Need to fax internationally? This step-by-step guide covers everything: how to format the number, choose the right method, avoid the most common mistakes, and send your document across any border in minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I fax internationally?
Enter the international dialing prefix for your country (011 in the US, 00 in Europe), followed by the destination country code, then the local number without its leading zero. For example, to fax a London number from the US: 011 + 44 + 20 + local number. Online fax services like [mFax.to](https://mfax.to) simplify this — just enter the number in +[country code][area code][local] format and send.
Do I need to dial 011 when sending an international fax?
Only if you are sending from a US or Canadian fax machine. The 011 exit code is specific to North America. From Europe you dial 00, and from Australia you dial 0011. Online fax services accept the universal + prefix instead of any exit code, so you can simply enter +1, +44, +49, etc.
How much does it cost to fax internationally?
Traditional fax machines incur international phone call charges of $2–$15 per minute, making a 5-page fax easily $15–$50. Online fax services charge $0.05–$1.00 per page on a monthly plan, or around $5 flat per send with pay-per-fax options. See our [international fax rates guide](/blog/international-fax-rates/) for a full country-by-country cost breakdown.
Can I fax internationally from my phone?
Yes. Apps like mFax let you send a fax internationally from any iPhone or Android phone. Upload your document, enter the international number in +[country code][local] format, and tap Send. No fax machine or dedicated phone line required.
Do I need to remove the leading zero when dialing internationally?
Yes. The leading zero in a local area code is a domestic trunk prefix — it is not part of the actual subscriber number. When dialing internationally, always drop it. For example, London's local number 020 1234 5678 becomes +44 20 1234 5678, not +44 020 1234 5678.