How to Call
New Zealand from USA
Calling New Zealand from United States normally means dialing 011 then +64 before the local number. StartACall places the call from your browser instead, with no app to install and no SIM card to swap.
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.
4 Steps to Call New Zealand from USA
Follow this simple sequence to connect to any Kiwi number.
Exit Code
Dial 011 to exit the US telephone system.
Country Code
Dial 64 to connect to New Zealand.
Area Code
Dial the 1-digit city code (drop the 0).
Number
Dial the 7-digit local subscriber number.
The "Drop the Zero" Rule
NZ area codes (like 09 for Auckland) and mobile prefixes (like 021) always start with '0'. When calling from the USA, you must remove this leading zero.
New Zealand Area Codes List
Find the correct area code for major NZ cities.
| City | Island | Code |
|---|---|---|
| Auckland | North Island | 09 |
| Wellington | North Island | 04 |
| Christchurch | South Island | 03 |
| Hamilton | North Island | 07 |
| Dunedin | South Island | 03 |
| City | Island | Code |
|---|---|---|
| Tauranga | North Island | 07 |
| Napier/Hastings | North Island | 06 |
| Palmerston North | North Island | 06 |
| Nelson | South Island | 03 |
| Invercargill | South Island | 03 |
Time Difference Alert
New Zealand is 16 to 19 hours ahead of the USA.
Tip: Calling in the US afternoon/evening usually reaches NZ in the morning of the next day.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the exit code for USA?
The exit code for the USA is 011. You must dial this first for any international call made from a US landline or mobile carrier. If you use StartACall, you can simply use the + symbol.
How do I call Auckland from USA?
To call Auckland, dial 011 (exit code) + 64 (country code) + 9 (Auckland area code without the 0) + the 7-digit local number.
Do I need to dial 0 before the area code?
No. While NZ area codes are written with a leading zero (e.g., 09, 04, 03), you must drop this zero when calling from overseas.
Can I call NZ mobile phones?
Yes. New Zealand mobile numbers start with 02 (e.g., 021, 027). To call them from the US, dial 011 + 64 + 2X XXX XXXX.
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