How to Call Algeria from Australia (+213 Dial Guide)

International calls can feel confusing at first, especially when country codes and exit numbers are involved.

Whether you're calling family, friends, or business contacts, this guide keeps it simple.

To Call Algeria from Australia, Dial:

+213 [area_code] [local_number]

Example:

If someone gives you: 021 123 4567

Dial: +213 21 123 4567

If the number is written with brackets, ignore the brackets and dial the digits only.

When calling Algeria, you must remove the leading zero from the local phone number. Algerian numbers are often written with a '0' at the start (e.g., 021 xxx xxxx), but this '0' is only used for domestic calls within Algeria. For international calls, you must drop it.

What Is the Algeria Country Code?

The country code for Algeria is +213.

Step-by-Step Dial Format (From Australia)

1. Dial + (or 0011)

2. Dial 213

3. Dial the area code (without the leading zero)

4. Dial the local number

Full format: +213 [area_code] [local_number]

Or using Australia's exit code: 0011 213 [area_code] [local_number]

+ vs 0011 — What's the Difference?

The + symbol works globally and is the recommended method. The 0011 exit code works specifically when dialling from Australia. Either format will connect your call.

Is Calling Algeria Expensive?

Without included international minutes, calls are usually billed per minute.

All E.Tel mobile plans include international minutes to call Algeria directly from your mobile — 100, 200, or 300 minutes depending on your plan. No per-minute fee within your allowance, and predictable monthly billing.

Cheapest Way to Call Algeria

There are three main options:

Internet calling apps — free or low cost but require a stable data connection.

Standard international dialling — reliable but billed per minute without an included allowance.

Mobile plan with included international minutes — best for regular callers who want simplicity and cost control.

If you call Algeria regularly, a mobile plan with included international minutes is usually the simplest option.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Algeria country code?

The country code for Algeria is +213.

How do I call Algeria from Australia?

Dial +213 followed by the area code and local number. You must remove the leading '0' from the Algerian number. You can also use 0011 instead of +.

Do mobile numbers use a different format?

No, the international dialling format is the same for both landlines and mobiles. Dial +213 and then the 9-digit mobile number, making sure to remove the leading '0' if it is present. Algerian mobile numbers typically start with a 5, 6, or 7.

Can I use + instead of 0011?

Yes. The + symbol works globally and is the preferred method. 0011 is Australia's exit code and works the same way.

Summary

To call Algeria from Australia: +213 [area_code] [local_number]

Knowing the correct country code makes overseas communication far easier.

Before making frequent international calls, check if your plan includes international minutes.