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South Africa Country Phone Code: +27

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No matter who you're calling, whether it's an old friend, family member, or a business contact, we've got you covered about everything you need on South Africa area codes and the regions they cover. With this guide, you'll be able to make the most of your international calls and stay in touch with your dear ones without breaking the bank.

LOCAL TIME

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Monday, December 23, 2024

Pretoria

UTC+02:00 HOURS

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WEATHER

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26.3°C

Overcast 16.9/28.5°C

Pretoria, South Africa is 3 hours behind you (4:14:12 PM)

How to Call South Africa?

Calling South Africa does not have to be complicated. To make an international call to South Africa, follow these three simply steps:

First, dial the exit country code from your phone.
Next, enter +27 along with the area code you want to call in.
Finally, dial the recipient’s number.

Dialing Instructions

Making an international call to any landline or mobile number can be easy and affordable if you follow these simple steps:

Dial the International Direct Dialing (IDD) number for your country. This number varies depending on your carrier provider, so be sure to look it up before you make your call.
Enter the Country Code for the country you wish to call. Remember, some countries share the same code, so make sure you're dialing the correct one.
If the number you're calling is in a specific city or area, dial the city/area code. Not all countries use city or area codes, so check before you dial.
Finally, dial the phone number you wish to call and wait for the connection.

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Complete List of South Africa Area Phone Codes

Here’s a comprehensive list of all the dialing codes you need to connect with loved ones in South Africa.

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City	Dial Codes
Bloemfontein	+27-51
Cape Town	+27-21
De Aar	+27-571
Durban	+27-31
East London	+27-431
Gordons Bay	+27-24
Johannesburg	+27-11
Johannesburg CBD	+27-102103
La Lucia	+27-31
Pietermaritzburg	+27-331
Port Elizabeth	+27-41
Pretoria	+27-12
Sasolburg	+27-16
Somerset West	+27-21
Uitenhage	+27-41
Welkom	+27-57

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Frequently Asked Questions

Explore quick answers to some questions about South Africa calling codes.

How do I call South Africa from abroad?

To make an international call to South Africa, start by dialling your origination country's international dialling prefix. This code varies for each country.

For example, if you'd like to call South Africa from the USA, your international dialling prefix is 011. If you're in the UK or other parts of Europe, your prefix is 00.

Next, dial the South Africa country code - 27. Then, input the local area code along with the phone number you'd like to call.

A correctly dialled number should look something like this:(00)(27) XXXX-XXXX-XX.

What are the two/three-letter country ISO codes for South Africa?

South Africa is identified by ZA as the two-letter ISO (alpha-2) code.
ZAF is the three-letter ISO (alpha-3) code for South Africa.

Which country has dialling code +27?

27 is the country dialling code for South Africa. It is used to make international calls from abroad to connect to any phone number in South Africa.

How many digits does a phone number from South Africa typically have?

South Africa phone numbers generally consist of 9 digits, including the country code and the local area code.

What is the international dialling format of a phone number from South Africa?

An South Africa phone number is typically written in the following format: Country Code (27) + Area Code + Phone Number. Ensure to include the correct area code when dialing internationally.

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