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How to Call Australia from the United States

Country code +61 — Dial 011 61 41X XXX XXX from a US landline or +61 41X XXX XXX from a mobile phone.

+61
Australia Country Code

What to Dial

  1. 1Dial 011 from a US landline, or + from a mobile (hold the 0 key).
  2. 2Dial 61, the country code of Australia.
  3. 3Dial the number: 9 digits, without the leading 0 used for calls inside Australia.
Calling a… Written in Australia From a US landline From a cell phone
Mobile 041X XXX XXX 011 61 41X XXX XXX +61 41X XXX XXX
Landline (New South Wales) (02) XXXX XXXX 011 61 2 XXXX XXXX +61 2 XXXX XXXX

X stands for any digit. Mobile numbers start with 04. More number types: Australia phone number format.

Mobile or Landline?

Australia had 113 mobile subscriptions and 22.3 landlines per 100 people in 2024. Most people you call will be on a mobile, so ask for their mobile number and check what your plan charges for calls to Australia mobiles.

Source: World Bank (ITU).

Calling Tips for Australia

Best Time to Call

To reach someone between 9 AM and 8 PM in Canberra, call between 5:00 PM–4:00 AM EST (2:00 PM–1:00 AM PST). Australia changes its clocks for daylight saving time.

Australia is on UTC+11, 16 hours ahead of US Eastern Time right now.

Cost Saving Tips

  • VoIP services such as Google Voice or Vonage usually charge less per minute than a carrier's standard international rate.
  • WiFi calling apps (WhatsApp, Viber, FaceTime) are free when both parties have the app.
  • Check your carrier's international plan — many offer add-on packages.

Time Difference

US Eastern (EST)
--:--
UTC-5
+16h
Australia
--:--
UTC+11

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I call Australia from the US?
From a US landline, dial 011, then 61, then the number without its leading 0: 011 61 41X XXX XXX for a mobile. From a cell phone, dial +61 41X XXX XXX.
Do I dial the 0 when calling Australia from abroad?
No. The leading 0 is only for calls inside Australia. A number written 041X XXX XXX at home is dialed +61 41X XXX XXX from abroad.
How many digits is a phone number in Australia?
9 digits after the country code +61. Mobile numbers start with 04 when written with the leading 0.
What time should I call Australia from the US?
Australia is 16 hours ahead of New York (UTC+11 in Canberra). To reach someone between 9 AM and 8 PM there, call between 5:00 PM–4:00 AM EST, or 2:00 PM–1:00 AM PST on the West Coast. Australia uses daylight saving time, so the difference changes during the year.
How do people in Australia call the US?
They dial the exit code 0011, then 1 and the 10-digit US number: 0011 1 XXX XXX XXXX, or +1 from a mobile.
How much does it cost to call Australia?
It depends on your plan: many US plans charge per minute for international calls, and calls to Australia mobiles often cost more than calls to landlines. Internet calling apps are free when both people have the same app.
Australia Quick Info
Country Code +61
ISO Code AU
Capital Canberra
Time Zone UTC+11
Exit Code (US) 011
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