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Additionally, if you're unable to make an international call, there are several ways to reach any city in Australia from Canada. You can use your mobile phone or landline with just a few details: Canada’s exit code (011), Australia’s country code (61), and the area code for a mobile (4). For landline calls, be sure to include the city’s area code. Alternatively, you can use various apps or purchase an international calling card to make the call.
Quick Overview of Calling Australia from Canada
Start by dialing 011 (Canada's exit code) from your phone. Then, input 61 to direct your call to Australia. If you’re reaching a landline, include the city code next. For a mobile phone, input 4. Lastly, dial the recipient’s phone number.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Placing a Call to Australia from a Landline or Mobile
Dial "011" from either a landline or mobile phone to initiate Canada's exit code. Exit codes signal your provider that you're making an international call. Canada’s exit code is 011, and this should be the first set of digits you dial when starting your call.
- Your Australian call will begin like this: 011-xx-x-xxxx-xxxx.
Enter "61" to route your call to Australia. Each country has a unique code to connect international calls. After entering Canada’s exit code, input “61.” This directs the call to Australia.
- The phone number should now appear like this: 011-61-x-xxxx-xxxx.
Include the city code if you're dialing a landline. To call a landline in Australia, you’ll need the city code. It will be one of the following: 2, 3, 7, or 8, depending on the city’s location.
- For instance, Melbourne uses the city code 3, and Sydney uses 2. A call to Sydney would look like this: 011-61-2-xxxx-xxxx.
Use "4" instead of the city code when calling a mobile phone. For mobile calls, skip the city code and enter 4, which is the prefix for mobile phones across Australia.
- A mobile number should appear like this: 011-61-4-xxxx-xxxx.
Dial the local telephone number. Australian phone numbers consist of 8 digits, excluding the city codes. Overall, your complete number will be 14 digits, incorporating Canada’s exit code, Australia’s country code, and the city code.
- A correctly dialed mobile number in Australia will appear as: 011-61-4-1234-5678.
- To reach a landline in Sydney, Australia, dial “011-61-2” followed by the phone number.
- Do not include the trunk code “0” when dialing internationally; it is only used for domestic calls within Australia.
Exploring Other Options
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Consider buying a calling card if international calls aren’t included in your phone plan. A calling card allows you to prepay for minutes. These cards can be found at convenience stores or purchased online. Depending on your phone service, calling cards can often be a more affordable option.
- Be sure to read reviews and choose reputable providers. Watch out for cards that round up your minutes in large increments or include hidden connection fees.
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Download apps to make voice or video calls to Australia. Apps like WhatsApp, FaceTime, Skype, Viber, Google Voice, and Rebtel offer convenient ways to call internationally, sometimes for free.
- Remember, the person you're calling needs to have the same app installed on their device for communication.
- Many of these apps also allow free international texting.
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Make free calls from your computer. Platforms like Facebook Messenger, Skype, and Google Hangouts enable free international calls through your laptop or tablet.
- Ensure you are connected to WiFi, and that the person you are calling has the same app installed.
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Before calling Australia, review your phone plan’s international calling rates. Many plans include international calling by default, but some carriers may charge per-minute rates that can add up quickly.
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If you're using apps to make calls, monitor your data usage if you're not connected to WiFi. Data overage charges can accumulate fast!
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Check the time in Australia before dialing. You can look up the time zone for the city you’re calling. Ensure that the time is suitable for a phone call before you dial.
