How to Call Taiwan from Australia (+886 Dial Guide)

If you're trying to reach someone in Taiwan, getting the dial structure right matters.

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

To Call Taiwan from Australia, Dial:

+[country_code] [area_code] [local_number]

Example:

If someone gives you: (02) 1234 5678

Dial: +886 2 1234 5678

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

When calling Taiwan internationally, you must remove the leading zero from the start of the local phone number. For example, a Taipei number written as (02) XXXX XXXX becomes +886 2 XXXX XXXX, and a mobile number written as 09XX XXX XXX becomes +886 9XX XXX XXX.

What Is the Taiwan Country Code?

The country code for Taiwan is +886.

Step-by-Step Dial Format (From Australia)

1. Dial + (or 0011)

2. Dial 886

3. Dial the area code (without the leading '0')

4. Dial the local number

Full format: +886 [area_code] [local_number]

Or using Australia's exit code: 0011 886 [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 Taiwan Expensive?

International calls can become expensive if your plan charges per minute.

All E.Tel mobile plans include international minutes to call Taiwan 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 Taiwan

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 Taiwan regularly, a mobile plan with included international minutes is usually the simplest option.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Taiwan country code?

The country code for Taiwan is +886.

How do I call Taiwan from Australia?

Dial +886 followed by the area code and local number. You can also use 0011 instead of +. Remember to remove the leading '0' from the local number.

Do mobile numbers use a different format?

Yes. When dialling a Taiwanese mobile number from overseas, you remove the leading '0' and dial +886 followed by the remaining 9 digits, which will start with a 9 (e.g., +886 9XX XXX XXX).

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 Taiwan from Australia: +886 [area_code] [local_number]

With the right structure and plan, international calls don't need to be stressful.

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