Circles.LifeHow to call China from Australia
Published Date 2022-11-01
Written by Circles.Life
Want to know how to call China From Australia?
Here's the quick answer — to call China, you need to enter China's country code first: +86. After you enter this, click the area code in which you're calling, and then finally, the phone number to finish the call.
For example, you would dial the number +86 (10) 5555-5555 when calling a Chinese number from Australia.
However, the process is a little different if you're calling from a landline. To do this, you need to type in 0011 instead of the +.
From a landing, the number will look like this: 0011 86 10 5555-5555.
Making phone calls to other countries can be a confusing process (with a lot of numbers and symbols). Finding the country code and the area code is the easy part. But trying to remember where to add the "+" and when to add or remove zeros can be confusing.
But no need to worry! We'll tell you exactly how to call China from Australia on mobile and other lines in this article.
Keep reading to learn more.
How to Call China From Australia on Mobile
If you're using a mobile phone, reaching China is simple. Let's walk through the steps:
Open up your dial pad and enter + (on most phones, you can do this by holding the 0 key)
Enter the country code for China — (86)
Find and enter the area code for the part of China that you are trying to reach
Enter the local number for the person you are trying to call
Why do we use the "+" sign when dialling on a mobile phone? This symbol automatically tells your phone to find the correct international exit code. This is different depending on what country you are calling from.
This lets callers use the same stored number no matter what. This is nice if you're travelling, as you don't have to keep searching for new international exit codes for the country that you're in.
One more important point: don't forget to remove the first 0 if the area code or phone number begins with a 0.
Example:
When calling landline Chinese numbers from an Australian phone, you would enter:
+86 10 5555-5555
If you are calling a mobile number in China, the numbers are a bit longer. It would look like this:
+86 10 1234567-1234
How to Call China From Australia on a Landline
To call from a landline, follow these steps:
Enter the Australian exit code (0011)
Enter the country code for China — (86)
Find and enter the area code for the part of China that you are trying to reach
Enter the local number for the person you are trying to call
Again, if the area code or mobile number starts with a 0, remove that 0.
Example:
When trying to reach a landline Chinese number and are calling from an Australian landline, you would enter:
0011 86 10 5555-5555
If you are calling a mobile number in China, the numbers are a bit longer. It would look like this:
0011 86 10 1234567-1234
How Do I Dial a Chinese Number?
The first question you might be wondering is: how many digits is a China phone number?
This depends on whether you're calling a Chinese mobile phone or a China mainland phone number.
In China, mobile phone numbers are 11 digits (without the exit and country codes). These numbers always begin with the number 1. Landlines, on the other hand, are usually between 6 and 8 numbers (without the exit and country codes).
When you dial, first enter the exit code (if calling from a landline) or + (from a mobile phone), then enter 82. Next, enter the area code and phone number.
Is +86 a Chinese Number?
Yes, +86 is the China phone number code. Every country has its own country code. For Chinese numbers, 86 is the code you must use to call.
See a full list here.
How Do I Call Shenzhen, China From Australia?
To call Shenzhen, China, we need to follow the same steps we mentioned above.
To call from an Australian mobile phone, enter +86, followed by 755 (the Shenzhen city code) followed by the phone number.
Example: +86 755 1234-5678
To call from an Australian landline, enter 0011, followed by 86, followed by 755 (the Shenzhen city code) followed by the phone number.
Example: 0011 86 755 1234-5678
How Do I Call Shanghai, China From Australia?
Now let's see how to call Shanghai from Australia.
To call from an Australian mobile phone, enter +86, followed by 21 (the Shanghai city code) followed by the phone number.
Example: +86 21 1234-5678
To call from an Australian landline, enter 0011, followed by 86, followed by 21 (the Shanghai city code) followed by the phone number.
Example: 0011 86 21 1234-5678
How to Call China From Australia For Free
Calling overseas can be expensive if you don't have the right plan.
If you are constantly calling someone in China from foreign phone numbers, make sure you find a plan that lets you get unlimited international calls for just a small fee per month.
Click here to get International Standard Calls for just $5 a month!
China Dialing Codes
If you are calling China, you need to know the area code. Here's a China phone number list by city.
Here are a few of the area codes in China:
Area — Area Code
Beijing — 10
Guangzhou — 20
Jieyang — 663
Fuzhou — 591
Jiamusi — 454
Baishan — 439
Liaoyuan — 437
Zhongwei — 955
Lianyungang — 518
Click here to see a full list.
Call China Now!
That's everything you need to know about how to call China from Australia on mobile and landline.
Here's a quick recap.
To call from an Australian mobile, you need to enter + first. The numbers will look like this:
Calling a Chinese landline number from an Australian mobile: +86 10 5555-5555
Calling a Chinese mobile number from an Australian mobile: +86 10 1234567-1234
To call from an Australian landline, you need to enter 0011 first. The number will look like this:
Calling a Chinese landline number from an Australian landline: 0011 86 10 5555-5555
Calling a Chinese mobile number from an Australian landline: 0011 86 10 1234567-1234
That's it! If you make a lot of calls overseas, make sure you have the best plan to make the calls. Come check out our plans today to find the perfect one for you and your family!
Switch to Australia’s Most Trusted Mobile Plan Provider
Offer ends in
00
day
00
hr
00
min
00
sec
10GB
- Includes Data Rollover Data rollover lets you carry over any unused data at the end of the month, over to your next month.
- No-lock in contracts
- Unlimited calls and text
- International Roaming and International Dialing packs available**
$20.00
30GB
For 6 months*
- Includes Data Rollover Data rollover lets you carry over any unused data at the end of the month, over to your next month.
- No-lock in contracts
- Unlimited calls and text
- International Roaming and International Dialing packs available**
$25.00
$30.00
60GB
50GB
For 6 months*
- Includes Data Rollover Data rollover lets you carry over any unused data at the end of the month, over to your next month.
- No-lock in contracts
- Unlimited calls and text
- International Roaming and International Dialing packs available**
$35.00
$40.00
100GB
For 6 months*
- Includes Data Rollover Data rollover lets you carry over any unused data at the end of the month, over to your next month.
- No-lock in contracts
- Unlimited calls and text
- International Roaming and International Dialing packs available**
$40.00
$50.00
250GB
For 6 months*
- Includes Data Rollover Data rollover lets you carry over any unused data at the end of the month, over to your next month.
- No-lock in contracts
- Unlimited calls and text
- International Roaming and International Dialing packs available**
$65.00
$70.00
*Offer ends 16/08/2024. All for use in Australia. Personal use only and not a broadband replacement. Plans auto renew every month. Roll over your unused base data monthly and build up to a massive 500GB. Data will not expire while plan remains the same, but may be lost if plan is upgraded or downgraded. On selected plans only. T&Cs apply, refer to our Critical Information Summaries and General Terms.
**Additional charges and T&Cs apply for International Roaming and International Dialing.
Switch to Australia’s Most Trusted Mobile Plan Provider
Offer ends in
00
day
00
hr
00
min
00
sec
*Offer ends 16/08/2024. All for use in Australia. Personal use only and not a broadband replacement. Plans auto renew every month. Roll over your unused base data monthly and build up to a massive 500GB. Data will not expire while plan remains the same, but may be lost if plan is upgraded or downgraded. On selected plans only. T&Cs apply, refer to our Critical Information Summaries and General Terms.
**Additional charges and T&Cs apply for International Roaming and International Dialing.
Share
ABOUT THE ARTICLE
Published Date 2022-11-01
Written by Circles.Life
TAGS
RECOMMENDED
What to look out for in a student mobile plan
Roam with a little piece of home. Whether for business or leisure, being able to make calls, send texts, and access the internet while abroad is crucial.
Want more?
Subscribe to our newsletter and get notifications when there’s more to read!
We are Circles.Life
Acknowledgement of Country | Circles.Life acknowledges and pays respect to the past, present and future Traditional Custodians and Elders of this land where we work and live. We celebrate stories, culture and traditions of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Elders of all communities who also work and live on this land.
Acknowledgement of Country | Circles.Life acknowledges and pays respect to the past, present and future Traditional Custodians and Elders of this land where we work and live. We celebrate stories, culture and traditions of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Elders of all communities who also work and live on this land.
Plans
250GB
160GB
100GB
50GB
30GB
10GB
eSIM
International Calls
International Call Plans
Global Data Roaming
About Circles.Life
Media Centre
Network and Coverage
Customer Exclusives
Refer-a-friend
Blog
Mobile Network Coverage
Customer Support
Contact
Outage Checker
Circles Mobile App
FAQs
Report a Security Issue
How Circles Work
3G Network Switch Off
Payment Assistance Policy
Retail
Retailer sign-in
Become a retailer
Store locator
Privacy & Legal
Critical Information Summaries
Promotional T&Cs
Privacy Policy
© 2022 © Circles.Life / Circles.Asia
383 George Street, Sydney, NSW 2000