How to Call United Arab Emirates from United States
Calling United Arab Emirates from United States: 011 971 [local number].
United Arab Emirates Country Code: +971
Quick answer
To call United Arab Emirates from United States, dial 011, then 971, then the local number without leading zeros. Example: 011 971 50 123 4567. Calls cost from ~$0.73 per minute with CallTuv.
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Dialing format
011 971 50 123 4567
Exit code • Country code • Local number
Exit code
011
United States's international dialing prefix
Country code
+971
United Arab Emirates's international calling code
Local number
50 123 4567
Enter the local number without the country code
Browser format
+971 50 123 4567
Use this format inside CallTuv
Whether you’re calling family, friends, or business contacts, knowing how to call United Arab Emirates correctly helps your conversation start smoothly. This guide covers the essential dialing steps, including country and area codes that are easy to miss. By the end, you’ll be ready to connect confidently with anyone in United Arab Emirates - whether you’re calling Abu Dhabi or anywhere else.
Step-by-Step Dialing Guide
Follow these simple steps to make a call to United Arab Emirates from United States
Dial the exit code for United States
Start by dialing 011 (or use + on mobile). This is the international dialing prefix for United States.
Add United Arab Emirates's country code
Dial the country code +971 for United Arab Emirates.
Enter the local phone number
Dial the local phone number in United Arab Emirates (typically 8-10 digits, without any leading zeros).
Complete dialing format
Full format: 011 971 [local number] - For example: 011 971 612 345 678
HOW TO CALL
International Dialing Format
CallTuv Format
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Calling Code
+971
Cost to Call United Arab Emirates
~$0.73/min landline, ~$0.60/min mobile
Capital of United Arab Emirates
Abu Dhabi
Region
Asia (Western Asia)
Currency of United Arab Emirates
United Arab Emirates dirham (د.إ)
United Arab Emirates Time Zones
UTC+04:00
Current time
Your time
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United Arab Emirates is --
Exit Code in United States
011 (dial 011 (or + from mobile))
Route Dialing Pattern
011 971 50 123 4567
Best Calling Window (Origin Time)
17:00-23:59 and 00:00-02:00
City & Area Codes for United Arab Emirates
| City / Region | Area Code |
|---|---|
| Abu Dhabi | 971-2 |
| Ajman | 971-6 |
| Al Ain | 971-3 |
| Aweir | 971-58 |
| Dhayd | 971-6 |
| Dibba | 971-9 |
| Dubai | 971-4 |
| Falaj-al-Moalla | 971-6 |
| Fujairah | 971-70 |
| Khawanij | 971-48 |
| Ras-al-Khaimah | 971-77 |
| Sharjah | 971-6 |
| Tarif | 971-88 |
| Umm-al-Qaiwain | 971-6 |
International Calling to United Arab Emirates: FAQs
How do I call United Arab Emirates from United States?
To call United Arab Emirates from United States, dial the exit code 011, followed by the country code +971, then the phone number. For example, to call the number 50 123 4567, you would dial: 011 971 50 123 4567.
What is the country calling code for United Arab Emirates when calling from United States?
The country calling code for United Arab Emirates is +971. To call United Arab Emirates from United States, dial +971 followed by the local phone number.
How do I make cheap calls to United Arab Emirates when calling from United States?
To make affordable calls to United Arab Emirates from United States, use CallTuv's browser-based calling service. Simply dial +971 followed by the local number. No app download required, and calls start at ~$0.73 per minute.
How much does it cost to call United Arab Emirates when calling from United States?
Calls to United Arab Emirates cost ~$0.73 per minute to landlines and ~$0.60 per minute to mobiles with CallTuv, billed per minute with no subscription.View rates for United Arab Emirates →
Can I use + instead of the exit code when calling United Arab Emirates?
Yes. On mobile phones and in CallTuv, you can usually use +971 instead of dialing 011 971. The plus sign replaces the international exit code.
Should I remove leading zeros from United Arab Emirates phone numbers?
In most international dialing formats, remove the trunk prefix or leading zero before the local United Arab Emirates number, then dial +971. If the dialer shows a formatting warning, follow the corrected format before calling.
What is the best time to call United Arab Emirates from United States?
The capital-to-capital time gap is 16h destination ahead. A practical window in United States is 17:00-23:59 and 00:00-02:00 local time, which maps to standard business hours in United Arab Emirates.
