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How to Call Bahrain from the United States

Country code +973 — Dial 011 973 36XX XXXX from a US landline or +973 36XX XXXX from a mobile phone.

+973
Bahrain Country Code

What to Dial

  1. 1Dial 011 from a US landline, or + from a mobile (hold the 0 key).
  2. 2Dial 973, the country code of Bahrain.
  3. 3Dial the number: 8 digits, exactly as written: Bahrain has no leading 0 to drop.
Calling a… Written in Bahrain From a US landline From a cell phone
Mobile 36XX XXXX 011 973 36XX XXXX +973 36XX XXXX
Landline 1700 XXXX 011 973 1700 XXXX +973 1700 XXXX

X stands for any digit. Mobile numbers start with 3, 63–64 or 66. More number types: Bahrain phone number format.

Mobile or Landline?

Bahrain had 160 mobile subscriptions and 15.9 landlines per 100 people in 2024. Most people you call will be on a mobile, so ask for their mobile number and check what your plan charges for calls to Bahrain mobiles.

Source: World Bank (ITU).

Calling Tips for Bahrain

Best Time to Call

To reach someone between 9 AM and 8 PM in Manama, call between 1:00 AM–12:00 PM EST (10:00 PM–9:00 AM PST). Bahrain doesn’t change its clocks, so the gap moves by an hour when the US does.

Bahrain is on UTC+3, 8 hours ahead of US Eastern Time right now.

Cost Saving Tips

  • VoIP services such as Google Voice or Vonage usually charge less per minute than a carrier's standard international rate.
  • WiFi calling apps (WhatsApp, Viber, FaceTime) are free when both parties have the app.
  • Check your carrier's international plan — many offer add-on packages.

Time Difference

US Eastern (EST)
--:--
UTC-5
+8h
Bahrain
--:--
UTC+3

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I call Bahrain from the US?
From a US landline, dial 011, then 973, then the number: 011 973 36XX XXXX for a mobile. From a cell phone, dial +973 36XX XXXX.
Do I need to drop a 0 when calling Bahrain?
No. Bahrain has no trunk prefix: dial every digit after +973 exactly as written, for example +973 36XX XXXX.
How many digits is a phone number in Bahrain?
8 digits after the country code +973. Mobile numbers start with 3, 63–64 or 66.
What time should I call Bahrain from the US?
Bahrain is 8 hours ahead of New York (UTC+3 in Manama). To reach someone between 9 AM and 8 PM there, call between 1:00 AM–12:00 PM EST, or 10:00 PM–9:00 AM PST on the West Coast. Bahrain doesn't change its clocks, so the difference shifts by an hour when the US switches to or from daylight saving time.
How do people in Bahrain call the US?
They dial the exit code 00, then 1 and the 10-digit US number: 00 1 XXX XXX XXXX, or +1 from a mobile.
How much does it cost to call Bahrain?
It depends on your plan: many US plans charge per minute for international calls, and calls to Bahrain mobiles often cost more than calls to landlines. Internet calling apps are free when both people have the same app.
Bahrain Quick Info
Country Code +973
ISO Code BH
Capital Manama
Time Zone UTC+3
Exit Code (US) 011
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