Call Rates to South Africa
Current eFon rates for calls to South Africa. Compare mobile and landline destinations below.
Make cheap international calls to South Africa with eFon — the country dialing code is +27. The capital of South Africa is Pretoria, in Southern Africa. Call mobiles and landlines and stay close to South African family and friends at low per-minute rates, with no subscription and no connection fees.
| Destination | Price per minute |
|---|---|
| South Africa, landline | 0.10 $/min |
| South Africa, Vng | 0.15 $/min |
| South Africa, CELL C, mobile | 0.14 $/min |
| South Africa, MTN, mobile | 0.16 $/min |
| South Africa, Others, mobile | 0.17 $/min |
| South Africa, Vodacom, mobile | 0.13 $/min |
How to call South Africa with eFon
Dial +27 · local number
Calling South Africa with eFon is easy. Open eFon — International calls, top up once, and dial at low per-minute rates. Reach friends and family in Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban, Soweto, Pretoria and anywhere else in South Africa. The app keeps a stable connection and clear sound quality so you stay close to your loved ones abroad.
How to call Pretoria
For example, a mobile number looks like +27 71 123 4567,
and a landline like +27 10 123 4567.
Area codes in South Africa
Each city has its own area code — dial +27, then the city code, then the local number.
| City | Area code |
|---|---|
| Johannesburg | +27 10 |
| Durban | +27 31 |
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Calling South Africa from the UK
From a landline in the United Kingdom, dial 00 27 and then the local number — for example 00 27 71 123 4567. On a mobile just type +27 instead of the exit code. In the eFon app you simply pick South Africa from the list and enter the number.
When it's 09:00 in London, it's 10:00 in Pretoria — South Africa is 1 h ahead of the United Kingdom. Good hours to call: 08:00–20:00 London time, which is 09:00–21:00 in Pretoria.
Calls to South Africa cost the same from the UK as from anywhere else: from 0.09 €/min, no connection fee, no subscription.
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Weather in Pretoria
Right now it's 28°C (82°F) in Pretoria, South Africa — Clear sky, with winds around 9 km/h and humidity near 24%. Over the coming week, temperatures in Pretoria range from about 15°C to 33°C. Little to no rain is expected this week. Checking the local forecast helps you choose a good moment to call your loved ones there with eFon.
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Frequently asked questions
How do I call South Africa with eFon?
Download eFon, complete the quick registration and top up your balance. Then dial +27 followed by the local number to start calling South Africa at low per-minute rates.
What is the dialing code for South Africa?
The country dialing code for South Africa is +27. To reach a number in South Africa, dial +27 followed by the local phone number.
How much does it cost to call South Africa?
EFon calls to South Africa start at 0.10 $ per minute. Billing is pay-as-you-go with no connection fees — use the currency switch above the rates to see prices in your preferred currency.
Which mobile networks in South Africa can I call?
With eFon you can call mobile numbers in South Africa on networks including CELL C, MTN, Vodacom, as well as landlines.
What is the capital of South Africa?
The capital of South Africa is Pretoria, in Southern Africa. eFon connects calls to Pretoria and the rest of South Africa at the same low rates.
Which cities in South Africa can I call?
EFon reaches phones across all of South Africa. Popular places to call include Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban, Soweto, Port Elizabeth, Pietermaritzburg, as well as the capital Pretoria. Every call connects at the same low per-minute rate, to both mobiles and landlines.
How big is South Africa?
South Africa covers about 1,221,037 km² in Southern Africa, and eFon reaches every part of it at the same low per-minute rates.
What time zone is South Africa in?
South Africa is in the SAST time zone (UTC+2). Check the time difference from your own time zone so you call at a convenient hour — the clock on this page shows the current local time there.
What currency and languages are used in South Africa?
The currency of South Africa is the South African Rand (ZAR, R). Commonly spoken languages include Afrikaans, English, Southern Ndebele, Northern Sotho, Southern Sotho, Swazi, Tswana, Tsonga, Venda, Xhosa, Zulu.
Which countries border South Africa?
South Africa shares a border with Botswana, Eswatini, Lesotho, Mozambique, Namibia, Zimbabwe — you can call all of them with eFon too.
Are there any hidden fees?
No. eFon is pay-as-you-go — there is no subscription and no connection fee. You only pay the per-minute rate for the time you talk.
Where can I see all destinations?
Browse every available destination on the eFon destinations page.
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