How to Call Australia from Pakistan
Learn how to call from Pakistan to Australia with this step-by-step guide. Rates start at just $0.04/min with HelloAirDial. No apps, no calling cards, just dial from your browser.
Cheapest Way to Call Australia from Pakistan
The cheapest way to call Australia from Pakistan is using a browser-based VoIP service like HelloAirDial. With rates starting at just $0.04 per minute, you'll save 50-80% compared to traditional carriers, calling cards, or roaming charges.
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How to Call from Pakistan to Australia
To make a call, dial the exit code (00), followed by the country code (61), then the local number. HelloAirDial makes it simple - just enter the full number in your browser and we handle the formatting automatically. Rates start at $0.04 per minute with no hidden fees.
Dialing Steps: 🇵🇰 Pakistan to 🇦🇺 Australia
- 1
Dial the exit code: 00
This tells your carrier you're making an international call from Pakistan.
- 2
Dial Australia's country code: 61
The country code for Australia is +61.
- 3
Dial the local number
Drop the leading 0 from local numbers.
Examples:
- Mobile: 04 12 345 678
- Landline: 02 9012 3456
Cheap Calls from Pakistan to Australia
Skip expensive carrier rates and calling cards. HelloAirDial offers cheap calls from Pakistan to Australia starting at $0.04/minute, up to 80% less than traditional international calling.
Traditional Calling
- • Carrier rates: $1-3/min
- • Calling cards: Hidden fees
- • Roaming: Expensive abroad
HelloAirDial
- • From $0.04/min
- • No hidden fees or contracts
- • Works anywhere with internet
🇵🇰 Pakistan Carrier Rates to 🇦🇺 Australia
- Jazz$0.10-0.80
- Telenor Pakistan$0.12-0.90
- Zong$0.10-0.85
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Best Time to Call 🇦🇺 Australia
Recommended Calling Hours
- • Avoid unsolicited calls before 8:00 and after 8:00 pm on weekdays, and before 9:00 and after 5:00 pm on weekends local Australian time.
- • Public holidays vary by state; avoid non urgent business or sales calls on major national and state holidays.
Calling Etiquette in Australia
- • Use a polite, direct greeting such as Hello, this is [name] calling from [company].
- • For business calls, be punctual and respect scheduled times; Australians value straightforward communication.
- • Address people by first name in most business contexts unless they use a title or formal address.
- • Explain the purpose of the call briefly and allow the other party to opt to continue or reschedule.
Reaching 🇦🇺 Australia via Apps
- • WhatsApp, FaceTime, Zoom, Microsoft Teams and similar apps are widely used for personal and business calls.
- • Most Australians have reliable mobile data or broadband, so VOIP calls are generally feasible.
- • Some older users may prefer traditional voice calls or landlines; offer alternatives if app use is unclear.
International Calling Requirements in 🇵🇰 Pakistan
- • Ensure international calling (IDD) is enabled on your mobile or landline account before dialing abroad
- • Prepaid SIMs may require a minimum balance or an IDD bundle to place international calls
- • Postpaid lines can have IDD barred by default; request activation from your carrier with valid CNIC details
- • Dial 00 or use +, then the destination country code, area or mobile code, and subscriber number
- • For business lines, confirm your PBX or office system allows international prefixes and is not time restricted
Troubleshooting Calls to 🇦🇺 Australia
- Your call cannot be completed as dialed - Check you used 00 or +, included the correct country code, and removed any leading 0 from the foreign number
- International calling is not enabled on your line - Contact your carrier to activate IDD, ensure KYC is complete, and verify you have sufficient balance or credit limit
- Number not in service or restricted - Confirm the destination number format, check if the country or prefix is blocked, or try an alternate contact method such as VOIP
FAQs: Calling 🇦🇺 Australia from 🇵🇰 Pakistan
How do I call from Pakistan to Australia?
Dial 00 (exit code) + 61 (Australia country code) + the local phone number. Drop the leading 0 from local numbers.
What is the cheapest way to call from Pakistan to Australia?
Use a VoIP service like HelloAirDial with rates from $0.04/min. This is typically 50-80% cheaper than traditional carriers or calling cards.
What is the country code for Australia?
The country code for Australia is +61. When calling from Pakistan, dial 00 61 followed by the local number.
How do I dial an international number from Pakistan?
Dial 00 or use +, then the country code, area or mobile code without its leading 0, and the local number.
Should I use roaming or Wi Fi or VOIP when I travel abroad from Pakistan?
Roaming is convenient but often costly; using local SIMs or VOIP apps over Wi Fi is usually cheaper for international calls.
How expensive are international calls from Pakistan?
Rates vary by destination and carrier, roughly from about USD 0.10 to 0.90 per minute; bundles for popular countries can reduce costs.