How to Call United Arab Emirates from United States
Learn how to call from United States to United Arab Emirates with this step-by-step guide. Rates start at just $0.32/min with HelloAirDial. No apps, no calling cards, just dial from your browser.
Cheapest Way to Call United Arab Emirates from United States
The cheapest way to call United Arab Emirates from United States is using a browser-based VoIP service like HelloAirDial. With rates starting at just $0.32 per minute, you'll save 50-80% compared to traditional carriers, calling cards, or roaming charges.
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How to Call from United States to United Arab Emirates
To make a call, dial the exit code (011), followed by the country code (971), 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 $0.32 per minute with no hidden fees.
Dialing Steps: 🇺🇸 United States to 🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates
- 1
Dial the exit code: 011
This tells your carrier you're making an international call from United States.
- 2
Dial United Arab Emirates's country code: 971
The country code for United Arab Emirates is +971.
- 3
Dial the local number
Drop the leading 0 from local numbers.
Examples:
- Mobile: 050 123 4567
- Landline: 02 123 4567
Cheap Calls from United States to United Arab Emirates
Skip expensive carrier rates and calling cards. HelloAirDial offers cheap calls from United States to United Arab Emirates starting at $0.32/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 $0.32/min
- • No hidden fees or contracts
- • Works anywhere with internet
🇺🇸 United States Carrier Rates to 🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates
- Verizon$0.20-1.50
- AT&T$0.25-1.50
- T-Mobile$0.10-1.00
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Best Time to Call 🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates
Recommended Calling Hours
- • Avoid business calls before 09:00 or after 19:00 UAE time on working days.
- • Respect local weekend (typically Saturday and Sunday) and public holidays unless prearranged.
Calling Etiquette in United Arab Emirates
- • Begin with a polite greeting such as Assalamu alaikum or Good morning followed by your name and organization.
- • Confirm that it is a good time to talk, especially for longer or detailed discussions.
- • Use formal and respectful language in business contexts; avoid overly casual tone with new contacts.
- • Be punctual for scheduled calls and share an agenda in advance for important meetings.
Reaching 🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates via Apps
- • Many residents use messaging apps for text, but voice and video calling features may be restricted.
- • Operator approved internet calling apps are commonly used for inbound and outbound VOIP calls.
- • Always confirm the contact s preferred app and whether they can receive VOIP calls from abroad.
International Calling Requirements in 🇺🇸 United States
- • Ensure your mobile or landline plan includes international calling; many US plans block IDD by default.
- • For standard international calls, dial 011 + country code + area/mobile code + number from US phones.
- • Prepaid SIMs may require a separate international balance or add on before IDD works.
- • Business PBX or office phones may require dialing 9 or another access code before 011.
- • VoIP services (e.g., Skype, Google Voice) may need verified payment and country settings before calling abroad.
Troubleshooting Calls to 🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates
- Your call cannot be completed as dialed. - Check that you dialed 011 + country code + number, removed any foreign trunk 0, and included all digits.
- International calling is not enabled on your line. - Contact your carrier or account admin to enable international calling or add an IDD package.
- The number you have dialed is not in service. - Verify the destination country code, area or mobile prefix, and local number; confirm the number is active.
- Call failed or dropped immediately on VoIP app. - Switch to a stable Wi Fi or stronger data connection, update the app, or try a standard carrier call.
FAQs: Calling 🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates from 🇺🇸 United States
How do I call from United States to United Arab Emirates?
Dial 011 (exit code) + 971 (United Arab Emirates country code) + the local phone number. Drop the leading 0 from local numbers.
What is the cheapest way to call from United States to United Arab Emirates?
Use a VoIP service like HelloAirDial with rates from $0.32/min. This is typically 50-80% cheaper than traditional carriers or calling cards.
What is the country code for United Arab Emirates?
The country code for United Arab Emirates is +971. When calling from United States, dial 011 971 followed by the local number.
How do I dial an international number from the United States?
Dial 011, then the country code, then the area or mobile code and local number. Example: 011 44 20 XXXX XXXX for a UK landline.
Should I use roaming or Wi Fi or VoIP when I travel outside the US?
Wi Fi and VoIP apps are usually cheaper, but a roaming pass from your US carrier is simpler and more reliable for regular voice and SMS.
How much do international calls from the US cost?
Rates vary by carrier and destination, roughly from a few cents to over 1 USD per minute; check your plan or buy an international add on for lower rates.