How do I call South Africa from United States?

To call South Africa from United States: dial 011 (the exit code for United States), 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 011.

What is the exit code for United States?

The international exit code (IDD prefix) for United States is 011. This is the number you dial first before entering the destination country code. On mobile phones, you can use + instead.

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How to Call South Africa from United States — Dialing Guide

Step-by-Step Dialing Instructions

1

Dial 011 (exit code for United States)

From a mobile phone, you can dial + instead of 011
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 United States:

011 27 71 234 5678

Or from mobile: +27 71 234 5678

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Quick Reference

Calling from	🇺🇸 United States
Calling to	🇿🇦 South Africa
Exit Code (United States)	011
Country Code (South Africa)	+27
Trunk Prefix	0
Time Difference	+0.1 hours
Example Number	011 27 71 234 5678

United States Dialing Code (+1)

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South Africa Dialing Code (+27)

Number formats, prefixes, and dialing instructions for South Africa

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