How to Call United Arab Emirates
Everything you need to know about calling United Arab Emirates — the country code, dialing format, costs, and the cheapest way to connect.
Know the country code
The international dialing code for United Arab Emirates is +971. Every call to United Arab Emirates from abroad must start with this code.
Format the phone number
Drop the leading 0 from the local number, then add the country code:
+971 + local number (without 0)
Choose how to call
Dial and connect
Whether you’re calling friends, relatives, or local services, the call takes seconds to connect. With EzyRing, your own phone number shows as caller ID — people in United Arab Emiratessee it’s you.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I call United Arab Emirates from the US?
Dial +971 followed by the local number (drop the leading 0). From a landline: 011 971 + local number. With EzyRing, just type +971 + local number in your browser.
How do I call United Arab Emirates from the UK?
From the UK, dial 00 971 followed by the local number. Or use EzyRing to call from your browser at $0.330/min.
What is the cheapest way to call United Arab Emirates?
The cheapest way to call United Arab Emirates is through a browser-based VoIP service. EzyRing charges $0.330/min with no connection fees, no subscription, and credits that never expire. A $5 top-up gives ~15 minutes.
What is the country code for United Arab Emirates?
The international dialing code for United Arab Emirates is +971. This code must be dialed before the local phone number when calling from outside United Arab Emirates.
Can I call United Arab Emirates for free?
You can make free app-to-app calls (WhatsApp, FaceTime) if the other person has the same app. To call actual United Arab Emirates phone numbers (landlines/mobiles), a paid VoIP service like EzyRing offers the cheapest rates from $0.330/min.