Australia Calling Code: +61
Complete guide to calling Australia — international dialing code, step-by-step instructions, and FAQ.
How to Call Australia from Abroad
📞 Step-by-Step Dialing Guide
- Dial your country's exit code (e.g. 011 from US, 00 from most countries, + from mobile)
- Dial +61 — the country calling code for Australia
- Dial the local phone number (area code + subscriber number)
About Australia Calling Code
Australia's international dialing code is +61. This code is assigned by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) and must be dialed before the local phone number when calling Australia from another country. Australia is located in Oceania.
Country calling codes (also known as ISD codes or dialing codes) are telephone numbering plan prefixes defined by ITU-T standards E.123 and E.164. Each country is assigned one or more unique prefixes to facilitate international direct dialing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the calling code for Australia?
The international calling code for Australia is +61.
How do I call Australia from the United States?
Dial 011 (US exit code) + +61 + local phone number.
How do I call Australia from the United Kingdom?
Dial 00 (UK exit code) + +61 + local phone number.
Can I use the + symbol instead of the exit code?
Yes! On mobile phones you can dial ++61 directly followed by the local number. The + symbol automatically replaces your country's exit code.
How do I call within Australia?
If you're already in Australia, simply dial the local number directly. You do not need to use the country code +61 for domestic calls.
Australia Mobile Phone Prefixes
Mobile phone numbers in Australia typically use the following prefixes:
- 04xx xxx xxx (all mobile numbers start with 04)
Australia City / Area Codes
Major cities in Australia and their local area codes (dial these after the country code +61 when calling from abroad):
| City | Area Code(s) |
|---|---|
| Sydney | 02 |
| Melbourne | 03 |
| Brisbane | 07 |
| Perth | 08 |
| Adelaide | 08 |
| Gold Coast | 07 |
| Canberra | 02 |
| Hobart | 03 |
| Darwin | 08 |
| Newcastle | 02 |
Note: Drop any leading "0" when dialing from abroad. Example: London 020 becomes +44 20 + local number.
Other Countries in Oceania
Nearby countries and their calling codes: