Dialling Code for Australia

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International dialling code +61

How to call Australia from abroad

1Dial your exit code (00, 011 from US/Canada, or +)
2Dial +61 (Australia country code)
3Dial the local number (remove any leading 0)
Example: +61 2 1234 5678

Facts last checked 31 August 2026.

The international dialling code for Australia is +61. To call Australia from the UK, dial 00 then 61, followed by the local number. From the US or Canada, dial 011 then 61. On a mobile phone you can simply dial +61 directly.

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Calling Australia — FAQ

What is the international dialling code for Australia?

The dialling code for Australia is +61.

How do I call Australia from the UK?

To call Australia from the UK, dial 00 61 followed by the local number (drop any leading 0).

How do I call Australia from the US?

To call Australia from the US, dial 011 61 followed by the local number.

Do other countries share the +61 dialling code?

No — +61 is used exclusively by Australia.

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