How to Call Japan from United Arab Emirates
Learn how to call from United Arab Emirates to Japan with this step-by-step guide. Rates start at just $0.08/min with HelloAirDial. No apps, no calling cards, just dial from your browser.
Cheapest Way to Call Japan from United Arab Emirates
The cheapest way to call Japan from United Arab Emirates is using a browser-based VoIP service like HelloAirDial. With rates starting at just $0.08 per minute, you'll save 50-80% compared to traditional carriers, calling cards, or roaming charges.
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- ✓No connection fees: Pay only for the minutes you use
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How to Call from United Arab Emirates to Japan
To make a call, dial the exit code (00), followed by the country code (81), then the local number. HelloAirDial makes it simple - just enter the full number in your browser and we handle the formatting automatically. Rates start at $0.08 per minute with no hidden fees.
Dialing Steps: 🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates to 🇯🇵 Japan
- 1
Dial the exit code: 00
This tells your carrier you're making an international call from United Arab Emirates.
- 2
Dial Japan's country code: 81
The country code for Japan is +81.
- 3
Dial the local number
Drop the leading 0 from local numbers.
Examples:
- Mobile: 090 1234 5678
- Landline: 03 1234 5678
Cheap Calls from United Arab Emirates to Japan
Skip expensive carrier rates and calling cards. HelloAirDial offers cheap calls from United Arab Emirates to Japan starting at $0.08/minute, up to 80% less than traditional international calling.
Traditional Calling
- • Carrier rates: $1-3/min
- • Calling cards: Hidden fees
- • Roaming: Expensive abroad
HelloAirDial
- • From $0.08/min
- • No hidden fees or contracts
- • Works anywhere with internet
🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates Carrier Rates to 🇯🇵 Japan
- Etisalat by e&$0.30-1.50
- du$0.25-1.40
- Virgin Mobile UAE$0.25-1.20
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Best Time to Call 🇯🇵 Japan
Recommended Calling Hours
- • For consumers, avoid calls before 09:00 and after 20:00 local time, and avoid Sundays and national holidays for sales calls.
- • For business contacts, standard hours are roughly 09:00 to 18:00 on weekdays; avoid lunchtime around 12:00 to 13:00.
Calling Etiquette in Japan
- • Open with a polite greeting and your name/company; for business, confirm you are calling the right person and if it is a good time.
- • Use family name plus san (e.g., Tanaka san) in professional contexts unless invited to use given names.
- • Be concise and structured; state purpose early, avoid aggressive sales tactics, and allow the other party to decline.
- • Silence while listening is normal; avoid interrupting and confirm understanding briefly.
Reaching 🇯🇵 Japan via Apps
- • LINE is the dominant messaging and calling app; many people prefer it over voice calls from unknown numbers.
- • WhatsApp, Skype, FaceTime, and other VoIP apps are available but less universal than LINE for local contacts.
- • Corporate users may rely more on Microsoft Teams, Zoom, or similar tools for scheduled business calls.
International Calling Requirements in 🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates
- • Ensure your mobile or landline plan has international calling (IDD) enabled; many prepaid plans block IDD by default.
- • For prepaid SIMs, maintain sufficient main balance; some bundles do not cover standard IDD calls.
- • Roaming must be activated before using a UAE SIM outside the country; check operator app or customer care.
- • Dial 00 or use +, then the destination country code, area or mobile code, and subscriber number.
- • Corporate PBX systems may require an extra prefix (such as 9) before 00 or + for external calls.
Troubleshooting Calls to 🇯🇵 Japan
- Call failed or number not in service - Check you removed the foreign trunk 0, used 00 or +, and entered the correct country and area code.
- You are not allowed to make this call - Enable international calling or roaming with your operator and ensure you have sufficient balance or credit.
- This service is not available on your plan - Upgrade or add an international or roaming bundle that supports voice calls to the destination.
FAQs: Calling 🇯🇵 Japan from 🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates
How do I call from United Arab Emirates to Japan?
Dial 00 (exit code) + 81 (Japan country code) + the local phone number. Drop the leading 0 from local numbers.
What is the cheapest way to call from United Arab Emirates to Japan?
Use a VoIP service like HelloAirDial with rates from $0.08/min. This is typically 50-80% cheaper than traditional carriers or calling cards.
What is the country code for Japan?
The country code for Japan is +81. When calling from United Arab Emirates, dial 00 81 followed by the local number.
How do I dial an international number from the UAE?
Dial 00 or +, then the country code, area or mobile code, and the local number, omitting any leading 0 in the foreign number.
Should I use roaming or Wi Fi or VOIP when traveling with a UAE SIM?
Roaming is convenient but often costly; using Wi Fi based calling apps or a local SIM at your destination is usually cheaper if available.
How expensive are international calls from the UAE?
Rates vary by destination and operator, roughly from about USD 0.25 to over 1.50 per minute; bundles and special offers can reduce costs.