United Arab Emirates Calling Code: +971
Complete guide to calling United Arab Emirates โ international dialing code, step-by-step instructions, and FAQ.
How to Call United Arab Emirates from Abroad
๐ Step-by-Step Dialing Guide
- Dial your country's exit code (e.g. 011 from US, 00 from most countries, + from mobile)
- Dial +971 โ the country calling code for United Arab Emirates
- Dial the local phone number (area code + subscriber number)
About United Arab Emirates Calling Code
Every country has a unique international dialing prefix; for United Arab Emirates it is +971. The ITU assigns these codes under recommendation E.164. Dial +971 after your country's exit code, then the local subscriber number. United Arab Emirates is in Asia.
United Arab Emirates is known locally as ุฏููุฉ ุงูุฅู ุงุฑุงุช ุงูุนุฑุจูุฉ ุงูู ุชุญุฏุฉ โ Abu Dhabi is the capital. When saving an international contact, write the number in full international format with +971 so it works from any country.
The ITU-T E.164 recommendation standardizes international numbering, giving every country and territory a distinct prefix. Without the correct prefix, international calls cannot be routed to the right destination.
Where the +971 Calling Code Is Used
The country code +971 is assigned to United Arab Emirates, located in Western Asia, with the capital Abu Dhabi. This code is part of the international telephony numbering plan and is used for all calls made to United Arab Emirates from outside the country.
A number displayed as +971 โฆ is in international format: +971 replaces the domestic trunk prefix. From abroad, always drop any leading 0 of the area code and dial +971 + area code + subscriber number.
Calling codes starting with 9 are part of the ITU's regional numbering plan for the area around United Arab Emirates, in Western Asia. When saving United Arab Emirates numbers internationally, write +971 followed by the area code without its leading 0 โ this format works from every country.
United Arab Emirates Phone Number Formats
Numbers in United Arab Emirates use the standard E.164 pattern โ +971, then the area code, then the subscriber number. The same layout applies to landlines and mobile phones:
๐ฑ Number Structure
- International format: +971 [area code] [subscriber number]
- From abroad: exit code + +971 + local number (drop the trunk prefix 0)
- Within United Arab Emirates: dial the local number directly
In most countries, domestic numbers start with a trunk prefix (often 0) that must be omitted internationally: dial your exit code, then +971, then the local number as written without its leading zero.
Time Zone in United Arab Emirates
United Arab Emirates runs on Asia/Dubai, which is UTC+04:00 UTC. Schedule international calls accordingly โ a convenient time for you may be very early or very late there.
Use the UTC offset (UTC+04:00) to plan calls to United Arab Emirates. For most international callers, the practical rule is: schedule business-hour calls to Abu Dhabi during the overlap between your working day and theirs.
Daylight saving time can shift United Arab Emirates's clock by one hour in summer. For time-critical calls, confirm the current UTC offset rather than relying on the standard value.
Emergency Numbers in United Arab Emirates
If you need urgent help while in United Arab Emirates, dial the local emergency numbers below. Note that these numbers are only for use inside United Arab Emirates.
| Service | Number |
|---|---|
| Police | 999 |
| Fire | 997 |
| Ambulance | 998 |
Example: Calling United Arab Emirates Numbers in Practice
Here is how a typical call to United Arab Emirates works, depending on where you are calling from:
๐ From the United States or Canada
- Dial the US/Canada exit code 011
- Dial the United Arab Emirates country code +971
- Dial the local number (area code + subscriber number, without the trunk prefix 0)
Example: 011 +971 [area code] [number]
๐ From the United Kingdom or Europe
- Dial the international access code 00 (or use the + symbol on mobile)
- Dial the United Arab Emirates country code +971
- Dial the local number
Example: 00 +971 [area code] [number], or +971 [area code] [number] from any mobile phone
Leading zeros in domestic area codes are not dialed internationally. Write the number as +971 + area code (no leading 0) + subscriber number.
Calling United Arab Emirates from Major Countries
International exit codes differ by country. Use this reference when dialing United Arab Emirates (+971) from abroad:
| Calling From | Exit Code | Full International Dialing |
|---|---|---|
| United States | 011 | 011 971 [local number] |
| United Kingdom | 00 | 00 971 [local number] |
| Australia | 0011 | 0011 971 [local number] |
| China | 00 | 00 971 [local number] |
| Japan | 010 | 010 971 [local number] |
| India | 00 | 00 971 [local number] |
| Germany | 00 | 00 971 [local number] |
| France | 00 | 00 971 [local number] |
On mobile phones, the + symbol replaces the exit code entirely โ just dial +971 followed by the local number.
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), then +971, then the local phone number.
How do I call United Arab Emirates from the United Kingdom?
Dial 00 (UK exit code), then +971, then the 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.
What is the capital of United Arab Emirates?
The capital of United Arab Emirates is Abu Dhabi. When calling the capital from abroad, dial +971 followed by the local area code (without the leading 0) and the number.
What are the emergency numbers in United Arab Emirates?
Police: 999, Fire: 997, Ambulance: 998. These numbers are only valid inside United Arab Emirates.
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: Dubai 04 becomes +971 4 + local number.
Other Countries in Asia
Nearby countries and their calling codes:
Calling United Arab Emirates from Kazakhstan or Malaysia works the same way: dial your local exit code first, then +971, then the local number. Within Asia, many callers simply use the + symbol on mobile to avoid exit-code differences.