Australia calling code: +61
The short answer is +61. The useful answer is: what do you dial from your country, and what should you do with leading zeros?
What to dial (quick guide)
- Start with your exit code (international call prefix), or just use + on mobiles.
- Dial 61 (the country calling code).
- Dial the national number (often with the domestic trunk prefix removed).
Trunk prefix note: domestic numbers may start with 0. When calling from abroad, you usually drop that leading 0.
Use the Dial Builder to paste your number and get the exact dial string.
Examples
- national: 02 1234 5678
- international: +61 2 1234 5678
- mobileNational: 0412 345 678
- mobileInternational: +61 412 345 678
Notes
- When calling Australia from abroad, drop the leading 0.
Common routes
Jump straight into the dial builder:
- Call from US to AU (exit code 011)
- Call from GB to AU (exit code 00)
- Call from CA to AU (exit code 011)
- Call from IE to AU (exit code 00)
- Call from FR to AU (exit code 00)
- Call from DE to AU (exit code 00)
- Call from ES to AU (exit code 00)
- Call from IT to AU (exit code 00)
- Call from IN to AU (exit code 00)
FAQ
What is the country calling code for Australia?
The country calling code for Australia is +61.
How do I call Australia from another country?
Dial your international exit code, then 61, then the national number. In mobile-friendly format you can usually dial +61 followed by the national number.
Do I drop a leading 0 when calling Australia internationally?
Often yes — Australia commonly uses a trunk prefix “0” for domestic dialing, which you typically drop when calling internationally.