How do I call Saudi Arabia from abroad?

To call Saudi Arabia, dial your country's exit code, followed by the country code +966, and then the local phone number.

What is the country calling code for Saudi Arabia?

The country calling code for Saudi Arabia is +966. To call Saudi Arabia from abroad, dial +966 followed by the local phone number.

What timezone is Saudi Arabia in?

Saudi Arabia is in the UTC+03:00 timezone.

What currency is used in Saudi Arabia?

The official currency of Saudi Arabia is the Saudi riyal (ر.س). This is the primary currency used for all transactions in the country.

What is the capital city of Saudi Arabia?

The capital city of Saudi Arabia is Riyadh. It serves as the political and administrative center of the country.

How do I make cheap calls to Saudi Arabia?

To make affordable calls to Saudi Arabia from abroad, use CallTuv's browser-based calling service. Simply dial +966 followed by the local number. No app download required, and our rates are significantly cheaper than traditional phone carriers.

How much does it cost to call Saudi Arabia?

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How to Call Saudi Arabia

Calling Saudi Arabia: [exit code] 966 [local number].

Saudi Arabia Country Code: +966

ISO: SA

Quick answer

To call Saudi Arabia, dial your international exit code, then 966, then the local number without leading zeros. Example: 00 966 51 234 5678.

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Dialing format

00 966 51 234 5678

Exit code • Country code • Local number

Whether you’re calling family, friends, or business contacts, knowing how to call Saudi Arabia 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 Saudi Arabia - whether you’re calling Riyadh or anywhere else.

Step-by-Step Dialing Guide

Follow these simple steps to make a call to Saudi Arabia from anywhere in the world

International Guide

Dial your country's exit code

Start with your country's international dialing prefix (often 00 or 011, or use + on mobile).

Add Saudi Arabia's country code

Dial the country code +966 for Saudi Arabia.

Enter the local phone number

Dial the local phone number in Saudi Arabia (typically 8-10 digits, without any leading zeros).

Complete dialing format

Full format: [exit code] 966 [local number] - For example: 00 966 612 345 678

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International Dialing Format

0096651 234 5678

Exit Code•Country Code•Phone Number

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+96651 234 5678

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Calling Saudi Arabia: Calling Code, Local Time & More

Calling Code

+966

Capital of Saudi Arabia

Riyadh

Region

Asia (Western Asia)

Currency of Saudi Arabia

Saudi riyal (ر.س)

Saudi Arabia Time Zones

UTC+03:00

Current time

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Saudi Arabia at a Glance

Saudi Arabia, located in Western Asia, is a nation with a rich identity. Its capital city, Riyadh, serves as the administrative center for a population of approximately 35M.

The official currency is the Saudi riyal (ر.س). When calling Saudi Arabia, the country code is +966. The country observes the UTC+03:00 time zone(s), and the primary language(s) spoken include Arabic.

Destination Calling Profile: Saudi Arabia

Population

35M

Population Rank

#40 of 230

Language Footprint

Arabic

Time Zone Footprint

UTC+03:00

City/Area Code Coverage

40 locations listed

Dial Code Status

Exclusive code in dataset

Saudi Arabia currently has a 9-digit local number pattern in this guide, with country code +966.

Detailed route planning

Route planning details: Saudi Arabia

Use this route profile to plan a real international call to Saudi Arabia, including dialing format, timing, and destination context.

From

Your location

Saudi Arabia

Common exit code: 00 or +Saudi Arabia calling code: +966Time difference: N/A

For most international calls, start with your exit code or the plus sign, then dial +966 before the local Saudi Arabia number.

Use Saudi Arabia local business hours as the safest reference point before placing the call.

Saudi Arabia dialing details

Saudi Arabia is represented here by SA/SAU, Riyadh, Western Asia, about 35M people, Saudi riyal (ر.س), and primary language context of Arabic.

Destination calling code: +966. Destination time zones: UTC+03:00. Rate check: check live price before dialing.

Saudi Arabia call planning

This destination-first route depends on the caller's local exit code plus +966. For business calls, use Saudi Arabia's local workday as the default timing reference.

Dialing sequence: exit code +966 local number. Business-hour window: Use destination business hours. Time relationship: N/A.

Destination market: Saudi Arabia is in Western Asia, with Riyadh as a main administrative center. Calls may reach family, companies, banks, hotels, clinics, or public offices across a market of about 35M. Primary language context: Arabic. Local billing and everyday prices use Saudi riyal (ر.س).

Route context: This page is destination-first, so the most important planning variables are Saudi Arabia's country code, local timezone, destination language context, and whether the number is mobile or landline.

Use your local international prefix or +, then +966, then the Saudi Arabia local number.Saudi Arabia business-hour planning depends on the local destination timezone; the primary reference point here is Riyadh.Saudi Arabia language context: Arabic. Keep this in mind when calling businesses, hotels, banks, or local services.For Saudi Arabia, check whether you are calling a landline or mobile number because those prices can differ; current context: check live price before dialing.

City & Area Codes for Saudi Arabia

40 Locations

City / Region	Area Code	Full Dialing Pattern
Abha	966-17	+966-17 [local number]
Abqaiq	966-13	+966-13 [local number]
Al Khobar	966-13	+966-13 [local number]
Al Markazi	966-12	+966-12 [local number]
Al Ulaya	966-11	+966-11 [local number]
Anak	966-13	+966-13 [local number]
Bukayriyah	966-16	+966-16 [local number]
Dammam	966-13	+966-13 [local number]
Damman	966-13	+966-13 [local number]
Dhahran (Aramco)	966-13	+966-13 [local number]
Hail	966-16	+966-16 [local number]
Hawiyah	966-12	+966-12 [local number]
Hawtah	966-11	+966-11 [local number]
Hofuf	966-13	+966-13 [local number]
Jeddah	966-12	+966-12 [local number]
Jubail	966-13	+966-13 [local number]
Khafji	966-13	+966-13 [local number]
Khamis Mushait	966-17	+966-17 [local number]
Layla	966-11	+966-11 [local number]
Madinah	966-14	+966-14 [local number]
Makkah	966-12	+966-12 [local number]
Makkah (Mecca)	966-12	+966-12 [local number]
Medin	966-14	+966-14 [local number]
Medina Region	966-14	+966-14 [local number]
Mubarraz	966-11	+966-11 [local number]
Najran	966-17	+966-17 [local number]
Qassim Region	966-16	+966-16 [local number]
Qatif	966-13	+966-13 [local number]
Qedieyeh	966-13	+966-13 [local number]
Rabigh	966-12	+966-12 [local number]
Ras Tanurah	966-13	+966-13 [local number]
Riyadh	966-11	+966-11 [local number]
Safwa	966-13	+966-13 [local number]
Shaqra	966-11	+966-11 [local number]
Sihat	966-13	+966-13 [local number]
Southern Region	966-17	+966-17 [local number]
Tabouk	966-14	+966-14 [local number]
Taif	966-12	+966-12 [local number]
Tarut Island - Mina and Darin	966-13	+966-13 [local number]
Yanbou	966-14	+966-14 [local number]

Area codes are typically followed by the subscriber number.