Quick Answer
To call Bangladesh from the UAE, dial 00 (UAE exit code), then 880 (Bangladesh country code), then the local number without the leading 0. For mobiles, the format is 00 880 1X XXXXXXXX. For Dhaka landlines, dial 00 880 2 XXXXXXXX.
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The UAE is home to a large Bangladeshi expatriate community. Whether you're calling family in Dhaka or colleagues in Chittagong, getting the dialing sequence right ensures your call connects on the first attempt.
Steps at a glance
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Supports +880 country code claim
Supports UAE international dialing prefix
DIALING GUIDE
Follow these steps to call a Bangladeshi mobile or landline number from the United Arab Emirates.
From a UAE landline or mobile, dial 00 to initiate an international call. On a mobile phone, you can press and hold 0 to enter + instead.
00 or +
Dial 880, the country code assigned to Bangladesh by the ITU. This routes your call to the Bangladeshi telephone network.
00 880
Bangladeshi numbers begin with 0 for domestic dialing, but you must drop this 0 when calling internationally. For mobile numbers, the digit after the trunk prefix is 1 (e.g., 01X becomes 1X). For a Dhaka landline, the area code is 2.
00 880 1X XXXXXXXX (mobile) or 00 880 2 XXXXXXXX (Dhaka landline)
After dialing the full sequence, wait for the call to connect. International calls from the UAE to Bangladesh typically take a few seconds to route through.
Dialing format reference
+880
Use these patterns when entering a full international number to +880.
Mobile
+880 1X XXXXXXXX
Landline
+880 2 XXXXXXXX (Dhaka) / +880 31 XXXXXXX (Chittagong)
Major city area codes
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Reference for Bangladesh number formats and area codes
Confirms UAE exit code is 00
IMPORTANT RULES
Key formatting rules to avoid failed calls when dialing Bangladesh from the UAE.
Bangladeshi phone numbers use a trunk prefix 0 for domestic calls (e.g., 01712345678 for mobile, 02-XXXXXXXX for Dhaka). When dialing from the UAE, omit this 0 after the +880 country code. Failing to do so is the most common reason calls do not connect.
After the country code +880, Bangladeshi mobile numbers begin with 1 followed by an operator code digit and 8 subscriber digits (10 digits total after the country code). Common prefixes include 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, and 19.
Bangladesh landline area codes range from 1 digit (Dhaka: 2) to 3 digits for smaller cities. The total national number length is typically 10 digits. Confirm the correct area code for the city you are calling.
The UAE's international exit code is 00. On mobile phones, you can use the + symbol instead. Both will route your call internationally.
Bangladeshi toll-free and short-code numbers (e.g., numbers starting with 0800 or emergency codes) are intended for domestic use and may not be reachable from the UAE.
TIMING TIPS
Bangladesh is 2 hours ahead of the UAE year-round. Neither country observes daylight saving time, so this offset is constant.
For expat workers in the UAE calling family in Bangladesh, evenings in the UAE align well with late evenings in Bangladesh. For business calls, mornings in the UAE correspond to mid-morning in Bangladesh.
UAE Morning
8:00 AM UAE → 10:00 AM BD
Good for business calls to Bangladesh
UAE Evening
7:00 PM UAE → 9:00 PM BD
Ideal for personal and family calls
UAE Late Night
11:00 PM UAE → 1:00 AM BD
Avoid — very late in Bangladesh
Sources
Confirms Bangladesh is UTC+6 with no DST
Confirms 2-hour offset between Dhaka and Dubai
TROUBLESHOOTING
If your call to Bangladesh is not connecting, check these common causes before redialing.
The most common cause is including the leading 0 from the Bangladeshi local number. When dialing internationally, drop the 0 after +880. For example, dial 00 880 17XXXXXXXX, not 00 880 017XXXXXXXX.
Double-check the number length. Bangladeshi mobile numbers are 10 digits after the country code (1X + 8 digits). Landline lengths vary by area code. Ensure you have the complete number.
Network congestion can occur during peak hours in Bangladesh. If you experience call drops, try calling again after a few minutes. Using a browser-based calling service like Sayfone over a stable internet connection can provide a more consistent experience.
Some special numbers in Bangladesh, such as domestic toll-free or short codes, may not be reachable from international lines. Contact the business directly using their standard landline or mobile number instead.
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