Country Code for South Africa: +27
Africa
+27
Dialing Code
ZA
ISO2
ZAF
ISO3
R ZAR
South African Rand
UTC+2
Timezone
Feb 23, 2026, 11:25 PM
Current Time
About South Africa Phone Codes
This page provides comprehensive information about South Africa's international dialing system, helping you make seamless phone calls to and from this destination.
The country code for South Africa is +27, which is essential for making international calls to South Africa. 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 South Africa ISO country code (ZA) ZAF, local currency South African Rand (R), time zone information (UTC+2), and step-by-step dialing instructions to make your international calling experience as smooth as possible towards South Africa.
How to Call South Africa
International Format: +27 XX XXX XXXX
- 1Dial your country's international access code (usually 00 or +)
- 2Dial the South Africa country code: +27
- 3Dial the area code and phone number (8-9 digits total)
Examples from Popular Countries dialing to South Africa
From United States:
011 27 11 123 4567
From United Kingdom:
00 27 11 123 4567
From Australia:
0011 27 11 123 4567
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Childline SA
South Africa's national 24-hour helpline dedicated to the protection of children and their rights.
Carriers in South Africa
Need to connect in South Africa? These telecommunication providers serve the country. Vodacom, MTN, Telkom and Cell C are the leading providers, offering competitive rates for local and international calls. International visitors can often find special short-term plans tailored to their needs.
Did you know?
South African mobile prefixes (like 082, 073) originally indicated the network, but mobile number portability now allows switching carriers.
South Africa's main city phone codes
| City | Phone Code |
|---|---|
| Johannesburg | +27 11 |
| Cape Town | +27 21 |
| Durban | +27 31 |
| Pretoria | +27 12 |
| Port Elizabeth | +27 41 |
| Pietermaritzburg | +27 33 |
| Benoni | +27 11 |
| Tembisa | +27 11 |
| East London | +27 43 |
| Vereeniging | +27 16 |
| Bloemfontein | +27 51 |
| Boksburg | +27 11 |
| Welkom | +27 57 |
| Newcastle | +27 34 |
| Krugersdorp | +27 11 |
Note: These are the main area codes for major cities in South Africa. When calling from abroad, dial the international access code, then +27, then the city code (without the + symbol), followed by the local number.
Scams and telemarketing rules in South Africa
As of 2026, ICASA regulations have moved many business numbers to the 090 range to differentiate from cellular (06/07/08) numbers.
Telemarketing/toll-free prefixes: 087, 086, 090 (New)
Common scams to watch for: Wangiri callback, SARS refunds, bank fraud department impersonation.