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🇦🇺Can a Foreigner Get a Phone Number in Australia?
Yes, with documents. Australia (+61) numbers are available to non-residents, but the local carrier requires documents before an Australia mobile number goes live — proof of address, an address in Australia, an online carrier identity check, list of in-service australian mobile numbers (purchaser disclosure), purchaser or service activator confirmation (au mobile) and end user date of birth (iso 8601 format). You do not need to be a resident or a citizen, and DialAnyone verifies your identity once as well. The number handles both calls and SMS, including most verification codes. Choose an Australia mobile number for SMS; Australia local and toll-free numbers are voice-only.
What you need to hold a Australia mobile number
| Requirement | Australia |
|---|---|
| Residency in Australia | Not required |
| Citizenship | Not required |
| A local SIM card | Not required |
| Identity verification with DialAnyone | Required once per account. Online, with a government photo ID and a selfie, a few minutes. |
| Government-issued ID copy | Not required |
| Proof of address (utility bill or invoice) | Required by the carrier |
| Address | An address in Australia |
| Carrier identity check (online) | A short online ID check with the local carrier after ordering |
| Business documents | Not required |
| List of In-Service Australian Mobile Numbers (Purchaser Disclosure) | Required by the carrier |
| Purchaser or Service Activator Confirmation (AU Mobile) | Required by the carrier |
| End User Date of Birth (ISO 8601 Format) | Required by the carrier |
| Receives SMS / verification codes | Yes |
Activates after the carrier approves your documents, usually within a few business days. Availability last verified 2026-09-09.
What to do next
Create an account, verify your identity, and have your ID and proof of address ready as files — the carrier reviews them after you order, and the number goes live once approved.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a foreigner get a phone number in Australia?â–¼
Yes. Australia numbers are available to non-residents once the carrier has proof of address, an address in Australia, an online carrier identity check, list of in-service australian mobile numbers (purchaser disclosure), purchaser or service activator confirmation (au mobile) and end user date of birth (iso 8601 format). Citizenship and residency are not required.
What documents do I need?â–¼
A one-time identity verification with DialAnyone (government photo ID and a selfie, online), and for an Australia mobile number the carrier also asks for: proof of address (utility bill or invoice), an address in australia, carrier identity check (online), list of in-service australian mobile numbers (purchaser disclosure), purchaser or service activator confirmation (au mobile), end user date of birth (iso 8601 format). Activates after the carrier approves your documents, usually within a few business days.
Do I need a local address or proof of residency?â–¼
An address in Australia is required by the carrier, with a recent utility bill or invoice as proof. Residency status itself is not checked.
Can the number receive SMS and verification codes?â–¼
Yes. The number receives text messages and most one-time verification codes, readable in your browser or the mobile app. Choose an Australia mobile number for SMS; Australia local and toll-free numbers are voice-only. Some services block all virtual numbers, so delivery is not guaranteed from every sender.
How much does an Australia number cost?â–¼
A small monthly rental for the number, plus per-minute calling and per-message texting billed from a prepaid credit balance. There is no contract and no monthly minimum. Signing up is free and needs no credit card.
Do I need to visit Australia to get the number?â–¼
No. The whole process is online and the number is delivered to your account. You never handle a SIM card and you do not need to travel.
Can I keep my existing phone number as well?â–¼
Yes. A virtual number is additional — it rings in your browser or the DialAnyone app alongside whatever SIM is in your phone. Nothing about your existing line changes.
What happens to the number if I stop paying?â–¼
It returns to the carrier pool and can be reissued to someone else. Anything still pointing at it, including two-factor codes, goes with it — so move those before you let a number lapse.
Further reading
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