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How to Call Saudi Arabia from Pakistan

Dial 00 + 966 + phone number to call Saudi Arabia from Pakistan. Sayfone offers transparent per-minute rates starting at just 28¢/min.

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    🇵🇰From Pakistan
    To Saudi Arabia🇸🇦

    $0.44

    Per minute

    966

    Country code

    HD

    Call quality

    Landline rate

    $0.44/min

    Mobile rate

    $0.44/min

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    Steps at a glance

    1. Enter 00 (international access code for Pakistan)
    2. Add 966 (Saudi Arabia country code)
    3. Dial the local number without the leading zero
    4. Review the rate and place your call

    DIALING GUIDE

    Step-by-Step Instructions

    Follow these simple steps to dial any number in Saudi Arabia from your phone in Pakistan.

    • Enter the international access code

      Dial 00 from any phone in Pakistan. This tells your carrier you're making an international call.

      00

    • Add Saudi Arabia's country code

      After 00, enter 966, which is Saudi Arabia's international dialing code.

      00966

    • Dial the local number

      Enter the Saudi Arabian phone number. For landlines, include the area code without the leading zero. For mobiles, dial the full number as-is.

      00966 11 1234567 (Riyadh landline) or 00966 50 1234567 (mobile)

    • Press call and connect

      Your call will route through the international network. Once connected, you'll see the per-minute rate displayed (if using Sayfone, 28¢/min for this route).

    Dialing format reference

    966

    Use these patterns when entering a full international number to 966.

    Mobile

    +966 5X XXXX XXXX

    Landline

    +966 XX XXXX XXXX (area code + number)

    • +966 11 1234567
    • +966 50 1234567
    • +966 2 2234567

    Major city area codes

    Riyadh11
    Jeddah12
    Dammam13
    Mecca12

    Sources

    1. 1
      ITU Country Code for Saudi Arabia

      Authority on country calling codes

    DIALING RULES

    Format and Numbering Rules

    Saudi Arabia uses a 9-digit numbering plan with area codes for landlines and mobile prefixes for cells. These rules ensure your call connects correctly.

    Always drop the leading zero for landlines

    Saudi landline numbers appear as 011-1234567 locally. When dialing internationally, drop the initial 0 and dial 00966 11 1234567.

    Mobile numbers use 5X prefixes

    Saudi mobile numbers start with 5 followed by a digit (50, 51, 52, 53, 54, or 55). Dial the full mobile number without modification after the country code.

    Area codes vary by region

    Landlines in major cities have specific area codes: Riyadh (11), Jeddah (12), Dammam (13). Always include the area code when dialing a landline.

    Total length is typically 12 digits

    A complete international call to Saudi Arabia is usually 00966 + 8-digit local number, totaling 12 digits when you count the access code.

    CALLING TIPS

    Best Times to Call and Etiquette

    Saudi Arabia is 3 hours ahead of Pakistan. Timing your call correctly and understanding local business customs improves connection quality and reception.

    Time & windows

    Best for business

    9:00 AM–5:00 PM (Saudi time)

    During Saudi business hours, 6:00 PM–2:00 AM Pakistan time

    Good for personal calls

    7:00 PM–10:00 PM (Saudi time)

    Early evening in Saudi Arabia, 4:00 AM–7:00 AM Pakistan time

    🇵🇰When you call at 9:00 AM Pakistan time
    Recipient receives at 12:00 PM (Saudi Arabia)Midday; usually available for calls
    🇵🇰When you call at 6:00 PM Pakistan time
    Recipient receives at 9:00 PM (Saudi Arabia)Evening; good for personal connections
    🇵🇰When you call at 12:00 AM Pakistan time
    Recipient receives at 3:00 AM (Saudi Arabia)Very early morning; avoid unless urgent

    Calling tips

    • Saudi Arabia observes Friday as the primary weekend; avoid calling Friday–Saturday unless urgent.
    • Business calls are best between 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM Saudi time (9:00 PM–5:00 AM Pakistan time, accounting for seasonal differences).
    • Islamic prayer times (Asr, Maghreb, Isha) see reduced availability; plan calls around these periods when possible.
    • Ramadan may change business hours; confirm availability before calling during this period.

    Business etiquette

    • Start with formal greetings; use 'As-salamu alaykum' (peace be upon you) when appropriate.
    • Address recipients by their title and family name unless invited to use given names.
    • Respect local holidays and religious observances; check dates before scheduling calls.
    • Be direct but courteous; Saudi business culture values clear communication and respect for hierarchy.

    Sources

    1. 1
      World Time Zone Database

      Authority on time zone offsets and DST

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