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