🇿🇦 Calls to South Africa
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$0.07/min
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$0.71/min
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South Africa Calling Rates
Mobile
$0.07
/minute
Landline
$0.71
/minute
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How to Dial South Africa
It's easy to call any South Africa phone number
US From United States
011 + 27 + local number
From Mobile / VoIP
Simply use the + format - easier and works worldwide:
+27 + local number
The + symbol automatically uses the correct exit code for your location.
About Calling South Africa
South Africa is the most industrialized economy in Africa with a population of about 60 million. It has three capitals: Pretoria (administrative), Cape Town (legislative), and Bloemfontein (judicial). Johannesburg is the largest city and financial center. South Africa has diverse linguistic and cultural communities, with 11 official languages, and significant international business connections, particularly in mining, finance, and tourism.
Population
60142978
Capital
Pretoria
Language
Zulu, Xhosa, Afrikaans, English
Currency
South African Rand (ZAR)
South Africa Telecom & Phone System
Understanding South Africa's phone network
South Africa's mobile market is served by Vodacom (the market leader, majority-owned by Vodafone), MTN South Africa, Cell C, and Telkom Mobile (Rain). Mobile penetration exceeds 160%, with over 100 million active SIM cards. 4G LTE is available in urban areas and major towns, with 5G deployed in select areas of Johannesburg, Cape Town, and other cities. Mobile data costs have been a significant public issue in South Africa.
| Country Code | +27 |
| International Prefix (exit code) | 00 |
| Trunk Prefix | 0 |
| Phone Number Length | 9 digits |
| Mobile Prefixes | 6, 7, 8 |
| Emergency Number | 10111 |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg (UTC+2) |
Special Dialing Rules for South Africa
Drop the leading 0 when calling from abroad. South African mobile numbers are 10 digits starting with 06, 07, or 08. Internationally, dial +27 followed by 9 digits. For example, 082-123-4567 becomes +27-82-123-4567. Johannesburg: +27-11-XXX-XXXX, Cape Town: +27-21-XXX-XXXX.
Tips for Calling South Africa
Make the most of your calls
South Africa is 7 hours ahead of US Eastern Time (6 hours during US daylight saving, as South Africa doesn't observe DST). Business hours are Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM. South Africa is relatively easy to call from the US due to manageable time differences. English is widely used in business and urban areas, though it's one of 11 official languages.
Best Time to Call South Africa
South Africa is in the Africa/Johannesburg timezone (UTC+2)
Business Calls
Best during 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM South Africa time. Check the time difference from your location before calling.
Personal Calls
Evenings and weekends (6:00 PM - 10:00 PM South Africa time) are ideal for reaching family and friends.
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South Africa Calling FAQ
How much does it cost to call South Africa?
With InternationalCall, calls to South Africa mobile phones cost $0.07/min and landlines cost $0.71/min. No connection fees or hidden charges.
What is the South Africa country code?
The country code for South Africa is +27. From the US, dial 011 + 27 + local number.
Can I call South Africa cell phones?
Yes! Call any South Africa mobile or landline. The recipient just answers their regular phone - no app needed on their end.
What is the best time to call South Africa?
South Africa is in the Africa/Johannesburg timezone (UTC+2). For business calls, try 9 AM - 6 PM South Africa time. For personal calls, evenings between 6 PM - 10 PM local time work best.
How many digits is a South Africa phone number?
South Africa phone numbers are 9 digits long (not including the country code +27). Mobile numbers typically start with 6, 7, 8.
What is the emergency number in South Africa?
The emergency number in South Africa is 10111. This can be dialed locally for police, fire, and medical emergencies.
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