How to call Nepal from Australia
Dial 0011 977, then the Nepali number without its first 0.
How to Dial a Nepali Number from Australia
Every Nepali number starts with 0 when it is written in Nepal. From Australia, you replace that 0 with 0011 977.
Convert a Nepali number
Type or paste the number you were given, in any format. We show you exactly what to dial from Australia.
Dial 0011
This is the code for an international call from Australia.
Dial 977
This is the country code for Nepal.
Dial the number without its first 0
Drop the 0 from the start of the area code or mobile number, then dial the rest.
From a mobile, you can also press + instead of 0011. For the same number, dial +977 1 423 4567.
How to Call A Nepali Mobile from Australia
Nepali mobile numbers have 10 digits and start with 96, 97 or 98. Dial all 10 digits after 0011 977.
Nepali mobile numbers have no 0 in front, so there is nothing to drop.
With a phone card, a Nepali mobile costs from 16.7c a minute and a Nepali landline from 17.1c a minute.
Get Cheap Calls To Nepal
Call Nepali landlines and mobiles from any Australian mobile or landline. Pick a card, pay online and get your PIN by email.
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- 1Choose landlines or mobilesEach card has its own rate for each.
- 2Pick a cardThe list puts the cheapest card first.
- 3Pay and get your PINYour PIN is emailed after purchase.
Compare Phone Card and Mobile Plan Rates to Nepal
What it costs per minute to call a Nepali mobile at pay-as-you-go rates. A longer bar costs more.
- Super Deal phone card16.7c/min
- India Call phone card19.5c/min
- Vodafone (prepaid)25c/min
- Optus (prepaid)30c/min
- amaysim50c/min
- ALDImobile62.3c/min
- Vodafone (plan)$1.30/min
- TPG Mobile$1.30/min
- Everyday Mobile from Woolworths$1.36/min
- Telstra (plan)$1.82/min
- Optus (plan)$1.95/min
Show rates and fees as a table
| Provider | Rate per minute | Fee per call | 10-minute call |
|---|---|---|---|
| Super Deal phone card | 16.7c | None | $1.67 |
| India Call phone card | 19.5c | None | $1.95 |
| Vodafone (prepaid) | 25c | Not stated | $2.50 |
| Optus (prepaid) | 30c | Not stated | $3.00 |
| amaysim | 50c | None | $5.00 |
| ALDImobile | 62.3c | None | $6.23 |
| Vodafone (plan) | $1.30 | 28c | $13.28 |
| TPG Mobile | $1.30 | 35c | $13.35 |
| Everyday Mobile from Woolworths | $1.36 | 40c | $14.00 |
| Telstra (plan) | $1.82 | 40c | $18.60 |
| Optus (plan) | $1.95 | 35c | $19.85 |
Mobile plan prices are from each provider's website, checked 9 October 2026. Many plans also sell bundles that include Nepali calls. Prices can change, so check with the provider.
How to Call Nepal with a Phone Card
A phone card is one of the cheapest ways to call Nepal from any Australian mobile or landline. Your PIN is emailed after purchase.
Dial the access number
Call the card's local access number for your city.
Enter your PIN
Type the PIN from your email. A voice tells you how much credit you have.
Dial the Nepali number
Enter 0011 977 + the number without its first 0, then press #. The voice tells you how many minutes you have.
Talk, then hang up
To call another number, press ## instead of hanging up.
Register your phone for PINless dialling and you can skip step 2 next time.
Cheapest Rates to Call Nepal from Australia
Our cards with no connection fee and the best mix of Nepali landline and mobile rates. Rates are in Australian dollars per minute from the card's local access number.
| Card | Nepali landline | Nepali mobile |
|---|---|---|
| Super Deal | 17.1c/min | 16.7c/min |
| Cricket | 19.0c/min | 21.0c/min |
| India Call | 19.9c/min | 19.5c/min |
| Hello World | 24.2c/min | 23.7c/min |
| Asian Connection | 24.4c/min | 26.4c/min |
Rates can change. The card page always shows the current rate before you buy.
What a Nepali call costs
A 30 minute call to a Nepali landline costs about $5.13 on Super Deal. A 30 minute call to a Nepali mobile costs about $5.01.
For long calls
Some cards charge a connection fee and give a lower rate. Mr Calls costs 14.2c a minute to Nepali landlines and 13.9c a minute to Nepali mobiles, plus 89c a call. It saves money on calls longer than about 30 minutes.
See every card for Nepal
Compare all our cards for Nepali calls, cheapest first, with prices and talk time.
Nepali Area Codes
Dial these after 0011 977. They are shown without the first 0.
| City | Area code | You dial |
|---|---|---|
| Kathmandu Valley | 1 | 0011 977 1 + number |
| Pokhara | 61 | 0011 977 61 + number |
| Biratnagar | 21 | 0011 977 21 + number |
| Birgunj | 51 | 0011 977 51 + number |
| Bharatpur (Chitwan) | 56 | 0011 977 56 + number |
| Butwal | 71 | 0011 977 71 + number |
| Dharan | 25 | 0011 977 25 + number |
| Janakpur | 41 | 0011 977 41 + number |
| Nepalgunj | 81 | 0011 977 81 + number |
| Dhangadhi | 91 | 0011 977 91 + number |
Mobile numbers have no area code. Dial 0011 977, then the 10-digit mobile number.
Best Time to Call Nepal from Australia
Nepal is 2 hours 15 minutes to 5 hours 15 minutes behind Australia. The gap changes during the year because Sydney and Melbourne move their clocks for daylight saving.
| Time of year | Sydney & Melbourne | Brisbane | Perth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Early April to early October | Nepal is 4 hours 15 minutes behind | Nepal is 4 hours 15 minutes behind | Nepal is 2 hours 15 minutes behind |
| Early October to early April | Nepal is 5 hours 15 minutes behind | Nepal is 4 hours 15 minutes behind | Nepal is 2 hours 15 minutes behind |
Nepal does not use daylight saving.
Evening in Australia is a good time to call. At 7pm in Sydney, it is 1:45pm or 2:45pm in Nepal, depending on the time of year. Our rates are the same at any hour.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I call a +977 number from Australia?
Dial 0011 977, then the rest of the number. If the number is written as +977 1 423 4567, dial 0011 977 1 423 4567. From a mobile, you can dial +977 1 423 4567 as written.
Do I drop the 0 when I call Nepal from Australia?
Yes. Nepali numbers start with 0 when they are written in Nepal. Leave out that 0 after 0011 977. For example, the Kathmandu number 01 423 4567 becomes 0011 977 1 423 4567.
How do I call a Nepali mobile from Australia?
Dial 0011 977, then the 10-digit mobile number. Nepali mobiles have no 0 in front. For example, 984 123 4567 becomes 0011 977 984 123 4567.
Why can't I call Nepal from Australia?
Check three things. You dialled 0011 977 at the start. You left out the first 0 of the Nepali number. Your phone plan allows international calls.
How much does it cost to call Nepal from Australia?
On cards with no connection fee, calls to Nepali landlines start at 17.1c a minute and calls to Nepali mobiles start at 16.7c a minute. Some cards add a fee to each call. A 30 minute call to a Nepali landline costs about $5.13.
What is the time difference between Australia and Nepal?
Sydney and Melbourne are 4 hours 15 minutes to 5 hours 15 minutes ahead of Nepal, Brisbane is 4 hours 15 minutes ahead of Nepal and Perth is 2 hours 15 minutes ahead of Nepal. The gap changes with daylight saving.
Can I call other countries with the same card?
Yes. Our cards call more than 200 countries. See the cheapest rates for each one on our cheap international calls page.
