United Arab Emirates Calling Code: +971
Complete guide to calling United Arab Emirates — international dialing code, step-by-step instructions, and FAQ.
How to Call United Arab Emirates from Abroad
📞 Step-by-Step Dialing Guide
- Dial your country's exit code (e.g. 011 from US, 00 from most countries, + from mobile)
- Dial +971 — the country calling code for United Arab Emirates
- Dial the local phone number (area code + subscriber number)
About United Arab Emirates Calling Code
United Arab Emirates's international dialing code is +971. This code is assigned by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) and must be dialed before the local phone number when calling United Arab Emirates from another country. United Arab Emirates is located in Asia.
Country calling codes (also known as ISD codes or dialing codes) are telephone numbering plan prefixes defined by ITU-T standards E.123 and E.164. Each country is assigned one or more unique prefixes to facilitate international direct dialing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the calling code for United Arab Emirates?
The international calling code for United Arab Emirates is +971.
How do I call United Arab Emirates from the United States?
Dial 011 (US exit code) + +971 + local phone number.
How do I call United Arab Emirates from the United Kingdom?
Dial 00 (UK exit code) + +971 + local phone number.
Can I use the + symbol instead of the exit code?
Yes! On mobile phones you can dial ++971 directly followed by the local number. The + symbol automatically replaces your country's exit code.
How do I call within United Arab Emirates?
If you're already in United Arab Emirates, simply dial the local number directly. You do not need to use the country code +971 for domestic calls.
United Arab Emirates Mobile Phone Prefixes
Mobile phone numbers in United Arab Emirates typically use the following prefixes:
- 050, 052, 054, 055, 056, 058 (mobile numbers)
United Arab Emirates City / Area Codes
Major cities in United Arab Emirates and their local area codes (dial these after the country code +971 when calling from abroad):
| City | Area Code(s) |
|---|---|
| Dubai | 04 |
| Abu Dhabi | 02 |
| Sharjah | 06 |
| Ajman | 06 |
| Ras Al Khaimah | 07 |
| Fujairah | 09 |
| Umm Al Quwain | 06 |
| Al Ain | 03 |
Note: Drop any leading "0" when dialing from abroad. Example: London 020 becomes +44 20 + local number.
Other Countries in Asia
Nearby countries and their calling codes: