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How to Call Qatar from the United States

Country code +974 — Dial 011 974 33XX XXXX from a US landline or +974 33XX XXXX from a mobile phone.

+974
Qatar Country Code

What to Dial

  1. 1Dial 011 from a US landline, or + from a mobile (hold the 0 key).
  2. 2Dial 974, the country code of Qatar.
  3. 3Dial the number: 8 digits, exactly as written: Qatar has no leading 0 to drop.
Calling a… Written in Qatar From a US landline From a cell phone
Mobile 33XX XXXX 011 974 33XX XXXX +974 33XX XXXX
Landline 4412 XXXX 011 974 4412 XXXX +974 4412 XXXX

X stands for any digit. Mobile numbers start with 3, 5, 6 or 7. More number types: Qatar phone number format.

Mobile or Landline?

Qatar had 154 mobile subscriptions and 17.2 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 Qatar mobiles.

Source: World Bank (ITU).

Calling Tips for Qatar

Best Time to Call

To reach someone between 9 AM and 8 PM in Doha, call between 2:00 AM–1:00 PM EDT (11:00 PM–10:00 AM PDT). Qatar doesn’t change its clocks, so the gap moves by an hour when the US does.

Qatar is on UTC+3, 7 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 (EDT)
--:--
UTC-4
+7h
Qatar
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UTC+3

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I call Qatar from the US?
From a US landline, dial 011, then 974, then the number: 011 974 33XX XXXX for a mobile. From a cell phone, dial +974 33XX XXXX.
Do I need to drop a 0 when calling Qatar?
No. Qatar has no trunk prefix: dial every digit after +974 exactly as written, for example +974 33XX XXXX.
How many digits is a phone number in Qatar?
8 digits after the country code +974. Mobile numbers start with 3, 5, 6 or 7.
What time should I call Qatar from the US?
Qatar is 7 hours ahead of New York (UTC+3 in Doha). To reach someone between 9 AM and 8 PM there, call between 2:00 AM–1:00 PM EDT, or 11:00 PM–10:00 AM PDT on the West Coast. Qatar 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 Qatar 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 Qatar?
It depends on your plan: many US plans charge per minute for international calls, and calls to Qatar mobiles often cost more than calls to landlines. Internet calling apps are free when both people have the same app.
Qatar Quick Info
Country Code +974
ISO Code QA
Capital Doha
Time Zone UTC+3
Exit Code (US) 011
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