Australian Virtual Phone Number
Get a local +61 number for Australia and route it anywhere — mobile, desk phone or IVR. No hardware, no local office required in most cases.
A Australian virtual phone number is a +61 number that is not tied to a physical phone line. Calls route over the internet to whichever device you choose, so your customers in Australia dial a local number while your team answers from anywhere.
Why use a Australian number?
Australian buyers show a strong preference for local numbers, and 1800 toll-free is well established for national customer service lines.
The practical benefit is answer rate. People are measurably more likely to answer, and to call back, a number that looks local to them than an international one — which is the whole reason this category exists.
What you can get in Australia
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Country code | +61 |
| Number types | Local geographic, Toll-free (1800) |
| Coverage | Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide |
| Porting | Free, subject to provider and number type |
| Included | HD voice, IVR, call routing, recording, voicemail-to-email |
Requirements and restrictions
ACMA administers the numbering plan. Geographic numbers are tied to their state area code, so a Sydney 02 number is not interchangeable with a Melbourne 03 number.
We would rather tell you a number is not available than take an order we cannot fulfil. Numbering rules differ substantially between countries, and a provider that claims every market is equally easy is not being straight with you.
Frequently asked questions
How do I get a Australian virtual phone number?
Choose Australia during signup, select an available +61 number, and route it to any device — desk phone, mobile app or softphone. ACMA administers the numbering plan. Geographic numbers are tied to their state area code, so a Sydney 02 number is not interchangeable with a Melbourne 03 number.
Do I need an office in Australia to get a number?
ACMA administers the numbering plan. Geographic numbers are tied to their state area code, so a Sydney 02 number is not interchangeable with a Melbourne 03 number.
What does a Australian virtual number cost?
Numbers are included with Salamtalk plans at $15, $25 and $40 per user per month, with a 14-day free trial. Per-minute charges apply to outbound calls based on destination; Australia rates are confirmed before you order.
Can I forward calls from my +61 number anywhere?
Yes. Calls to your Australian number can ring a mobile, a desk phone, a softphone or a full IVR menu anywhere in the world. The caller pays their normal domestic rate to reach you.
Can I send SMS from a Australian number?
SMS availability depends on the number type and local regulation, and it is not universal across markets. We confirm whether SMS is supported on the specific +61 range you are ordering rather than assuming it is.
Can I port an existing Australian number?
In most cases yes, and porting is free with Salamtalk. Portability depends on your current provider and the number type. Send us the number and we will confirm before you commit to anything.
Virtual numbers in other countries
- Singapore virtual phone number +65
- Hong Kong virtual phone number +852
- UAE virtual phone number +971
- Canadian virtual phone number +1
- UK virtual phone number +44
- German virtual phone number +49
See global numbers for the full international directory, or US local numbers by area code if you need a North American presence.
Check Australian number availability
Tell us the city and number type you need and we will confirm what is available and what the requirements are before you order.