Call South Africa
Call from anywhere in the world. No app needed.
Mobile
$0.58
per minute
Landline
$0.73
per minute
Rates last updated March 2026
Save up to 71% on calls to South Africa
Compare per-minute rates from major US carriers
| Provider | Plan | Rate /min | You save |
|---|---|---|---|
| AT&T | AT&T International Day Pass | $2.00 | 71% |
| Verizon | Verizon International Plan | $1.99 | 71% |
| T-Mobile | T-Mobile Stateside International | $0.25 | -- |
| Callana | Pay as you go | $0.58 | Best price |
How to call South Africa
Call with Callana
Enter the number with the country code. No exit codes or international prefixes needed.
From a regular phone
Dial your country's exit code, then the country code +27, then the local number.
Area codes for major cities
Johannesburg
+27-11
Cape Town
+27-21
Durban
+27-31
Pretoria
+27-12
About South Africa
Capital
Pretoria
Timezone
South Africa Time
UTC +02:00
Currency
South African Rand
ZAR
Population
60M
Languages
Zulu, Xhosa, Afrikaans, English
Country code
+27
Connection quality
Good
Mobile prevalence
High
Best time to call
9 AM – 9 PM local time
South Africa Time (UTC +02:00)
Calling tips
South African mobile numbers start with 06, 07, or 08. Drop the leading 0 when dialing from abroad.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to call South Africa?
With Callana, calls to South Africa cost $0.58/min to mobile phones and $0.73/min to landlines. No subscription or app download required.
How do I call South Africa?
The easiest way is to use Callana in your browser — select South Africa from the dropdown menu, enter the local number, and we connect you instantly. No exit codes or international prefixes needed, and you can call from any country.
Do I need an app to call South Africa?
No. Callana works directly in your browser — no app download needed. Just open web.callana.app, add credit, and start calling South Africa immediately.
What is the country code for South Africa?
The international dialing code for South Africa is +27.
What is the best time to call South Africa?
South Africa is in the Africa/Johannesburg timezone (UTC +02:00). Business hours are typically 9 AM to 6 PM local time. Callana is available 24/7 so you can call anytime.
Is the call quality good to South Africa?
Call quality to South Africa is rated as good. Callana uses premium voice routes to ensure clear, reliable connections.
What are the area codes for major cities in South Africa?
Major city area codes in South Africa: Johannesburg (11), Cape Town (21), Durban (31), Pretoria (12). When using Callana, you can dial the full number including the area code and we route it automatically.
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