Dialing numbers in Austria from the USA is easy, if you know how to do it. For all calls to Vienna, but also for all calls to businesses in Graz, to friends in Salzburg and to family, you must dial the dialing code for Austria and the appropriate phone number.
The most crucial part to keep in mind is Austria’s country code, +43. In addition, the first zero of an Austrian phone number must be deleted for calling from the USA.
In this guide, you will learn how to call Austria from a landline or cell phone in the United States.
What Is Austria’s Country Code?
The country code of Austria is +43. It is required when dialing an Austrian telephone number from the USA.
The following are the simple dialing information:
- Exit Code: 011 (US international).
- Austria’s country code: +43
- The telephone number of Vienna: 01 or 1
International mobile numbers usually have a 6-digit prefix for the country code
For telephone calls from landlines in the USA, dial this way:
The telephone numbers in Austria are not preceded by a zero.Phone numbers in Austria do not start with a ‘0’.
It is possible to usually change the US exit code to a plus sign from a mobile phone:
Austrian telephone number without the first 0.
The leading zero is used for domestic calls within Austria. If you call another phone number from abroad, you should delete it and enter the other number.
How to Call Austria from the USA Step by Step?
Special equipment is not required for the dialing of Austria. Most landlines or mobiles phones will be fine, although international calling may have to be switched on.
To make your call, do the following:
Step 1: Enter the US Exit Code
For calls from a landline telephone in the United States, start with 011. This code is used to let the telephone network know that you wish to call internationally.
For mobile phone users, it’s usually easier to enter the plus sign (+) in place of the pound sign. Most telephones will require you to press and hold on zero to get to the zero.
Step 2: Add Austria’s Country Code
Next to the exit code, type 43 (the country code of Austria).
When dialing the number from a landline in the United States, your number will start with 011 43, and from a mobile phone, with +43.
Step 3: Remove the First Zero
In Austria, often a zero is placed before the local phone number. DO NOT dial this zero when telephoning internationally.
For example, a number written locally as 01 234 5678 becomes +43 1 234 5678.
The rule is valid for geographic numbers of the Austrian area codes and for mobile numbers.
Step 4: Call the Last Number
Enter the remaining phone number following the country code and area/code/mobile prefix.
To make a call to a Vienna landline, one could dial:
From a US landline: 011 43 1 234 5678
From a US mobile: +43 1 234 5678
This is a sample number, not an actual number to call. Please check the full number before calling.
What is the Cost of Making a Call from the USA to Austria?
The charges for calling Austria vary according to the international calling plan you have with your telephone provider, the number you are calling and the type of number you are calling.
Internet-based callers in the US may have a per-minute fee for international calls. Some provide international packages or packages that can lower the expense. The rates for calls made to Austrian mobile numbers may also be different from the rates for calls placed to Austrian landlines.
If you need to call, you should check the following:
- Calling rates for calls to Austria.
- If you’re sending international minutes you will know about it.
- If the mobile and landline rates differ.
- If more connection fees are applicable.
Whether or not international calling has an additional monthly charge.
If you are calling frequently for a short period of time, your current subscription might suffice. If you make calls to Austria frequently however, shopping around for international packages and calling via the internet may help you to keep costs under control.
Remember, just because domestic calls are free or unlimited doesn’t mean that all international calls are covered. Please read the terms carefully with your provider before you use them.
What Is the Best Time to Call Austria?
The time in Austria is Central European Time (CET) in winter and Central European Summer Time (CEST) in summer. This implies that it is usually UTC+1 during winter and UTC+2 during summer.
There is a time difference between Austria and the USA, which varies with the time of the year and the time zone in the USA. The difference in timings between both countries also means that the timing of the daylight saving time transition can vary slightly over a period of time.
When making calls to friends and family, try to make them during the day or in the early evening. Before calling for business, look at the local business hours of the person you are calling.
When setting up an important meeting, check the time ahead of it and not just the time difference which is fixed over the year.
FAQs on Austria Country Code
Q1. What is Austria’s country code?
Austria’s international telephone country code is +43. Call an Austrian cell phone or landline number from the USA with it.
Q2. What is the calling code for Austria from a cellphone in the USA?
Press +43 and then the Austrian phone number without the leading zero. For example, 0676 123 4567 becomes +43 676 123 4567.
Q3. Should I dial 011 from my cell phone?
Typically 011 can be replaced by the plus (+) sign on a mobile phone. Type in +43 and then the telephone number without the leading 0.
Q4. Is there any point in removing the leading zero when dialling Austria?
Yes. Domestic numbers are usually preceded by a zero in Austria. That is the zero that you need to remove when calling from the United States and add the country code +43.
Q5. Do I have to pay anything to call Austria?
The Internet calling application could enable free application to application (A2A) calls for both parties if they are using the same application and have internet connection. Regular Austrian phone numbers can be called at a cost.
Q6. How can I reduce the cost of calling Austria?
Compare international rates, calling packages and VoIP services, offered by your phone service provider. If both parties are able to use internet based applications, they may be appropriate for personal calls.
Final Thoughts
It is easy to call Austria from the USA considering the correct international dialing code.
Always make sure to verify the number and consult your provider’s international rates before calling. If you call to Austria often, compare calling packages, internet calling apps, and VoIP services to make sure you have one that suits your needs.
Depending on the dialing system and the type of phone call you place, you can call your relatives, friends and business associates in Austria without the added confusion and surprise of high charges.
