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International Phone Number Registration Requirements in South Africa

Explore the requirements to register an international phone number in South Africa.

South Africa (ZA)

Locale Summary

Locale name

South Africa

ISO code

The International Organization for Standardization two character representation for the given locale.

ZA

Region

Middle East & Africa

Locale Summary

Mobile Prefixes

+2760

Toll-Free Prefixes

+27800

Local Phone Number

Requirements for Individuals

Information required

Documentation required

Acceptable Documentation

One of the following

Name

Proof of Identity

  • Government-issued ID (must include photo, full name, and identity number)

Address

Must be within locality or region covered by the phone number's prefix; a PO Box is not acceptable where a local address is required.

Proof of Local Address

  • Municipal rates or tax invoice

  • Recent telephone account statement

  • Retailer account or current television license

  • New motor vehicle license

Identity Document Number

Proof of Identity Document Number

  • Government-issued ID (must include photo, full name, and identity number)

Nationality

No documentation required

    Requirements for Businesses

    Information required

    Documentation required

    Acceptable Documentation

    One of the following

    Business Name

    Proof of Identity

    • Business registration

    • Certified photocopy of business letterhead or similar document containing the Business Registration Number

    Business Address

    Must be within locality or region covered by the phone number's prefix; a PO Box is not acceptable where a local address is required.

    Proof of Local Address

    • Bank statement

    • Municipal rates or tax invoice

    • Recent telephone account statement

    • New motor vehicle license

    Name of Authorized Representative

    Proof of Identity

    • Government-issued ID (must include photo, full name, and identity number)

    Identity Number of Authorized Representative

    Proof of Identity Number

    • Government-issued ID (must include photo, full name, and identity number)

    Nationality of Authorized Representative

    No documentation required

      Business Registration Number

      Proof of Business Registration Number

      • Business registration

      • Certified photocopy of business letterhead or similar document containing the Business Registration Number

      Mobile Phone Number

      Requirements for Individuals

      Information required

      Documentation required

      Acceptable Documentation

      One of the following

      Name

      Proof of Identity

      • Government-issued ID (must include photo, full name, and identity number)

      Address

      Must be within South Africa

      Proof of South African Address

      • Bank statement

      • Municipal rates or tax invoice

      • Recent telephone account statement

      • Retailer account or current television license

      • New motor vehicle license

      Identity Number

      Proof of Identity Number

      • Government-issued ID (must include photo, full name, and identity number)

      Nationality

      No documentation required

        Requirements for Businesses

        Information required

        Documentation required

        Acceptable Documentation

        One of the following

        Business Name

        Proof of Identity

        • Business registration

        • Certified photocopy of business letterhead or similar document containing the Business Registration Number

        Business Address

        Must be within South Africa

        Proof of South African Address

        • Bank statement

        • Municipal rates or tax invoice

        • Recent telephone account statement

        • New motor vehicle license

        Name of Authorized Representative

        Proof of Identity

        • Government-issued ID (must include photo, full name, and identity number)

        Identity Number of Authorized Representative

        Proof of Identity Number

        • Government-issued ID (must include photo, full name, and identity number)

        Nationality of Authorized Representative

        No documentation required

          Business Registration Number

          Proof of Business Registration Number

          • Business registration

          • Certified photocopy of business letterhead or similar document containing the Business Registration Number

          Toll-Free Phone Number

          Requirements for Individuals

          Information required

          Documentation required

          Acceptable Documentation

          One of the following

          Name

          Proof of Identity

          • Government-issued ID (must include photo, full name, and identity number)

          Address

          May be anywhere in the world

          Proof of Address

          • Municipal rates or tax invoice

          • Recent telephone account statement

          • Retailer account or current television license

          • New motor vehicle license

          Identity Document Number

          Proof of Identity Document Number

          • Government-issued ID (must include photo, full name, and identity number)

          Nationality

          No documentation required

            Requirements for Businesses

            Information required

            Documentation required

            Acceptable Documentation

            One of the following

            Business Name

            Proof of Identity

            • Business registration

            • Certified photocopy of business letterhead or similar document containing the Business Registration Number

            Business Address

            Must be within South Africa

            Proof of Address

            • Bank statement

            • Municipal rates or tax invoice

            • Recent telephone account statement

            • New motor vehicle license

            Name of Authorized Representative

            Proof of Identity

            • Government-issued ID (must include photo, full name, and identity number)

            Identity Number of Authorized Representative

            Proof of Identity Number

            • Government-issued ID (must include photo, full name, and identity number)

            National Phone Number

            Requirements for Individuals

            Information required

            Documentation required

            Acceptable Documentation

            One of the following

            Name

            Proof of Identity

            • Government-issued ID (must include photo, full name, and identity number)

            Address

            May be anywhere in the world

            Proof of Address

            • Municipal rates or tax invoice

            • Recent telephone account statement

            • Retailer account or current television license

            • New motor vehicle license

            Identity Document Number

            Proof of Identity Document Number

            • Government-issued ID (must include photo, full name, and identity number)

            Nationality

            No documentation required

              Requirements for Businesses

              Information required

              Documentation required

              Acceptable Documentation

              One of the following

              Business Name

              Proof of Identity

              • Business registration

              • Certified photocopy of business letterhead or similar document containing the Business Registration Number

              Business Address

              May be anywhere in the world

              Proof of Address

              • Bank statement

              • Municipal rates or tax invoice

              • Recent telephone account statement

              • New motor vehicle license

              Name of Authorized Representative

              Proof of Identity

              • Government-issued ID (must include photo, full name, and identity number)

              Identity Number of Authorized Representative

              Proof of Identity Number

              • Government-issued ID (must include photo, full name, and identity number)

              Nationality of Authorized Representative

              No documentation required

                Business Registration Number

                Proof of Business Registration Number

                • Business registration

                • Certified photocopy of business letterhead or similar document containing the Business Registration Number

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                What Are the Fees for International
                Phone Numbers?

                See registration fees and ongoing monthly charges by country.

                Frequently Asked Questions

                What are international phone numbers in DialLink?

                International phone numbers are numbers assigned in countries outside of the US. They help establish a local presence in foreign markets by allowing customers to call a familiar local number, even if it’s routed to your main office or remote teams elsewhere.

                How do I get an international phone number with DialLink?

                International phone numbers with DialLink can be requested after you’ve signed up for a paid plan by submitting a support ticket.

                Registration requirements vary by country and may include proof of local presence or other documentation. To understand what’s required in each country, please review our international phone number registration requirements page. Our team will guide you through the process to help ensure compliance with local regulations.

                Please note that registration timelines and approval processes are governed by local authorities and are outside of DialLink’s control.

                To see which countries and phone number types are supported, as well as the applicable registration and monthly fees, refer to the fees table on this page. You can search the table by country to find the information relevant to your needs.

                International phone numbers are not available during the free trial period.

                What are the registration and ongoing fees for international phone numbers?

                Fees vary by country. Each international phone number has a one-time $20 registration fee. Recurring charges vary by country and are billed monthly or annually, depending on your DialLink subscription plan. For full details, refer to our international phone number fees page.
                All prices are in USD. Taxes and applicable fees are added at checkout.

                What are the rates for international calling and texting?

                Rates vary based on the destination country and where you’re calling or texting from. Visit our international calling and texting rates page to view detailed pricing.

                Are calls within countries outside the US and Canada included in my DialLink subscription?

                No. Calls and SMS within countries outside the US and Canada are not included in your subscription and are billed as metered usage. For example, a call placed from a German phone number to another German phone number is billed separately based on the applicable per-minute rates and the call duration.