How To Call Pakistan From Australia: Updated For 2023

Quick Answer:
To call a landline in Pakistan from Australia, dial the exit code 0011, followed by Pakistan’s country code 92, and then the local number. For mobiles, you can use the + symbol in place of the exit code.
Example for landline: 0011 92 XXXX XXXX
Example for mobile: +92 XXXX XXXX

Need to make an international call to Pakistan from Australia?

In this international dialing guide, we will walk you step-by-step through the correct calling codes (i.e. exit code, country code, etc.) and how to apply that to landlines and mobiles.

How To Call A Landline In Pakistan

To make a call to a landline in Pakistan from Australia, you will need to follow these steps:

STEP 1: Dial the exit code for Australia, which is 0011.
Example: 0011

STEP 2: Dial the country code for Pakistan, which is 92.
Example: 0011 92

STEP 3: Dial the area code for the specific city or region in Pakistan.
Example: 0011 92 XX

STEP 4: Dial the local Pakistani phone number you wish to call. Area codes in Pakistan range from 1 to 2 digits.
Example: 0011 92 XX XXXX XXXX

If you’re calling from a mobile phone, you can use the + symbol in place of the exit code.
Example for mobile: +92 XX XXXX XXXX

0011 92 51 1234 5678

If you’re calling from a landline.

+92 51 1234 5678

If you’re calling from a mobile phone.

How To Call A Pakistan Mobile Number

The process for calling a mobile in Pakistan from Australia is similar to calling a landline.

STEP 1: Dial the exit code for Australia, 0011 or use the + symbol if you’re calling from a mobile.
Example: 0011 or +

STEP 2: Dial the country code for Pakistan, 92.
Example: 0011 92 or +92

STEP 3: Dial the mobile network prefix 30, 31, 32, 33, 34, 35.

STEP 3: Dial the Pakistani mobile number.
Example: 0011 92 30 XXX XXXX or +92 30 XXX XXXX

0011 92 30 1234 567

If you’re calling from a landline.

+92 30 1234 567

If you’re calling from a mobile phone.

Pakistan Area Codes

Here are some of the main area codes for Pakistan:

Area code	City
21	Karachi
42	Lahore
51	Islamabad
41	Faisalabad
55	Gujranwala
61	Multan
91	Peshawar
81	Quetta
71	Sukkur
22	Hyderabad

Time Zone

Pakistan follows Pakistan Standard Time (PST), which is UTC+5.

Time Difference

Pakistan is generally 4.5 to 7.5 hours behind Australia, depending on the specific regions in each country.

From (Australia)	To (Pakistan)	Best time in Pakistan	Best time in Australia
Canberra (AEST)	Islamabad (PKT)	9:00 am – 10:00 am	3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Perth (AWST)	Islamabad (PKT)	7:00 am – 8:00 am	1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Sydney (AEST)	Islamabad (PKT)	9:00 am – 10:00 am	3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Darwin (ACST)	Islamabad (PKT)	8:30 am – 9:30 am	2:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Melbourne(AEST)	Islamabad (PKT)	9:00 am – 10:00 am	3:00 pm – 4:00 pm

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How can I call Pakistan from Australia?

A: To call Pakistan from Australia, you need to dial the international access code (0011), followed by the country code for Pakistan (92), and then the phone number you want to call.

Q: Can I make a call from my cell phone to Pakistan?

A: Yes, you can make a call from your cell phone to Pakistan. Just follow the regular dialing instructions for calling Pakistan from Australia.

Q: How much does it cost to call Pakistan from Australia?

A: The cost of calling Pakistan from Australia will vary depending on your phone service provider. Some providers offer low rates for international calls, while others may charge a higher rate. See our rates tool to get the best rates on calls to Pakistan:

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Q: What is the country code for Pakistan?

A: The country code for Pakistan is 92.

Q: Are there any area codes I need to dial when calling Pakistan from Australia?

A: To call a landline number in Pakistan from Australia, you will need to dial the country code (92) followed by the area code and the phone number. However, if you are calling a mobile phone number, you do not need to dial an area code.