When dialing internationally from Australia, the 0011 prefix is used to indicate that you are making an international call. This prefix is followed by the country code of the destination country, the area code (without the leading 0), and the local phone number.
Steps to Dial Internationally from Australia
- Dial the International Access Code: Start by dialing 0011 to indicate an international call.
- Enter the Country Code: Add the country code for the destination country. For example:
- China’s country code is 86.
- Dial the Area Code (without the leading 0): If the local number includes an area code, remove the leading 0. For example:
- Beijing’s area code is 010. Remove the 0, leaving 10.
- Enter the Local Number: Dial the remaining part of the local number.
Example: Calling a Number in Beijing, China from Australia
If you want to call the number 010 8123321 in Beijing:
- Dial 0011 (Australia’s international access code).
- Enter 86 (China’s country code).
- Add 10 (Beijing’s area code without the leading 0).
- Finally, dial the local number 8123321.
The full number you need to dial is:
0011 86 10 8123321
Key Tips for International Dialing
- Always check the country code of your destination before making a call.
- Ensure that the local area code is included but without the leading 0.
- International calls may incur additional charges. Check with your service provider for rates.
