Phone Numbers In The UAE: A Simple Guide

It is important to know and understand the numbering format in UAE, so we compiled an article regarding information about all the numbers in the UAE so that in case of an emergency or otherwise, you can look at a number and tell where the call is coming from! 

This article will cover the information on the phone number and landline number arrangement for the UAE and any emergency numbers you might need. If you are an expat, make sure to stick around and read this article, as it will be very helpful to you! 

UAE Landline Number format 

The landline number in the UAE has around nine digits in it, and the first two digits of that number correspond to the area code. Below we have mentioned some of the area codes you need to memorize. 

  • Abu Dhabi: 02
  • Dubai: 04
  • Sharjah: 06
  • Ajman: 06
  • Umm Al Quwain: 06
  • Ras Al Khaimah: 07
  • Fujairah: 09

The way to call a landline number in the UAE is by dialing the full seven-digit number after dialing the area code. For example, if you want to call a landline number in Abu Dhabi, you need to dial 02, followed by the remaining seven digits of the phone number.

UAE Mobile Phone Number Format

The phone number format for mobile numbers in the UAE is +971-5X-XXX-XXXX, where “X” is any number from 0-9. The first two digits represent the mobile phone code in the UAE.

Phone numbers in the UAE are assigned to different operators, and hence the codes at the beginning of the numbers can tell us which operator that number belongs to.

Du and Etisalat are some of the leading mobile phone operators in the UAE and are the only two major ones being used the most by expats.

The numbers which belong to the du company begin with “055”, while the numbers belonging to Etisalat begin with “050”. 

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Special Prefix For UAE Numbers 

The number +971 is much wanted among the general public due to it being a symbol of wealth. This number is the code you have to dial before dialing any number in the UAE.

For example, if you are dialing from outside the UAE, you will need to dial this area code and four, along with the seven other digits if the number is from Dubai. 

However, if you are calling the landline number from anywhere in the UAE, then all you have to do is dial the area code along with the remaining seven digits, and you will be connected to the other side!

UAE Emergency Numbers 

It is important to know all the emergency numbers if you are an expat since you might encounter issues when you first come to the UAE since the laws are different.

We have compiled a list of numbers you would benefit from. 

  • Police: 999
  • Ambulance: 998
  • Fire Department: 997
  • Coast Guard: 996

These numbers are toll-free, and hence you can contact them free of charge from either your landlines or mobile phones! 

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Conclusion 

In conclusion, phone numbers in the UAE have just a specific format, with mobile numbers starting with +971-5X-XXX-XXXX and landline numbers having nine digits.

To call a number in the UAE, you must first dial the country code +971 and then the relevant area code and number.

You can call 999 for the police, 998 for an ambulance, 997 for the fire department, and 996 for the coast guard in case of an emergency.

We hope that this article was beneficial to you!