Call South Africa
Country code +27
Call any mobile or landline in South Africa directly from your browser. No apps to download, no subscription fees, and credits never expire.
Free starting credit included.
$0.34/min
Rate per minute, billed in 1-minute increments rounded up
$0.34/min
Rate per minute, billed in 1-minute increments rounded up
How to dial South Africa
Type the country code followed by the local number, leaving off the leading 0. For example:
+XX XX XXX XXXX
The dialer adds the plus sign for you, so you can also just start with 27.
Tip: Local numbers in South Africa often start with 0 for domestic calls - drop that prefix when dialing internationally.
Good to know
- Languages
- English, Zulu, Xhosa, Afrikaans
- Time zone
- Johannesburg
- Number length
- 9 digits after the country code
Example call costs
See what a call to South Africa costs at common durations. Rates are billed per minute, rounded up.
| Duration | Mobile | Landline |
|---|---|---|
| 1 min | $0.34 | $0.34 |
| 5 min | $1.70 | $1.70 |
| 15 min | $5.10 | $5.10 |
| 30 min | $10.20 | $10.20 |
| 60 min | $20.40 | $20.40 |
Dial formats
How the number looks when dialing from abroad vs. within South Africa.
From abroad
+XX XX XXX XXXX
Within South Africa
XXX XXX XXXX
Best time to call South Africa
When you call from the US at these times, here is what time it will be in South Africa.
| US time | Eastern | Central | Mountain | Pacific |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:00 AM | 4:00 PM | 5:00 PM | 6:00 PM | 7:00 PM |
| 12:00 PM | 7:00 PM | 8:00 PM | 9:00 PM | 10:00 PM |
| 5:00 PM | 12:00 AM(next day) | 1:00 AM(next day) | 2:00 AM(next day) | 3:00 AM(next day) |
| 8:00 PM | 3:00 AM(next day) | 4:00 AM(next day) | 5:00 AM(next day) | 6:00 AM(next day) |
Mobile and landline rates are the same here, and South Africa is cheaper than 10% of the 168 destinations we serve.
Related destinations
Other countries in the same region with their per-minute mobile rates.
Why call South Africa with Calls.app?
- No app needed
- Call straight from your browser on any device.
- Pay as you go
- No subscription. Credits never expire.
- Reaches real phones
- Any mobile or landline, not just app users.
Call South Africa - FAQ
How do I call South Africa from my browser?
Sign up at Calls.app with your email, add credits, and dial the country code +27 followed by the local number. No app or phone number required.
What is the difference between mobile and landline rates for South Africa?
Mobile calls to South Africa are typically routed to cellular networks and may cost more than landline calls, which terminate on fixed-line networks. Both rates are billed per minute with no connection fee.
Do I need to download an app to call South Africa?
No. Calls.app works entirely in your browser - on desktop, tablet, or phone. There is nothing to install.
When is the best time to call South Africa?
Check the local time widget on this page to see the current time in South Africa. Business hours and early evening are generally the best times to reach someone.
How much does a 10-minute call to South Africa cost?
A 10-minute call to a mobile in South Africa costs $3.40. Calling a landline costs $3.40. There are no connection fees or hidden charges.
Does the person I am calling need Calls.app?
No. Your call reaches any regular mobile or landline phone in South Africa. The person you are calling does not need any app or internet connection.
Do my Calls.app credits expire?
No. Your credits never expire. Add funds whenever you like and use them at your own pace.
Calls.app is an internet calling service and cannot connect calls to emergency services such as 911, 112, or other local emergency numbers. For emergencies, use your mobile carrier or a landline telephone.