What does a Australia phone number look like?
- International format
+61 412 345 678- IDD format (caller ID)
0061 412 345 678- Number length
- 9 digits after the country code
- Mobile example
-
0412 345 678(local) →+61 412 345 678 - Landline example
-
02 1234 5678(local) →+61 2 1234 5678 - Mobile numbers start with
- 4
- Landline numbers start with
- 2, 3, 7, 8
Area codes in Australia
- Sydney / NSW
+61 2- Melbourne / VIC / TAS
+61 3- Brisbane / QLD
+61 7- Perth / WA / SA / NT
+61 8
Australia uses state-based area codes. Mobile numbers (starting with 04) are not geographic.
Received a call or message from +61?
A call or text from +61 (or 0061) originates from Australia.
If you don't know anyone in Australia, be cautious. Common patterns with unfamiliar international numbers:
- One-ring scams (Wangiri): The caller rings once and hangs up, hoping you'll call back a premium-rate number. Don't return calls to numbers you don't recognize.
- SMS phishing: Messages claiming to be from banks, delivery services, or government agencies. Legitimate organizations won't contact you from a +61 number unless you have an account in Australia.
- Spoofed numbers: The caller ID can be faked. A call showing +61 may not actually originate from Australia.
If you do know someone in Australia and want to call them back, see the dialing instructions below.
How to call Australia from abroad
- International format (recommended)
-
+61 [local number]Example:
+61 412 345 678 - From a mobile phone
-
Press and hold 0 or tap + to get the plus sign, then dial
+61followed by the local number. - From a landline
-
Dial your country's international access code, then
61, then the local number.
| From | Dial |
|---|---|
| US/Canada | 011 61 [local number] |
| United Kingdom | 00 61 [local number] |
| Australia | 0011 61 [local number] |
| Your browser (DialHard) | +61 [local number] |
Do I need to drop the leading zero?
Yes. When calling Australia from abroad, drop the leading 0 from the local number.
For example, if the local number is 0XX XXX XXXX, dial +61 XX XXX XXXX.
What time zone is Australia?
Australia spans 13 time zones:
- Australia/Lord_Howe
- Antarctica/Macquarie
- Australia/Hobart
- Australia/Melbourne
- Australia/Sydney
- Australia/Broken_Hill
- Australia/Brisbane
- Australia/Lindeman
- Australia/Adelaide
- Australia/Darwin
- Australia/Perth
- Australia/Eucla
- Asia/Tokyo
Fair time to call
02:38 AM local time · Public holiday
Personal calls OK. Business calls may not be answered.
How much does it cost to call Australia?
International calls to Australia vary dramatically by provider. Major US carriers charge $3.00/min or more, while VoIP services like DialHard start at $0.08/min.
| Provider | Rate/min | vs DialHard |
|---|---|---|
| AT&T | $3.00 | 97% more |
| Verizon | $2.99 | 97% more |
| T-Mobile | $3.00 | 97% more |
| DialHard | $0.08 | Save ~97% |
Carrier rates are based on published international calling rates without plan add-ons. Your actual rate may vary.
Tips for calling Australia
Based on patterns from DialHard users and support data:
- Mobile numbers are expensive even within Australia. Landlines (02/03/07/08) are cheaper.
- Friday afternoons are dead zones for business calls - many Aussies leave early.
DialHard users made 52 calls to Australia last month.
Current rates to Australia
$0.08–$0.17/min
Rates vary by mobile vs landline. Billed per minute, rounded up.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the code +61 from?
+61 is the international dialing code for Australia.
Is +61 a mobile or landline code?
+61 is the country code for all of Australia — both mobile and landline numbers use this code. The digits after the country code may indicate the number type, but this varies by country.
Is a call from +61 a scam?
Not necessarily. +61 is the legitimate country code for Australia. However, scammers can spoof any country code. If you don't recognize the number or weren't expecting a call from Australia, don't call back — especially if they only rang once.
Why won't my call to Australia connect?
Common issues:
- Wrong format: Make sure you're using +61 (not 0061 or just 61)
- Extra digits: Remove any trunk prefix (usually 0) from the start of the local number
- Missing digits: Ensure you have the complete local number after the country code
What does a Australia phone number look like?
A Australia number in international format starts with
+61 followed by the local number.
Local numbers are typically 9 digits long.
Example: +61 412 345 678
How do I save a Australia number in my contacts?
Always save international numbers in E.164 format: +61 followed by the local number (without the leading 0 if applicable). This format works worldwide.
How do I block calls from +61?
On most smartphones, you can block individual numbers by opening your recent calls, tapping the number, and selecting "Block." To block all calls from a country code, check your carrier's international call blocking options or use a call-filtering app.