How to Fax to India (2026): +91 Number Format, Costs, and Tips

Faxing to India is mainly about formatting the number correctly with +91 and dropping the leading 0 in the area code. Here are clear examples (Delhi/Mumbai) and quick troubleshooting steps.

Correct Number Format (India)

Country code: +91
Drop the leading 0 from the area code
Example (Delhi): Local 011 2345 6789 → +91 11 2345 6789
Example (Mumbai): Local 022 2345 6789 → +91 22 2345 6789

Codes: International Country Codes

Costs

Traditional: $2–$15/min
Online: $0.05–$1/page
Simple: Onetime Fax — $5 for up to 100 pages

Best Time to Send

India business hours: 9:00–18:00 IST

Common Destinations

Hospitals and insurers
Universities and registrars
Legal offices and courts
Government departments

Tips & Troubleshooting

Ensure +91 and correct area code
Use PDF (300 DPI) with black text on white
Retry during business hours if busy
See: International Guide, Troubleshooting

Send a fax to India — $5 flat

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I drop the leading 0 when faxing to India?

Yes. When you add +91, you typically remove the leading 0 used in local dialing (011… becomes +91 11…).

What’s India’s country code?

India’s country code is +91.

Why is my fax to India failing?

Double-check the number format (especially the leading 0) and retry during Indian business hours if the line is busy.