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How to Call Saudi Arabia from the United States

Country code +966 — Dial 011 966 51 XXX XXXX from a US landline or +966 51 XXX XXXX from a mobile phone.

+966
Saudi Arabia Country Code

What to Dial

  1. 1Dial 011 from a US landline, or + from a mobile (hold the 0 key).
  2. 2Dial 966, the country code of Saudi Arabia.
  3. 3Dial the number: 9 digits, without the leading 0 used for calls inside Saudi Arabia.
Calling a… Written in Saudi Arabia From a US landline From a cell phone
Mobile 051 XXX XXXX 011 966 51 XXX XXXX +966 51 XXX XXXX
Landline (Riyadh/Kharj) 011 XXX XXXX 011 966 11 XXX XXXX +966 11 XXX XXXX

X stands for any digit. Mobile numbers start with 050–051 or 053–059. More number types: Saudi Arabia phone number format.

Mobile or Landline?

Saudi Arabia had 160 mobile subscriptions and 19.7 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 Saudi Arabia mobiles.

Source: World Bank (ITU).

Calling Tips for Saudi Arabia

Best Time to Call

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

Saudi Arabia 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
Saudi Arabia
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UTC+3

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I call Saudi Arabia from the US?
From a US landline, dial 011, then 966, then the number without its leading 0: 011 966 51 XXX XXXX for a mobile. From a cell phone, dial +966 51 XXX XXXX.
Do I dial the 0 when calling Saudi Arabia from abroad?
No. The leading 0 is only for calls inside Saudi Arabia. A number written 051 XXX XXXX at home is dialed +966 51 XXX XXXX from abroad.
How many digits is a phone number in Saudi Arabia?
9 digits after the country code +966. Mobile numbers start with 050–051 or 053–059 when written with the leading 0.
What time should I call Saudi Arabia from the US?
Saudi Arabia is 8 hours ahead of New York (UTC+3 in Riyadh). 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. Saudi Arabia 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 Saudi Arabia 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 Saudi Arabia?
It depends on your plan: many US plans charge per minute for international calls, and calls to Saudi Arabia mobiles often cost more than calls to landlines. Internet calling apps are free when both people have the same app.
Saudi Arabia Quick Info
Country Code +966
ISO Code SA
Capital Riyadh
Time Zone UTC+3
Exit Code (US) 011
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