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Country Code for Australia: +61

Oceania

+61

Dialing Code

AU

ISO2

AUS

ISO3

A$ AUD

Australian Dollar

UTC+8 to UTC+10

Timezone

Mar 01, 2026, 06:33 AM

Current Time

About Australia Phone Codes

This page provides comprehensive information about Australia's international dialing system, helping you make seamless phone calls to and from this destination.

The country code for Australia is +61, which is essential for making international calls to Australia. Our guide includes detailed dialing instructions, practical examples from major countries, and helpful tips to ensure your calls connect successfully. Whether you're calling for business, staying in touch with family, or making travel arrangements, you'll find all the country code information you need right here.

Beyond the primary phone code, we also provide useful details such as Australia ISO country code (AU) AUS, local currency Australian Dollar (A$), time zone information (UTC+8 to UTC+10), and step-by-step dialing instructions to make your international calling experience as smooth as possible towards Australia.

How to Call Australia

International Format: +61 X XXXX XXXX

  1. 1Dial your country's international access code (usually 00 or +)
  2. 2Dial the Australia country code: +61
  3. 3Dial the area code and phone number (8-9 digits total)

Examples from Popular Countries dialing to Australia

From United States:

011 61 2 1234 5678

From United Kingdom:

00 61 2 1234 5678

From Germany:

00 61 2 1234 5678

AU Emergency Numbers
Child safety helpline

Report bullying or get support

Kids Helpline

Australia's free and confidential 24/7 phone and online counseling service for young people aged 5 to 25.

View all child safety helplines

Carriers in Australia

Whether you're calling Australia or visiting, knowing the local carriers helps with connectivity. Top carriers including Telstra, Optus, Vodafone and TPG ensure reliable connectivity throughout the country. Compare their prepaid tourist plans to find the best value for your communication needs.

Did you know?

Australian landlines use single-digit area codes (e.g., 2 for NSW, 3 for VIC), while mobiles use the 04 or 05 prefix.

Australia's main city phone codes

CityPhone Code
Sydney+61 2
Melbourne+61 3
Brisbane+61 7
Perth+61 8
Adelaide+61 8
Gold Coast+61 7
Newcastle+61 2
Canberra+61 2
Sunshine Coast+61 7
Wollongong+61 2
Hobart+61 3
Geelong+61 3
Townsville+61 7
Cairns+61 7
Darwin+61 8

Note: These are the main area codes for major cities in Australia. When calling from abroad, dial the international access code, then +61, then the city code (without the + symbol), followed by the local number.

Scams and telemarketing rules in Australia

The ACMA's new 'SMS Sender ID Register' launching in 2026 will prevent brand impersonation in texts.

Telemarketing/toll-free prefixes: 1300, 1800, 13

Common scams to watch for: Hi Mum WhatsApp, myGov phishing, fake toll payments.

Report fraud to:Report to Scamwatch