Virtual phone numbers from South Africa
Grab a South Africa "phone number" for just $2.95 local or $19.95 toll-free.
We've got you covered with 19 city prefixes, SMS-enabled mobile numbers, and toll-free options.
Use any device or software
Any device can be used to make and receive calls with your FlyNumber.
- Any SIP or VoIP app on iOS or Android
- Mac, PC, or Linux computer
- Desktop office phone
- Any regular phone number (to receive calls)
- Any VoIP solution (e.g. Asterisk, 3CX, 3rd party VoIP)
Choose from 4 powerful ways to use your FlyNumber
1.) Use FlyNumber SIP to make and receive calls
- Make and receive calls with your South Africa number in any SIP calling app from the app stores — Zoiper, Groundwire, Linphone and more — or on a desk phone. We help you set it up.
- Incoming calls are included in the number's monthly rate; outgoing calls are billed per minute from your prepaid balance, with your South Africa FlyNumber as the caller ID.
- Register up to 5 devices, with voicemail built in.
- Pick your own South Africa number when ordering — search by digits or letters.
2.) Forward the South Africa phone calls to any standard phone number worldwide
- For a low per min rate you can forward the South Africa calls to any regular phone number in the world.
- You'll see the caller ID of the person calling your South Africa FlyNumber on the phone you're forwarding to.
- Change the forwarding number anytime via the FlyNumber panel.
- Consider our optional cloud phone system to enhance call forwarding options.
3.) Set the South Africa number directly to VoIP
- Set the South Africa number directly to a SIP/VoIP address.
- We'll send the South Africa calls to a VoIP destination for free (unlimited minutes).
- High level call logs to help diagnose/debug any issues.
- Use any 3rd party VoIP provider or your own PBX system (Asterisk, FreePBX, 3CX, etc.)
- In your FlyNumber panel this is the Forward to SIP / VoIP Address option.
4.) Use our (optional) cloud phone system
- An optional add-on: a full-featured cloud phone system for a flat $14.95 per month, covering your whole account.
- Add routing logic to your South Africa FlyNumber — voice menus (IVR), ring groups, business hours, call recording, and up to 30 users.
- Quickly and easily configure the call flow on a digital grid type canvas.
- Outgoing calls from the phone system use the same per-minute rates from your prepaid balance.
- Usually you don't need it — one person with a softphone is better served by FlyNumber SIP.
Note
Switch between them any time from your FlyNumber panel. A fifth setting, Park the Number, stops the number ringing anywhere (callers hear busy) with no call charges.
FlyNumber’s stand-out features
- FlyNumber charges per phone number, not per user, making it cost-effective for managing multiple lines.
- Own your South Africa phone number, with easy porting in and out options.
- Unlimited incoming VoIP calls to your South African number, keeping you connected without limits.
- Use the account panel anytime to change forwarding settings swiftly.
Registration Requirements
- Local
Personal: Full name, contact number, and passport or South African ID. Business: Same plus company name and incorporation certificate. Address must match the number's city/area, with proof of address less than 6 months old.
- Mobile
Personal: Full name, contact number, and passport or ID. Business: Same plus company name and incorporation certificate. Recent utility bill and address required (can be anywhere in the world).
- National
Personal: Full name, contact number, and passport or South African ID. Business: Same plus company name and incorporation certificate. Address (anywhere in the world) and utility bill less than 6 months old required.
- Toll-free
Personal: Full name, contact number, and passport or South African ID. Business: Same plus company name and incorporation certificate. Address (anywhere in the world) and utility bill less than 6 months old required.
Porting Your Existing Number to FlyNumber
Already have a South African phone number? You can transfer (port) it to FlyNumber and keep using the same number with all our features.
We support porting for local, national, and toll-free South African numbers. You'll typically need:
- A recent invoice from your current phone provider
- Valid ID (passport or South African ID)
- For business numbers: company documents plus ID of the person signing
- Proof of address matching your number's area (for local numbers)
When you're ready, submit the request from your FlyNumber panel — download the LOA there, then upload the signed LOA and a recent bill. We handle the carrier side and keep you posted. Porting South African numbers to FlyNumber is free.
Interested in porting? Learn more about porting or get in touch and we'll guide you through it.
Example use cases
Marketing campaign tracking
Assign different numbers to different ad campaigns. Track which ads drive the most calls in Cape Town, Johannesburg, or other areas.
Real estate lead management
Use a virtual number on property listings in Sandton or Camps Bay. Manage and record incoming calls from potential buyers.
Gumtree privacy
Selling items online? Keep your personal number private while still being reachable by buyers.
South African diaspora
Living abroad? Let family in Durban or Johannesburg call a local number without international fees.
Small business professional image
Get a professional business line without expensive phone systems. Perfect for freelancers and startups.
Call like a local, pay like a local
In many cases if you make outgoing calls to a South Africa phone number using a South Africa FlyNumber as the caller-ID the rate is significantly cheaper.
- The rate is sometimes 10x cheaper so if you call a certain country often, it pays to get a FlyNumber from there.
- Anytime you make outgoing calls with FlyNumber (via FlyNumber SIP or the optional phone system) there is a low per minute rate.
- You can make outgoing calls with FlyNumber SIP or from the optional phone system.
- More details on the phone system billing can be found in our docs.
General technical details on South Africa numbers
- Country code is +27; standard format is 10 digits.
- Local dialing omits +27; uses a 0 prefix.
- Started with 7-digit numbers; expanded to 9 in 1990s.
- Area codes are part of the 10-digit format.
FAQs
Can I use a South African FlyNumber to receive calls on my local number while traveling?
Yes, you can forward your South African FlyNumber to any standard phone number globally. The original caller's ID will be shown on forwarded calls, enhancing communication while you're on the move.
What benefits does the South African cloud-based phone system provide for businesses?
The cloud phone system for South Africa offers day/time-based call routing, IVR menus, and call recording. It allows businesses to handle calls more effectively and can present the South African FlyNumber as the outgoing caller ID.
Is it possible to use my existing VoIP provider with a South African FlyNumber?
You can send calls from your South African FlyNumber to any third-party VoIP provider. Use it with solutions supporting the SIP protocol, including on-premise systems like FreePBX or Asterisk.
How can a South African virtual number improve communication within the country?
A South African virtual number can route calls to various destinations, including VoIP or local numbers, ensuring you stay connected with clients and partners no matter where you are.
What features are available for managing a South African FlyNumber via the cloud phone system?
The hosted phone system allows you to create SIP accounts, block numbers, and monitor call logs. You can adjust call flows easily on a digital grid, making it ideal for dynamic business environments in South Africa.
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