What is the country code for India?

India's country code is +91. You dial it immediately after Australia's exit code (0011 from a landline or + from a mobile) to route your call to India.

What is the exit code to call internationally from Australia?

Australia's international exit code is 0011 when dialing from a landline. On a mobile phone, you can press and hold 0 to produce the + symbol, which serves the same purpose.

Do I need an area code to call an Indian mobile number?

No. Indian mobile numbers are 10 digits long and do not require an area code. Just dial +91 followed by the full 10-digit mobile number.

How much does it cost to call India from Australia with Sayfone?

Sayfone offers calls to India at $0.08 per minute. There are no connection fees or hidden charges — you pay only for the minutes you use.

What time should I call India from Australia?

AEST is 4.5 hours ahead of India Standard Time (IST). A good overlap window is 1:30 PM – 5:00 PM AEST, which corresponds to 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM IST — ideal for both business and personal calls.

Why do I need to drop the leading 0 from an Indian area code?

The leading 0 is a domestic trunk prefix used only for calls within India. When dialing internationally, the +91 country code replaces this prefix, so including the 0 will cause the call to fail.

Can I call India from my browser without installing an app?

Yes. Sayfone works directly in your browser — no app download required. Just visit Sayfone, enter the Indian number, and start your call at $0.08/min.

What are the major Indian city area codes I should know?

The most common area codes are: Delhi (11), Mumbai (22), Kolkata (33), Chennai (44), Bengaluru (80), Hyderabad (40), Pune (20), and Ahmedabad (79). Remember to drop the leading 0 when dialing from Australia.

Quick Answer

How to Call India from Australia

To call India from Australia, dial 0011 91 followed by the area code and local number from a landline, or +91 followed by the full number from a mobile phone. Indian mobile numbers are 10 digits and don't need an area code. For landlines, drop the leading 0 from the Indian area code.

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$0.08

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+91

Country code

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Landline rate

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With over 700,000 Indian-born residents in Australia, this is one of the busiest calling corridors between the two countries. Whether you're coordinating remittances, catching up with family, or managing business, getting the dialing sequence right is the first step.

Steps at a glance

Dial Australia's exit code: 0011 (landline) or + (mobile)
Dial India's country code: 91
Dial the area code (landlines) or full 10-digit mobile number
Dial the local subscriber number

Sources

1
Vodafone Australia – International Calling Guide
Confirms Australia exit code 0011 and mobile + dialing
2
Revolut Australia – India Calling Code Guide
Confirms dialing format from Australia to India

STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE

How to Dial an Indian Number from Australia

Follow these steps to reach any mobile or landline number in India from your Australian phone or browser.

1
Dial the Australian exit code
From an Australian landline, dial 0011. From a mobile phone, press and hold 0 to enter the + symbol, which replaces the exit code automatically.
```
0011 … (landline) or + … (mobile)
```
2
Dial India's country code
Enter 91, which is the international country code for India. This tells the network to route your call to India.
```
0011 91 … or +91 …
```
3
Dial the area code (landlines only)
For Indian landlines, add the area code without the leading 0. Major city codes include 11 (Delhi), 22 (Mumbai), 33 (Kolkata), 44 (Chennai), 80 (Bengaluru), and 40 (Hyderabad). For Indian mobile numbers, skip this step — no area code is needed.
```
0011 91 22 … (Mumbai landline) or +91 22 … (Mumbai landline)
```
4
Dial the local number
Enter the subscriber number. For mobiles, this is the full 10-digit number (starting with 6, 7, 8, or 9). For landlines, the area code plus subscriber number together total 10 digits.
```
0011 91 22 1234 5678 (Mumbai landline) or +91 98123 45678 (mobile)
```

Dialing format reference

+91

Use these patterns when entering a full international number to +91.

Mobile

+91 XXXXX XXXXX (10 digits, starts with 6/7/8/9)

Landline

+91 [area code] [subscriber number] (area code + number = 10 digits)

+91 98123 45678 (mobile)
+91 11 2345 6789 (Delhi landline)
+91 22 1234 5678 (Mumbai landline)
+91 44 2345 6789 (Chennai landline)

Major city area codes

New Delhi11

Mumbai22

Kolkata33

Chennai44

Bengaluru80

Hyderabad40

Pune20

Ahmedabad79

Sources

1
Vodafone Australia – How to Call an International Number
Confirms Australian exit code 0011 and + mobile shortcut
2
Wikipedia – Telephone Numbers in India
Covers Indian numbering plan, area codes, and mobile format
3
Government of India – e-Governance Telephone Number Standards
Official Indian telephone numbering standard

DIALING RULES

Important Dialing Rules for Calling India from Australia

Avoid common mistakes by understanding these key rules about Indian and Australian dialing formats.

Drop the leading zero from Indian area codes

Indian domestic numbers often include a leading 0 before the area code (e.g., 011 for Delhi). When calling from Australia, always remove this leading 0. Dial 91 11 … not 91 011 ….

Mobile numbers don't use area codes

Indian mobile numbers are always 10 digits long and begin with 6, 7, 8, or 9. No area code is needed — just dial +91 followed by the full 10-digit number.

Australia's exit code is 0011, not 00

Unlike many countries that use 00 as their international access code, Australia uses 0011 for landline calls. From an Australian mobile, you can simply use the + prefix instead.

Variable-length area codes in India

Indian landline area codes range from 2 to 4 digits. Major metros use 2-digit codes (e.g., 11 for Delhi, 22 for Mumbai), while smaller cities use 3- or 4-digit codes. The area code plus subscriber number always total 10 digits.

Check if international calling is enabled

Some Australian carriers require you to activate international calling on your plan before you can dial overseas. If your call doesn't connect, contact your provider to confirm international dialing is enabled on your account.

TIMING & TIPS

Best Times to Call India from Australia

India Standard Time (IST, UTC+5:30) is 4.5 hours behind Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST, UTC+10). Plan your calls around the overlap for the best experience.

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During Australian daylight saving time (AEDT, October–April), the gap widens to 5.5 hours. India does not observe daylight saving.

Time & windows

Best for Family Calls

5:30 PM – 8:30 PM AEST

1:00 PM – 4:00 PM IST — afternoon in India, evening in Australia

Best for Business Calls

1:30 PM – 5:00 PM AEST

9:00 AM – 12:30 PM IST — morning business hours in India

Weekend Catch-Ups

10:30 AM – 1:30 PM AEST

6:00 AM – 9:00 AM IST — early morning in India, late morning in Australia

🇦🇺AEST morning (8 AM)

3:30 AM ISTToo early in India for most calls

🇦🇺AEST midday (12 PM)

7:30 AM ISTEarly morning in India — suitable for some

🇦🇺AEST afternoon (3 PM)

10:30 AM ISTPrime business hours in India

🇦🇺AEST evening (7 PM)

2:30 PM ISTAfternoon in India — good for personal calls

🇦🇺AEST night (10 PM)

5:30 PM ISTEnd of business day in India

Calling tips

Save Indian contacts in international format (+91 XXXXXXXXXX) so calls work from any device or app.
Use Sayfone's browser-based calling to avoid carrier international charges — calls to India start at $0.08/min.
If coordinating remittances or financial matters, schedule calls during Indian banking hours (10:00 AM – 4:00 PM IST, Monday–Friday).
India has one time zone (IST, UTC+5:30) nationwide, so you don't need to worry about regional time differences within India.
During Australian daylight saving (AEDT), subtract 5.5 hours instead of 4.5 to get Indian time.

Business etiquette

Begin calls with a polite greeting — a brief 'Namaste' or 'Hello' goes a long way in establishing rapport.
Indian business communication tends to be relationship-oriented; allow a few minutes for pleasantries before discussing agenda items.
Be mindful of major Indian holidays such as Diwali, Holi, and Republic Day when businesses may be closed.
For formal calls, address contacts with their title (Mr., Mrs., Dr.) unless they invite informality.

Sources

1
Savvy Time – AEST to IST Converter
Confirms 4.5-hour AEST-IST offset and conference call windows
2
Second Talent – Australia and India Time Zone Alignment Guide
Details AEST/AEDT offsets and collaboration windows

TROUBLESHOOTING

Common Issues When Calling India from Australia

If your call to India isn't connecting, check these common problems and solutions.

Call won't connect at all

The most common cause is a dialing format error. Make sure you're using 0011 (landline) or + (mobile) before 91, and that you've removed any leading 0 from the Indian area code. Double-check the full number sequence.

Getting a 'number not in service' message

Verify you have the correct number of digits. Indian mobile numbers are exactly 10 digits after +91. Landline numbers vary but the area code plus subscriber number should total 10 digits.

International calling not enabled

Some Australian mobile and landline plans don't include international calling by default. Contact your provider (Telstra, Optus, Vodafone, etc.) to confirm it's activated on your account.

Call drops or poor audio quality

Traditional carrier calls can suffer from routing issues on long-distance corridors. Consider using a VoIP-based service like Sayfone from your browser for more consistent call quality over the internet.

Unexpected high charges

Standard Australian carrier rates for calls to India can be expensive. Check your plan's international rates before dialing. Sayfone offers transparent per-minute pricing at $0.08/min with no hidden fees.

Sources

1
Wise – India Country Code How to Call Guide
Lists common reasons international calls fail
2
Remitly – India Dialing Codes
Troubleshooting common dialing errors

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