Australia Dialing Information

Australia’s Dialing System

Australia’s dialing system is similar to that of many other countries, but there are a few key differences to be aware of when making calls to or from the country.

International Dialing Codes

To call Australia from another country, you will need to dial the country code, which is +61. Once you have dialed the country code, you will need to dial the area code for the city you are calling, followed by the local phone number.

Domestic Dialing Codes

When calling within Australia, you do not need to dial the country code. However, you will need to dial the area code for the city you are calling, followed by the local phone number.

Calling from Overseas to Australia

To call Australia from overseas, you will need to dial the following:

1. The exit code for your country (e.g., 011 for the United States)
2. The country code for Australia (+61)
3. The area code for the city you are calling
4. The local phone number

Calling from Australia to Overseas

To call overseas from Australia, you will need to dial the following:

1. The international access code (0011)
2. The country code for the country you are calling
3. The area code for the city you are calling
4. The local phone number

Mobile Phone Dialing

When dialing a mobile phone number in Australia, you will need to dial the following:

1. The mobile phone prefix (04)
2. The mobile phone number

Emergency Numbers

The following are the emergency numbers in Australia:

• Police: 000
• Ambulance: 000
• Fire department: 000

Time Zones and Dialing

Australia is a large country with several time zones. When calling from overseas, it is important to be aware of the time difference between your country and Australia.

Telephone Area Codes

The following is a list of the telephone area codes for major cities in Australia:

• Sydney: 02
• Melbourne: 03
• Brisbane: 07
• Perth: 08
• Adelaide: 08

Useful Dialing Resources

The following are some useful dialing resources for Australia:

• Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA): https://www.acma.gov.au/
• Telstra: https://www.telstra.com.au/