🇦🇺 Calls to Australia
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Australia Calling Rates
Mobile
$0.04
/minute
Landline
$0.04
/minute
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How to Dial Australia
It's easy to call any Australia phone number
US From United States
011 + 61 + local number
From Mobile / VoIP
Simply use the + format - easier and works worldwide:
+61 + local number
The + symbol automatically uses the correct exit code for your location.
About Calling Australia
Australia is a vast island continent and country in the Southern Hemisphere, with a population of over 26 million. The country is highly urbanized, with most residents living in coastal cities like Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, and Perth. Australia has significant immigrant communities from Asia, Europe, and the Middle East, making international calling a daily necessity for millions of residents and their overseas family members.
Population
26473000
Capital
Canberra
Language
English
Currency
Australian Dollar (AUD)
Australia Telecom & Phone System
Understanding Australia's phone network
Australia has a well-developed telecommunications infrastructure dominated by Telstra (the largest carrier), Optus (owned by Singtel), and Vodafone Australia. 4G LTE coverage reaches over 98% of the population, and 5G networks are rapidly expanding in major cities. Regional and rural areas are served by Telstra's extensive network, though coverage can be spotty in the vast outback interior.
| Country Code | +61 |
| International Prefix (exit code) | 0011 |
| Trunk Prefix | 0 |
| Phone Number Length | 9 digits |
| Mobile Prefixes | 4 |
| Emergency Number | 000 |
| Timezone | Australia/Sydney (UTC+10) |
Special Dialing Rules for Australia
Drop the leading 0 from Australian numbers when calling internationally. Australian mobile numbers start with 04 locally — dial +61-4XX-XXX-XXX from abroad. Landline numbers include a 1-digit area code (2 for NSW/ACT, 3 for VIC/TAS, 7 for QLD, 8 for SA/WA/NT).
Tips for Calling Australia
Make the most of your calls
Australia spans three time zones, so verify which city you're calling. Sydney and Melbourne are 15-16 hours ahead of US Eastern Time, making calling tricky. The best windows from the US East Coast are early morning (6-8 AM ET = 9-11 PM AEST) or late evening (8-10 PM ET = 11 AM-1 PM AEST next day). Perth is 2-3 hours behind Sydney.
Best Time to Call Australia
Australia is in the Australia/Sydney timezone (UTC+10)
Business Calls
Best during 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM Australia time. Check the time difference from your location before calling.
Personal Calls
Evenings and weekends (6:00 PM - 10:00 PM Australia time) are ideal for reaching family and friends.
Note: Australia observes daylight saving time. Adjust accordingly during DST transitions.
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Australia Calling FAQ
How much does it cost to call Australia?
With InternationalCall, calls to Australia mobile phones cost $0.04/min and landlines cost $0.04/min. No connection fees or hidden charges.
What is the Australia country code?
The country code for Australia is +61. From the US, dial 011 + 61 + local number.
Can I call Australia cell phones?
Yes! Call any Australia mobile or landline. The recipient just answers their regular phone - no app needed on their end.
What is the best time to call Australia?
Australia is in the Australia/Sydney timezone (UTC+10). For business calls, try 9 AM - 6 PM Australia time. For personal calls, evenings between 6 PM - 10 PM local time work best.
How many digits is a Australia phone number?
Australia phone numbers are 9 digits long (not including the country code +61). Mobile numbers typically start with 4.
What is the emergency number in Australia?
The emergency number in Australia is 000. This can be dialed locally for police, fire, and medical emergencies.
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