To fax Canada from the US, use 1 plus the 10-digit number, just like a long-distance call. For Australia, use +61 (or 011 61 from a US fax machine) and drop the leading 0 of the area code. For New Zealand, use +64 and drop the leading 0. Online fax services usually want the full "+" format.
Faxing a visa form to Australia, a signed contract to a client in Toronto, or medical records to a clinic in Auckland? The hardest part is usually the number format. Here's exactly what to enter, with examples.
How do I fax Canada from the US?
Canada and the US share the same phone numbering system, the North American Numbering Plan (NANP). It uses country code 1 and 10-digit numbers: a 3-digit area code plus a 7-digit local number (NANPA). The FCC explains that calling Canada works "the same as the procedure for making a domestic long distance call. Simply dial 1, the area code, and the number" (FCC). Fax works the same way.
- From a US fax machine: 1 + area code + number (for example, 1 416 555 0123 for Toronto).
- In an online fax service: +1 416 555 0123.
You don't need 011 to reach Canada.
How do I fax Australia from the US?
Australia's country code is 61. Australian numbers are usually written with a leading 0 on the area code (for example, 02 for Sydney). When you dial from abroad, you drop that 0. According to the FCC, to call another country from the US, you "dial 011, and then the code for the country you are calling, the area or city code, and the phone number" (FCC).
| Written in Australia | From a US fax machine | In an online fax service |
|---|---|---|
| (02) 5550 1234 (Sydney) | 011 61 2 5550 1234 | +61 2 5550 1234 |
| (03) 5550 1234 (Melbourne) | 011 61 3 5550 1234 | +61 3 5550 1234 |
| (07) 5550 1234 (Brisbane) | 011 61 7 5550 1234 | +61 7 5550 1234 |
| (08) 5550 1234 (Perth, Adelaide) | 011 61 8 5550 1234 | +61 8 5550 1234 |
How do I fax New Zealand from the US?
New Zealand's country code is 64. Like Australia, New Zealand area codes start with a 0 that you drop when dialing from abroad.
| Written in New Zealand | From a US fax machine | In an online fax service |
|---|---|---|
| (09) XXX XXXX (Auckland) | 011 64 9 XXX XXXX | +64 9 XXX XXXX |
| (04) XXX XXXX (Wellington) | 011 64 4 XXX XXXX | +64 4 XXX XXXX |
| (03) XXX XXXX (Christchurch) | 011 64 3 XXX XXXX | +64 3 XXX XXXX |
All example numbers in this guide are fictional. The 555-01XX numbers are reserved for fictional use across the NANP (NANPA), and the Australian 5550 numbers are set aside by the regulator ACMA (ACMA). New Zealand has no official range for fictional numbers, so the "X" digits are placeholders. Always copy the real number from the recipient's letterhead, website, or email.
What does "+" mean in a fax number?
The "+" is a placeholder for the international access code of the country you're dialing from. After it come the country code and the national number, following the international numbering plan ITU-T E.164, which the NANP also conforms to (ITU, NANPA). Writing numbers this way means anyone, anywhere, can dial them correctly:
- From the US or Canada, "+" means 011 (FCC; CNAC).
- From Australia, "+" means 0011, the international direct dial access code in Australia's Telecommunications Numbering Plan 2025 (Federal Register of Legislation).
- From New Zealand, "+" means 00, the international access code in the New Zealand numbering rules (NAD Rules).
Online fax services handle this for you. Just enter the "+" number.
How do I fax from Australia or New Zealand to the US?
It works in reverse. The US country code is 1, and the US area code doesn't start with 0, so nothing is dropped.
- From an Australian fax machine: 0011 1 + area code + number.
- From a New Zealand fax machine: 00 1 + area code + number.
- In an online fax service: +1 + area code + number.
How much does it cost to fax Australia, Canada, or New Zealand?
With many fax services and phone carriers, these are international destinations, which can mean higher rates. With sendfaxfast.com, the US, Canada (+1), Australia (+61), and New Zealand (+64) all have the same price. A fax from New York to Melbourne costs the same as one from New York to Boston.
| Fax type | Pages | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Short fax | 1–5 | $2.49 |
| Long fax | 6–20 | $3.49 |
| XL fax | 21–40 | $4.99 |
| XL Fax Plus | 41–100 | from $6.24 |
Prices per fax as of October 2026, the same for the US & Canada (+1), Australia (+61), New Zealand (+64), and 39 more supported countries. XL Fax Plus costs $4.99 plus $1.25 for each started 10 pages beyond 40. Maximum 100 pages per fax. Single faxes need no account and no subscription.
There's no account and no subscription. You pay per fax.
How do I send the fax step by step?
- Get the correct fax number and convert it to "+" format (see the tables above).
- Prepare a PDF. Scan paper with your phone. See How to fax from your iPhone.
- Count your pages, including any cover sheet.
- Go to sendfaxfast.com, enter the number, upload, and pay for that one fax.
- Confirm receipt for anything important. See How do I know my fax went through?
Tips for faxing across time zones
- Australia and New Zealand are many hours ahead of the US. Morning in New York is late night in Sydney. Faxes can arrive at any hour, but if the office turns off its machine at night or you need a quick reply, plan for their business hours.
- Paper sizes differ. Australia and New Zealand use A4; the US and Canada mostly use Letter. A PDF in either size will normally fax fine, but check that nothing is cut off at the edges.
- Spelling and date formats differ. Australians and New Zealanders write dates as day/month/year. On forms and cover sheets, writing the month as a word ("4 October 2026") avoids confusion.
Frequently asked questions
Is faxing to Canada from the US an international fax?
From a dialing point of view, no: you dial 1 plus the number, as the FCC explains. With sendfaxfast.com, Canadian (+1) numbers also cost the same as US numbers.
Do I drop the 0 when faxing to Australia?
Yes. An Australian number written as (02) 5550 1234 becomes +61 2 5550 1234 when dialed from another country.
What is the international dialing code from the US?
011. To fax Australia from a US fax machine, dial 011 61, then the number without the leading 0.
Can I fax a mobile number in Australia or New Zealand?
Faxes need to go to a fax line. A regular mobile phone can't receive a fax. Ask the recipient for a fax number or another way to send the document.
How much does it cost to fax to other countries?
With sendfaxfast.com, 39 more countries beyond the US, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand have the same price: $2.49 for 1–5 pages, $3.49 for 6–20, $4.99 for 21–40, and from $6.24 for 41–100 pages. A few destinations aren't supported, and the site tells you before you pay.