local number]
Berettyóújfalu	36-54	+36-54 [local number]
Biatorbágy	36-23	+36-23 [local number]
Budapest	36-1	+36-1 [local number]
Cegléd	36-53	+36-53 [local number]
Debrecen	36-52	+36-52 [local number]
Dorgicse	36-80	+36-80 [local number]
Dunaújváros	36-25	+36-25 [local number]
Eger	36-36	+36-36 [local number]
Esztergom	36-33	+36-33 [local number]
Fertoboz	36-99	+36-99 [local number]
Gödöllo	36-28	+36-28 [local number]
Gyöngyös	36-37	+36-37 [local number]
Gyor	36-96	+36-96 [local number]
Jászberény	36-57	+36-57 [local number]
Kaposvár	36-82	+36-82 [local number]
Karcag	36-59	+36-59 [local number]
Kazincbarcika	36-48	+36-48 [local number]
Kecskemét	36-76	+36-76 [local number]
Keszthely	36-83	+36-83 [local number]
Kiskorös	36-78	+36-78 [local number]
Kiskunhalas	36-77	+36-77 [local number]
Kisvárda	36-45	+36-45 [local number]
Komlo	36-72	+36-72 [local number]
Marcali	36-85	+36-85 [local number]
Mátészalka	36-44	+36-44 [local number]
Mezokövesd	36-49	+36-49 [local number]
Miskolc	36-46	+36-46 [local number]
Mohács	36-69	+36-69 [local number]
Monor	36-29	+36-29 [local number]
Nagykanizsa	36-93	+36-93 [local number]
Nyíregyháza	36-42	+36-42 [local number]
Orosháza	36-68	+36-68 [local number]
Ózd	36-48	+36-48 [local number]
Paks	36-75	+36-75 [local number]
Pápa	36-89	+36-89 [local number]
Pécs	36-72	+36-72 [local number]
Pecsvarad	36-72	+36-72 [local number]
Salgótarján	36-32	+36-32 [local number]
Sárvár	36-95	+36-95 [local number]
Siófok	36-84	+36-84 [local number]
Sopron	36-99	+36-99 [local number]
Szeged	36-62	+36-62 [local number]
Székesfehérvár	36-22	+36-22 [local number]
Szekszárd	36-74	+36-74 [local number]
Szentendre	36-26	+36-26 [local number]
Szentes	36-63	+36-63 [local number]
Szerencs	36-47	+36-47 [local number]
Szigetszentmiklós	36-24	+36-24 [local number]
Szigetvár	36-73	+36-73 [local number]
Szolnok	36-56	+36-56 [local number]
Szombathely	36-94	+36-94 [local number]
Tapolca	36-87	+36-87 [local number]
Tatabánya	36-34	+36-34 [local number]
Vác	36-27	+36-27 [local number]
Veszprém	36-88	+36-88 [local number]
Zalaegerszeg	36-92	+36-92 [local number]

Area codes are typically followed by the subscriber number.