Once you know the dialing procedure, it is easy to communicate with the United Arab Emirates (UAE) from anywhere. This guide will assist you to connect with both mobile and landline numbers in the UAE.
UAE International Dialing Code
If you are calling the UAE from another country, start by dialing the international country code +971. After that, you will require the exact local number with which you want communication.
Calling Landlines in UAE
Landline numbers in the UAE consist of 7 digits. The area code specific to the Emirate must be included when contacting a landline:
- Dubai: +971 4
- Abu Dhabi: +971 2
- Sharjah, Umm al-Quwain, & Ajman: +971 6
- Ras Al Khaimah: +971 7
- Fujairah: +971 9
If you are calling a number in Dubai, you would dial: +971 4 XXXXXXX.
Calling Mobile Numbers in UAE
In UAE, mobile numbers also consist of seven digits. To contact a mobile number, start by dialing the country code +971 and then the mobile number directly.
All mobile numbers in the UAE start with one of the following prefixes:
- 050
- 052
- 055
- 056
- 054
- 058
If you are calling a mobile number that starts with 050, you would dial: +971 50 XXXXXXX.
To reach a mobile number 0501234567 from abroad, dial +971 50 123 4567.
If you are dialing a landline or a mobile number in the UAE:
- Start with the country code +971.
- For landlines, add the area code specific to the emirate.
- For mobile numbers, use the respective mobile prefix.
