Australia country code (+61) — formats & examples
Use +61 to call Australia. See number formats, common mistakes, and plan the best time to call.
Calling format
- Country code+61
- Mobile format pattern+61 XXX XXX XXX
- Landline format pattern+61 X XXXX XXXX
- NotesOmit leading 0 when using country code; include area code where applicable.
Valid number patterns
Valid mobile number pattern
+61 XXX XXX XXX
e.g. +61 412 345 678
Valid landline number pattern
+61 X XXXX XXXX
e.g. +61 2 1234 5678
Dialing information
- Country code+61
- LanguagesEnglish
- Time zonesAustralia/Sydney
- Phonecall rate$0.05/min
Landline $0.05/minMobile $0.15/min
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Start a callCommon dialing mistakes for Australia
- Forgetting to dial +61 before the local number - international calls to Australia require the country code.
- Keeping the leading zero when dialing from abroad - drop the leading 0 after the country code +61.
- Mixing up mobile and landline formats - Australia numbers differ in length and structure; check the pattern before dialing.
- Calling without checking local time - Australia spans multiple time zones; confirm the recipient's local time.
- Omitting the country code when calling from another country - always use +61 for Australia.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about calling Australia with the +61 country code.
- Which time zones does Australia use?
- Australia has the following time zones: Australia/Sydney. Make sure to check local time before placing your call.
- Do I need to install an app to call Australia?
- No app download is necessary. You can call numbers in Australia directly from your browser using Phonecall. Just enter the Australia phone number (+61) to get started.
- What is an example of a mobile or landline number in Australia?
- A typical mobile number format is: +61 123456789. A landline number might look like: +61 12345678. Omit any leading 0.
- How much does it cost to call Australia?
- Calling Australia with Phonecall starts from $0.05/min for landlines and $0.15/min for mobile numbers. We show the rate before you dial.
- What is the calling code for Australia?
- The calling code for Australia is +61. To call, start with the international access code, then dial +61 followed by the local number.
- What languages are spoken in Australia?
- In Australia, the main languages spoken are English.
Call planning
Check local time in Australia and your location so you call at a good time.
Time zones in Australia
Australia/Sydney
Best times to call are typically 9 AM – 5 PM local time in Australia. Avoid calling during early morning (before 8 AM) or late evening (after 9 PM) local time.