How do I call South Africa from Australia?

To call South Africa from Australia: dial 0011 (the exit code for Australia), then 27 (the country code for South Africa), then the local number (drop the trunk prefix "0"). From a mobile phone, you can use + instead of 0011.

What is the exit code for Australia?

The international exit code (IDD prefix) for Australia is 0011. This is the number you dial first before entering the destination country code. On mobile phones, you can use + instead.

How much does it cost to call South Africa from Australia?

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How to Call South Africa from Australia — Dialing Guide

Step-by-Step Dialing Instructions

1

Dial 0011 (exit code for Australia)

From a mobile phone, you can dial + instead of 0011
2

Dial 27 (country code for South Africa)

The international dialing code for South Africa is +27
3

Dial the local number

Drop the trunk prefix "0" when dialing from abroad.

Example: To call a number in South Africa from Australia:

0011 27 71 234 5678

Or from mobile: +27 71 234 5678

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Quick Reference

Calling from	🇦🇺 Australia
Calling to	🇿🇦 South Africa
Exit Code (Australia)	0011
Country Code (South Africa)	+27
Trunk Prefix	0
Time Difference	-0.1 hours
Example Number	0011 27 71 234 5678

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South Africa Dialing Code (+27)

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