How do I call Australia from abroad?

To call Australia, dial your country's exit code, followed by the country code +61, and then the local phone number.

What is the country calling code for Australia?

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

What timezone is Australia in?

Australia spans multiple timezones: UTC+05:00, UTC+06:30, UTC+07:00, UTC+08:00, UTC+09:30, UTC+10:00, UTC+10:30, UTC+11:30. The capital Canberra is typically in one of the eastern timezones.

What currency is used in Australia?

The official currency of Australia is the Australian dollar ($). This is the primary currency used for all transactions in the country.

What is the capital city of Australia?

The capital city of Australia is Canberra. It serves as the political and administrative center of the country.

How do I make cheap calls to Australia?

To make affordable calls to Australia from abroad, use CallTuv's browser-based calling service. Simply dial +61 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 Australia?

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

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How to Call Australia

Calling Australia: [exit code] 61 [local number].

Australia Country Code: +61

ISO: AU

AUS

Quick answer

To call Australia, dial your international exit code, then 61, then the local number without leading zeros. Example: 00 61 412 345 678.

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Dialing format

00 61 412 345 678

Exit code • Country code • Local number

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 anywhere in the world

International Guide

Dial your country's exit code

Start with your country's international dialing prefix (often 00 or 011, or use + on mobile).

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: [exit code] 61 [local number] - For example: 00 61 612 345 678

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International Dialing Format

0061412 345 678

Exit Code•Country Code•Phone Number

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+61412 345 678

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Calling Australia: Calling Code, Local Time & More

Calling Code

+61

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

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Australia at a Glance

Australia, located in Australia and New Zealand, is a nation with a rich identity. Its capital city, Canberra, serves as the administrative center for a population of approximately 28M.

The official currency is the Australian dollar ($). When calling Australia, the country code is +61. The country observes the UTC+05:00, UTC+06:30, UTC+07:00, UTC+08:00, UTC+09:30, UTC+10:00, UTC+10:30, UTC+11:30 time zone(s), and the primary language(s) spoken include English.

Destination Calling Profile: Australia

Population

28M

Population Rank

#52 of 230

Language Footprint

English

Time Zone Footprint

UTC+05:00, UTC+06:30 +6 more

City/Area Code Coverage

9 locations listed

Dial Code Status

Shared with 2 countryies

Australia currently has a 9-digit local number pattern in this guide, with country code +61.

This code is shared with: Christmas Island, Cocos Islands.

City & Area Codes for Australia

9 Locations

City / Region	Area Code	Full Dialing Pattern
Casey	61-12	+61-12 [local number]
Central East Region	61-2	+61-2 [local number]
Central West Region	61-8	+61-8 [local number]
Davis	61-10	+61-10 [local number]
Macquarie Island	61-13	+61-13 [local number]
Mawson	61-11	+61-11 [local number]
Mobile Phones	61-4	+61-4 [local number]
North East Region	61-7	+61-7 [local number]
South East Region	61-3	+61-3 [local number]