Dial Dubai and the UAE
Country Code+971
Connect to the United Arab Emirates (+971) from any browser and pay low per minute rates as you go. You only add a number when you also want to receive inbound calls.
What you get
- Outbound: Pay per minute, no dedicated number needed.
- Inbound: Needs a US/Canada digital number ($2.14 to $5/month).
- No apps: Runs in Chrome, Safari, Edge, Firefox.
Botim alternatives at a glance
- Outbound calling: Reach anywhere in the world at cheap per minute rates, no dedicated number required.
- Inbound calling: Taking calls in your browser needs your own US or Canada digital number ($2.14 to $5/month).
- App-free: Runs straight in Chrome, Safari, Edge, or Firefox.
How to Call UAE from Abroad
Dial +971 followed by the area or mobile code. Intercalling bridges your browser to the UAE PSTN, so calls work just like ordinary phone calls and you pay by the minute.
International Prefix
From most countries enter your international exit code or + and then 971. For example, +971 4 reaches Dubai.On mobile and browser VoIP, use +971 directly
UAE Code (+971)
Enter +971 and then the local area or mobile prefix, dropping any leading zeros.
Area or Mobile Code
For landlines pick the area digit, such as 4 for Dubai and 2 for Abu Dhabi. For mobiles use 50, 55, 56 and the rest.Note: International calls need no extra carrier codes
Dialing Examples
Sample numbers for calling the UAE from abroad. With Intercalling you dial these from your browser at low per minute rates and we connect to the UAE PSTN.
UAE Area Codes
Frequently used codes across the major emirates, plus how to dial them with +971.
| City | Region | Code |
|---|---|---|
| Dubai | Dubai Emirate | 4 |
| Abu Dhabi | Abu Dhabi Emirate | 2 |
| Sharjah | Sharjah Emirate | 6 |
| City | Region | Code |
|---|---|---|
| Ras Al Khaimah | RAK | 7 |
| Fujairah | Fujairah | 9 |
UAE Mobile Prefixes
Mobile numbers carry their own prefixes right after the country code. Here is what to look for.
Common Prefixes
UAE mobile numbers begin with 5 once you drop the leading zero. You will see 50, 52, 54, 55, 56 and 58 among them. Calling from abroad, leave off the initial 0 and use +971.
Botim and Licensed Apps
Plenty of people in the UAE use local licensed VoIP apps such as Botim. Another option is browser based VoIP that bridges to the PSTN, keeping calls compliant and working like normal phone calls at pay as you go rates.
Affordable Calls to Dubai and the UAE
Botim alternatives that run right in your browser
Intercalling ties your browser to the PSTN through Twilio, letting you call UAE landlines and mobiles just like a regular phone and pay only for the minutes you use. No downloads, no fiddly setup. Layer on AI features like a realtime copilot and autonomous voice agents when your workflows call for it.
- Dial Dubai and the UAE from any browser
- Buy virtual numbers across the UAE and many other countries
- Crisp audio plus autonomous agents on your calls
- Live analytics and call tracking
Transparent Routing
We route calls over licensed carriers to keep your UAE connections compliant.
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Instant
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need Botim to call the UAE?
No. Botim is one licensed choice, yet you can just as easily use browser based VoIP that connects to the PSTN, placing your calls as regular phone calls at low rates.
Can I call Dubai landlines and mobiles?
Yes. Dial +971, then the area digit for landlines or the mobile prefix for mobiles. Intercalling links your browser to UAE phone numbers over licensed routes.
Do I have to install any software?
No. Intercalling runs entirely in the browser, with no downloads or special permissions needed.
Can Intercalling replace Botim for business calling?
Yes. For outbound and inbound PSTN calls, browser based VoIP with virtual numbers and AI features gives you a stronger business workflow than consumer VoIP apps.
Ready to try a Botim alternative?
Intercalling lives in your browser and connects to UAE phone numbers at pay as you go rates. Sign up now and start calling right away.
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Clear per minute pricing, shown before you dial. Pay as you go, no monthly fee.
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Start on your laptop, continue on your phone, all at the same low rate.