How to Call Austria
From the UK
Reach Austria (+43) from United Kingdom straight in your browser. Outbound calls need no phone number, and you only add one when you also want to receive calls.
Product facts
- Outbound: No dedicated number required.
- Inbound: Requires US/Canada digital number ($2.14 to $5/month).
- No apps: Works in Chrome, Safari, Edge, Firefox.
Product facts: Calling Austria
- Outbound calling: Place calls to Austria (+43) instantly. No dedicated number required.
- Inbound calling: To receive calls in your browser, a unique US or Canada digital number is required ($2.14 to $5/month).
- No apps needed: Works entirely in Chrome, Safari, Edge, or Firefox.
Step-by-Step: Calling Austria from UK
Follow this simple guide to connect to any Austrian landline or mobile from the United Kingdom.
UK Exit Code
Dial 00. This is the standard exit code for calling internationally from the UK and Europe.
(Or just hold '0' to get '+' on mobile)
Austria Code (+43)
Dial +43. This connects your call to the Austrian telecom network.
Area Code & Number
Dial the city code or mobile prefix.Important: Drop the leading zero!
The "Drop the Zero" Rule
Austrian area codes start with '0' (e.g., 01 for Vienna). When calling from the UK, you must remove this zero.
Austrian City Codes
Common area codes for major cities. Remember to drop the '0' when dialing from the UK.
| City | Region | Area Code |
|---|---|---|
| Vienna (Wien) | Vienna | 01 |
| Graz | Styria | 0316 |
| Linz | Upper Austria | 0732 |
| Salzburg | Salzburg | 0662 |
| Innsbruck | Tyrol | 0512 |
| City | Region | Area Code |
|---|---|---|
| Klagenfurt | Carinthia | 0463 |
| Villach | Carinthia | 04242 |
| Wels | Upper Austria | 07242 |
| Sankt Pölten | Lower Austria | 02742 |
| Dornbirn | Vorarlberg | 05572 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the dialing code for Austria from the UK?
The dialing code is +43. You dial 00 (UK exit code), then 43, then the area code (without the leading zero), and finally the number.
How do I call an Austrian mobile from the UK?
Austrian mobile numbers typically start with 06 (e.g., 0664, 0699). To call from the UK, dial +43 followed by the mobile prefix without the zero. Example: +43 664 123 4567.
Is it expensive to call Austria from my UK mobile?
Yes, unless you have a specific international add-on, networks like EE, O2, and Vodafone charge high rates for calls to Europe. StartACall offers a much cheaper alternative using VoIP.
What is the area code for Vienna?
The area code for Vienna is 01. When calling from the UK, you dial +43 1 followed by the local number.
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