Norfolk Island Calling Code: +672
Complete guide to calling Norfolk Island — international dialing code, step-by-step instructions, and FAQ.
How to Call Norfolk Island 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 +672 — the country calling code for Norfolk Island
- Dial the local phone number (area code + subscriber number)
About Norfolk Island Calling Code
Every country has a unique international dialing prefix; for Norfolk Island it is +672. The ITU assigns these codes under recommendation E.164. Dial +672 after your country's exit code, then the local subscriber number. Norfolk Island is in Oceania.
The ITU-T E.164 recommendation standardizes international numbering, giving every country and territory a distinct prefix. Without the correct prefix, international calls cannot be routed to the right destination.
Where the +672 Calling Code Is Used
The country code +672 is assigned to Norfolk Island, located in Australia and New Zealand, with the capital Kingston. This code is part of the international telephony numbering plan and is used for all calls made to Norfolk Island from outside the country.
A number displayed as +672 … is in international format: +672 replaces the domestic trunk prefix. From abroad, always drop any leading 0 of the area code and dial +672 + area code + subscriber number.
Calling codes starting with 6 are part of the ITU's regional numbering plan for the area around Norfolk Island, in Australia and New Zealand. When saving Norfolk Island numbers internationally, write +672 followed by the area code without its leading 0 — this format works from every country.
Norfolk Island Phone Number Formats
Numbers in Norfolk Island use the standard E.164 pattern — +672, then the area code, then the subscriber number. The same layout applies to landlines and mobile phones:
📱 Number Structure
- International format: +672 [area code] [subscriber number]
- From abroad: exit code + +672 + local number (drop the trunk prefix 0)
- Within Norfolk Island: dial the local number directly
In most countries, domestic numbers start with a trunk prefix (often 0) that must be omitted internationally: dial your exit code, then +672, then the local number as written without its leading zero.
Time Zone in Norfolk Island
Norfolk Island runs on Pacific/Norfolk, which is UTC+11:00 UTC. Schedule international calls accordingly — a convenient time for you may be very early or very late there.
Use the UTC offset (UTC+11:00) to plan calls to Norfolk Island. For most international callers, the practical rule is: schedule business-hour calls to Kingston during the overlap between your working day and theirs.
Daylight saving time can shift Norfolk Island's clock by one hour in summer. For time-critical calls, confirm the current UTC offset rather than relying on the standard value.
Emergency Numbers in Norfolk Island
If you need urgent help while in Norfolk Island, dial the local emergency numbers below. Note that these numbers are only for use inside Norfolk Island.
| Service | Number |
|---|---|
| Police | 000 |
| Fire | 000 |
| Ambulance | 000 |
Example: Calling Norfolk Island Numbers in Practice
Here is how a typical call to Norfolk Island works, depending on where you are calling from:
🌍 From the United States or Canada
- Dial the US/Canada exit code 011
- Dial the Norfolk Island country code +672
- Dial the local number (area code + subscriber number, without the trunk prefix 0)
Example: 011 +672 [area code] [number]
🌍 From the United Kingdom or Europe
- Dial the international access code 00 (or use the + symbol on mobile)
- Dial the Norfolk Island country code +672
- Dial the local number
Example: 00 +672 [area code] [number], or +672 [area code] [number] from any mobile phone
Leading zeros in domestic area codes are not dialed internationally. Write the number as +672 + area code (no leading 0) + subscriber number.
Calling Norfolk Island from Major Countries
International exit codes differ by country. Use this reference when dialing Norfolk Island (+672) from abroad:
| Calling From | Exit Code | Full International Dialing |
|---|---|---|
| United States | 011 | 011 672 [local number] |
| United Kingdom | 00 | 00 672 [local number] |
| Australia | 0011 | 0011 672 [local number] |
| China | 00 | 00 672 [local number] |
| Japan | 010 | 010 672 [local number] |
| India | 00 | 00 672 [local number] |
| Germany | 00 | 00 672 [local number] |
| France | 00 | 00 672 [local number] |
On mobile phones, the + symbol replaces the exit code entirely — just dial +672 followed by the local number.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the calling code for Norfolk Island?
The international calling code for Norfolk Island is +672.
How do I call Norfolk Island from the United States?
Dial 011 (US exit code), then +672, then the local phone number.
How do I call Norfolk Island from the United Kingdom?
Dial 00 (UK exit code), then +672, then the local phone number.
Can I use the + symbol instead of the exit code?
Yes! On mobile phones you can dial +672 directly followed by the local number. The + symbol automatically replaces your country's exit code.
How do I call within Norfolk Island?
If you're already in Norfolk Island, simply dial the local number directly. You do not need to use the country code +672 for domestic calls.
What is the capital of Norfolk Island?
The capital of Norfolk Island is Kingston. When calling the capital from abroad, dial +672 followed by the local area code (without the leading 0) and the number.
What are the emergency numbers in Norfolk Island?
Police: 000, Fire: 000, Ambulance: 000. These numbers are only valid inside Norfolk Island.
Other Countries in Oceania
Nearby countries and their calling codes:
Calling Norfolk Island from American Samoa or Guam works the same way: dial your local exit code first, then +672, then the local number. Within Oceania, many callers simply use the + symbol on mobile to avoid exit-code differences.