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How to Call Australia From the US: Complete Guide (+61)
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How to Dial Australia From the US
Australia uses the country code +61. Calling Australia from the US is simple once you understand the area code format.
Dialling Format
From a US phone: 011 + 61 + area code (without leading 0) + local number
From a mobile with + dialling: +61 + area code (without leading 0) + local number
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Australian landline area codes are single digits (02, 03, 07, 08). Drop the 0 when calling from the US.
Example Calls
Australian Area Codes
Cost Comparison: Calling Australia
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Australia is an English-speaking country with excellent mobile infrastructure. FaceTime and WhatsApp work well for free calls.
Best Time to Call Australia
Australia spans three time zones: AEST (UTC+10), ACST (UTC+9:30), and AWST (UTC+8). Major cities like Sydney and Melbourne use AEST.
