How to Call the UAE
Landline from $0.66/min · Mobile from $0.66/min — from your browser, no app needed
Standard rate
Dialing the UAE (+971): the short answer
Leave out the leading 0 of the domestic number. The +971 country code replaces it.
In BoraPhone you never need an exit code: type +971 and the number, and the call connects from your browser.
Calling Rates for the UAE
Live rates in USD, pulled from carrier pricing. The same rate applies wherever you call from.
How much will my call cost?
| Duration | Landline | Mobile |
|---|---|---|
| 5 min | $3.30 | $3.30 |
| 10 min | $6.60 | $6.60 |
| 15 min | $9.90 | $9.90 |
| 30 min | $19.80 | $19.80 |
All rates are in USD. Calls are billed per minute and rounded up to the next minute. No connection fees or hidden charges. Your first call is free.
Best time to call the UAE
The UAE is on Gulf Standard Time (GST), UTC+4. To reach people between 9 AM and 8 PM their time:
| If you are in | Time difference | 9 AM your time is | Call between |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York | +9 h | 6:00 PM | 12:00 AM to 11:00 AM |
| Los Angeles | +12 h | 9:00 PM | 9:00 PM to 8:00 AM |
| London | +4 h | 1:00 PM | 5:00 AM to 4:00 PM |
Standard time. Daylight saving in either place can shift these by an hour.
Area codes and things to know before you dial the UAE
- Drop the 0: Dubai 04 becomes +971 4, and a mobile 050 becomes +971 50.
- The UAE is UTC+4 all year with no daylight saving, so it is 9 hours ahead of New York in winter and 8 in summer.
Why call the UAE with BoraPhone?
- No app needed — call directly from your browser on any device
- Pay as you go — no contracts, no monthly subscriptions
- HD voice quality powered by enterprise-grade infrastructure
- Call landlines in the UAE for $0.66/min — standard rate compared to traditional carriers
- The UAE moved to a Monday-to-Friday working week in 2022, with a shorter Friday. Saturday and Sunday are the weekend.
Frequently asked questions
How do I call the UAE from the US?
From a US landline or mobile, dial 011, then 971, then the United Arab Emirates number without its leading 0. From a mobile you can also dial +971 directly. In BoraPhone, enter +971 and the number and press call.
How do I call the UAE from the UK?
From the UK dial 00, then 971, then the United Arab Emirates number without its leading 0. From a mobile, +971 and the number works from anywhere. BoraPhone charges the same rate whether you call from the UK, the US or anywhere else.
How much does it cost to call the UAE?
Calls to the UAE start at $0.66 per minute with BoraPhone. Landline rates are $0.66/min and mobile rates are $0.66/min. Calls are billed per minute, rounded up to the next minute, with no connection fee and no subscription.
Is it cheaper to call a landline or a mobile in the UAE?
Landlines and mobiles in the UAE currently cost the same with BoraPhone: $0.66/min.
Do I need an app to call the UAE?
No. BoraPhone works directly in your web browser. Just sign up, add credit, and start calling the UAE in under a minute. No downloads or installations required. It works on desktop, laptop, tablet, and mobile.
What is the country code for the UAE?
The country code for the UAE is +971. When calling with BoraPhone, just enter the full number including the country code and we handle the connection automatically.
What time zone is the UAE in?
The UAE is in Gulf Standard Time (GST), UTC+4. When it is 9 AM in New York it is 6:00 PM in the UAE; when it is 9 AM in London it is 1:00 PM. Check the local time before calling to reach people at a convenient hour.