How to call SOUTH AFRICA from Australia
Want to connect with South Africa from Australia? Here’s how!
To call a South African phone number from Australia, use the country code +27. Follow this with the area code (minus the initial 0) and the local number.
Example: To call the South African number (21) 123 4567 from an Australian mobile, you'd dial: +27 21 123 4567
From a landline, replace the + with 0011, followed by 27 (South Africa’s country code), the area code and the local number.
Enjoy unlimited talk and text to South Africa and over 41 other countries with our unlimited international calling plans.
want unlimited international standard calls to South Africa?
Our great-value SIM-only mobile plans have you
covered
Understanding International Dialling Codes
Navigating international dialling can be complex. We've broken down everything you need to know about calling South Africa from Australia, bringing the rich diversity and beauty of South Africa closer to you.
- Enter the + on your dial pad, converting it into the correct international exit code.
- Enter South Africa’s country code (27).
- Enter the South African area code (omit the initial 0)
- Enter the local number
For example:
If you want to call South Africa number (21) 123 4567 from an Australian mobile you’d dial:
- Enter the Australian exit code (0011)
- Enter South Africa’s country code (27)
- Enter the South African area code (omit the initial 0)
- Enter the local number
If you want to call South Africa number (21) 123 4567 from an Australian landline, you’d dial:
Need a plan for calling South Africa?
Our SIM-only mobile plans and international phone plans start at just $40 and include unlimited international minutes to South Africa and 41 other countries, providing you with the freedom to connect to friends and family without worrying about extra charges.
Australian Exit Code (0011)
Dials you out of Australia for international calls.
South Africa country code (27)
The international code to dial into South Africa.
Area code
Specific to regions or cities in South Africa, typically attached to the local number.
Local number
The specific telephone number you wish to call.