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
Excellent time to call
03:10 PM local time · Afternoon business hours
Excellent for business and personal calls.
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.
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.