How to Call United Arab Emirates
Calling United Arab Emirates: [exit code] 971 [local number].
United Arab Emirates Country Code: +971
Quick answer
To call United Arab Emirates, dial your international exit code, then 971, then the local number without leading zeros. Example: +971 50 123 4567. Calls cost from ~$0.73 per minute with CallTuv.
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Dialing format
+ 971 50 123 4567
Exit code • Country code • Local number
Exit code
+
Use your country exit code, or + on mobile
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 anywhere in the world
Dial your country's exit code
Start with your country's international dialing prefix (often 00 or 011, or use + on mobile).
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: [exit code] 971 [local number] - For example: 00 971 612 345 678
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
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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 abroad?
To call United Arab Emirates, dial your country's exit code, followed by the country code +971, and then the local phone number.
What is the country calling code for United Arab Emirates?
The country calling code for United Arab Emirates is +971. To call United Arab Emirates from abroad, dial +971 followed by the local phone number.
How do I make cheap calls to United Arab Emirates?
To make affordable calls to United Arab Emirates from abroad, 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?
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. The plus sign replaces your country's 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.
