United Arab Emirates Phone Number Format
Country code +971 — Complete guide to United Arab Emirates phone number formats, mobile and landline structures, and area codes.
Number Format Overview
Phone numbers in United Arab Emirates use the international country code +971. When dialing from outside United Arab Emirates, you must include this country code before the local number.
International Format
+971 [area code] [local number]
From the United States
011 971 [area code] [local number]
When dialing a number within United Arab Emirates, local dialing rules apply. You may need to include a trunk prefix (often 0) before the area code for domestic calls, but you should omit this prefix when dialing internationally.
Mobile vs. Landline Numbers
Mobile Numbers
Mobile phone numbers in United Arab Emirates typically:
- Begin with specific mobile prefixes
- May have a different length than landline numbers
- Are often 8-10 digits after the country code
+971 XX XXXX XXXX
Landline Numbers
Landline numbers in United Arab Emirates typically:
- Start with a geographic area code
- Area codes identify the city or region
- Total length varies by area code
+971 (area) XXXX XXXX
Example Phone Numbers
These are example formats only and are not real phone numbers:
| Type | Local Format | International Format | From US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Landline (Abu Dhabi) | (0XX) XXXX XXXX |
+971 XX XXXX XXXX |
011 971 XX XXXX XXXX |
| Mobile | 0XXX XXX XXXX |
+971 XXX XXX XXXX |
011 971 XXX XXX XXXX |
| Toll-Free | 0800 XXX XXXX |
+971 800 XXX XXXX |
011 971 800 XXX XXXX |
United Arab Emirates Area Codes
Major area codes in United Arab Emirates:
| Area Code | City / Region |
|---|---|
2 |
Abu Dhabi |
6 |
Ajman |
3 |
Al Ain |
58 |
Aweir |
6 |
Dhayd |
9 |
Dibba |
4 |
Dubai |
6 |
Falaj-al-Moalla |
70 |
Fujairah |
48 |
Khawanij |
77 |
Ras-al-Khaimah |
6 |
Sharjah |
88 |
Tarif |
6 |
Umm-al-Qaiwain |
Dialing Tips
- Remove the leading zero: When dialing internationally, drop the trunk prefix (usually 0) that is used for domestic calls in United Arab Emirates.
- Use the + notation: From a US mobile phone, use
+971instead of011 971. - Verify the number length: Make sure you have the correct number of digits. If your call does not connect, check whether you need to add or remove an area code digit.
- Save contacts in international format: Always store phone numbers with the full
+971prefix so they work from any country.
United Arab Emirates Quick Info
| Country Code | +971 |
|---|---|
| ISO Code | AE |
| Capital | Abu Dhabi |
| International Prefix | 011 (from US) |
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