Step-by-step
How to dial South Africa from Australia
To call South Africa from Australia, you need the international access code 0011, the country code +27, and the local phone number.
1️⃣ Dial 0011
Dial 0011 — the international access code from Australia
This tells your phone carrier you're making an international call
2️⃣ Dial the country code
Dial 27 — the country code for South Africa
The country code for South Africa is +27
3️⃣ Dial the local number
Enter the local phone number of the person you're calling
If the local number starts with a 0, drop it when dialing internationally
Full example: 0011 27 XXXX XXXX
4️⃣ Or use GlobalDial
Dial +27 + local number from your browser
No international access codes needed — just enter the full number and click call
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Calling South Africa from Australia
📞 Landline dialing
From a landline in Australia, dial 0011 + 27 + local number. The access code 0011 is specific to Australia — other countries may use a different code.
📱 Mobile dialing
From a mobile phone in Australia, you can use the universal format: + 27 + local number. Hold 0 on most phones to type the + sign.
💰 Calling rates
Calls to South Africa with GlobalDial start from $1.08/min. No subscriptions, no monthly fees — just buy credits and call. Check South Africa calling rates →
Quick reference
Australia to South Africa calling details
| From | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| To | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| Country Code | +27 |
| Dialing Format | 0011 + 27 + local number |
| Mobile Format | + 27 + local number |
| With GlobalDial | +27 + local number |
| Rate | From $1.08/min |
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Common questions
FAQ
How do I call South Africa from Australia?
To call South Africa from Australia, dial 0011 + 27 + the local phone number. From a mobile phone in Australia, you can also dial + 27 + the local number. Or use GlobalDial to call South Africa from your browser — no dialing codes needed.
What do I dial to call South Africa from Australia?
From Australia, dial 0011 to reach an international line, then 27 for South Africa, followed by the local number. Remember to drop any leading zero from the local number.
What is the country code for South Africa?
The country code for South Africa is +27. When calling from Australia, dial 0011 + 27 + the local number.
How much does it cost to call South Africa from Australia?
With GlobalDial, calls to South Africa start from $1.08/min. There are no subscriptions or monthly fees — just buy credits and call. Your credits never expire.
Can I call South Africa from Australia using my computer?
Yes! GlobalDial lets you call South Africa directly from your web browser, no matter where you are in Australia. No app download, SIM card, or phone required. Just create a free account, buy credits starting from $5, and start calling.
What's the cheapest way to call South Africa from Australia?
GlobalDial offers some of the most affordable rates for calling South Africa from Australia, starting from $1.08/min. Unlike traditional phone carriers, there are no connection fees, no subscriptions, and your credits never expire.
