How to Call Australia
Calling Australia: [exit code] 61 [local number].
Australia Country Code: +61
Quick answer
To call Australia, dial your international exit code, then 61, then the local number without leading zeros. Example: +61 412 345 678. Calls cost from ~$0.07 per minute with CallTuv.
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Dialing format
+ 61 412 345 678
Exit code • Country code • Local number
Exit code
+
Use your country exit code, or + on mobile
Country code
+61
Australia's international calling code
Local number
412 345 678
Enter the local number without the country code
Browser format
+61 412 345 678
Use this format inside CallTuv
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
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
HOW TO CALL
International Dialing Format
CallTuv Format
No apps needed • Works in browser
See rates for Australia →Calling Australia: Calling Code, Local Time & More
Calling Code
+61
Cost to Call Australia
~$0.07/min landline, ~$0.16/min mobile
Capital of Australia
Canberra
Region
Oceania (Australia and New Zealand)
Currency of Australia
Australian dollar ($)
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
Current time
Your time
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City & Area Codes for Australia
| City / Region | Area Code |
|---|---|
| Casey | 61-12 |
| Central East Region | 61-2 |
| Central West Region | 61-8 |
| Davis | 61-10 |
| Macquarie Island | 61-13 |
| Mawson | 61-11 |
| Mobile Phones | 61-4 |
| North East Region | 61-7 |
| South East Region | 61-3 |
International Calling to Australia: FAQs
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.
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 calls start at ~$0.07 per minute.
How much does it cost to call Australia?
Calls to Australia cost ~$0.07 per minute to landlines and ~$0.16 per minute to mobiles with CallTuv, billed per minute with no subscription.View rates for Australia →
Can I use + instead of the exit code when calling Australia?
Yes. On mobile phones and in CallTuv, you can usually use +61. The plus sign replaces your country's international exit code.
Should I remove leading zeros from Australia phone numbers?
In most international dialing formats, remove the trunk prefix or leading zero before the local Australia number, then dial +61. If the dialer shows a formatting warning, follow the corrected format before calling.
