How to Call South Africa
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Dialing South Africa (+27): the short answer
Leave out the leading 0 of the domestic number. The +27 country code replaces it.
In BoraPhone you never need an exit code: type +27 and the number, and the call connects from your browser.
Calling Rates for South Africa
Live rates in USD, pulled from carrier pricing. The same rate applies wherever you call from.
How much will my call cost?
| Duration | Landline | Mobile |
|---|---|---|
| 5 min | $0.40 | $0.56 |
| 10 min | $0.80 | $1.11 |
| 15 min | $1.20 | $1.65 |
| 30 min | $2.40 | $3.30 |
All rates are in USD. Calls are billed per minute and rounded up to the next minute. No connection fees or hidden charges. Your first call is free.
Best time to call South Africa
South Africa is on South Africa Standard Time (SAST), UTC+2. To reach people between 9 AM and 8 PM their time:
| If you are in | Time difference | 9 AM your time is | Call between |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York | +7 h | 4:00 PM | 2:00 AM to 1:00 PM |
| Los Angeles | +10 h | 7:00 PM | 11:00 PM to 10:00 AM |
| London | +2 h | 11:00 AM | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
Standard time. Daylight saving in either place can shift these by an hour.
Area codes and things to know before you dial South Africa
- Drop the 0: Johannesburg 011 becomes +27 11, and a mobile 082 becomes +27 82.
- South Africa is UTC+2 all year with no daylight saving.
Why call South Africa with BoraPhone?
- No app needed — call directly from your browser on any device
- Pay as you go — no contracts, no monthly subscriptions
- HD voice quality powered by enterprise-grade infrastructure
- Call landlines in South Africa for $0.08/min — good rate compared to traditional carriers
- South African mobile numbers start with 06, 07, or 08. Drop the leading 0 when dialing internationally with +27.
Frequently asked questions
How do I call South Africa from the US?
From a US landline or mobile, dial 011, then 27, then the South Africa number without its leading 0. From a mobile you can also dial +27 directly. In BoraPhone, enter +27 and the number and press call.
How do I call South Africa from the UK?
From the UK dial 00, then 27, then the South Africa number without its leading 0. From a mobile, +27 and the number works from anywhere. BoraPhone charges the same rate whether you call from the UK, the US or anywhere else.
How much does it cost to call South Africa?
Calls to South Africa start at $0.08 per minute with BoraPhone. Landline rates are $0.08/min and mobile rates are $0.11/min. Calls are billed per minute, rounded up to the next minute, with no connection fee and no subscription.
Is it cheaper to call a landline or a mobile in South Africa?
Calling a landline is cheaper. Landlines are $0.08/min and mobiles $0.11/min, so a 10-minute call costs $0.80 to a landline and $1.11 to a mobile.
Do I need an app to call South Africa?
No. BoraPhone works directly in your web browser. Just sign up, add credit, and start calling South Africa in under a minute. No downloads or installations required. It works on desktop, laptop, tablet, and mobile.
What is the country code for South Africa?
The country code for South Africa is +27. When calling with BoraPhone, just enter the full number including the country code and we handle the connection automatically.
What time zone is South Africa in?
South Africa is in South Africa Standard Time (SAST), UTC+2. When it is 9 AM in New York it is 4:00 PM in South Africa; when it is 9 AM in London it is 11:00 AM. Check the local time before calling to reach people at a convenient hour.
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