What is the country code for the UAE?

The UAE country code is +971, assigned by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU). You dial it immediately after Egypt's exit code (00 or +).

What is the exit code for making international calls from Egypt?

Egypt's international exit code is 00. On most mobile phones, you can substitute the + symbol for 00. Either works to initiate an international call.

How do I call a mobile phone in the UAE from Egypt?

Dial 00 (or +), then 971, then the 2-digit mobile prefix (e.g. 50, 55), then the 7-digit number. For example: 00 971 50 123 4567. Remember to drop the leading 0 from the UAE domestic format.

How do I call a Dubai landline from Egypt?

Dial 00 971 4 followed by the 7-digit number. The area code for Dubai is 4. A complete example: 00 971 4 234 5678.

What is the time difference between Egypt and the UAE?

The UAE (Gulf Standard Time, UTC+4) is 2 hours ahead of Egypt (Eastern European Time, UTC+2). When it's 10:00 AM in Cairo, it's 12:00 PM in Dubai.

How much does it cost to call the UAE from Egypt with Sayfone?

Sayfone offers calls to the UAE at $0.08 per minute. You can call directly from your browser — no app installation needed.

Why won't my VoIP call connect to a UAE number?

The UAE has restrictions on some consumer VoIP and voice-over-IP calling features in certain apps. A dedicated calling service like Sayfone, which routes calls over standard telephony networks, typically avoids these issues.

Do I need to dial the area code for UAE mobile numbers?

No. UAE mobile numbers use operator prefixes (like 50, 55, 52) instead of geographic area codes. Just dial +971 followed by the 2-digit prefix and 7-digit number.

What are the UAE business days?

The standard UAE business week is Sunday through Thursday. Friday and Saturday are the weekend. Plan your business calls accordingly.

Quick Answer

How to Call the UAE from Egypt

To call the UAE from Egypt, dial 00 (Egypt's exit code), then 971 (UAE country code), then the area or mobile prefix and the 7-digit local number. On a mobile phone you can use + instead of 00.

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Whether you're coordinating a remittance, catching up with family in Dubai, or closing a business deal in Abu Dhabi, getting the dialing sequence right is the first step.

Steps at a glance

Dial 00 (or +) — Egypt's international exit code
Dial 971 — the UAE country code
Dial the area code (e.g. 4 for Dubai, 2 for Abu Dhabi) or mobile prefix (e.g. 50, 55)
Dial the 7-digit local number

Sources

1
ITU — UAE Country Code +971
Confirms +971 as the ITU-assigned country code for the UAE.
2
Wikipedia — Telephone numbers in the United Arab Emirates
UAE numbering plan reference for area codes and mobile prefixes.

STEP-BY-STEP

How to Dial a UAE Number from Egypt

Follow these steps to place an international call from Egypt to any landline or mobile phone in the United Arab Emirates.

1
Dial Egypt's International Exit Code
From a landline, dial 00. From a mobile phone, you can press and hold 0 to get + or simply type +. Both 00 and + route your call internationally.
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00 or +
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2
Dial the UAE Country Code
Enter 971, which is the internationally assigned country code for the United Arab Emirates. This routes your call to the UAE telephone network.
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00 971
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3
Dial the Area Code or Mobile Prefix
For a landline, dial the emirate's area code: 2 for Abu Dhabi, 4 for Dubai, 6 for Sharjah/Ajman, 7 for Ras Al Khaimah, or 9 for Fujairah. For a mobile, dial the 2-digit operator prefix such as 50, 52, 54, 55, 56, or 58. Do not include the leading 0 used in domestic UAE dialing.
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00 971 4 (Dubai landline) or 00 971 50 (mobile)
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4
Dial the 7-Digit Local Number
Complete the call by entering the recipient's 7-digit subscriber number.
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00 971 4 123 4567 (Dubai landline) or 00 971 50 123 4567 (mobile)
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Dialing format reference

+971

Use these patterns when entering a full international number to +971.

Mobile

+971 5X XXX XXXX

Landline

+971 Y XXX XXXX

+971 4 234 5678 (Dubai landline)
+971 2 345 6789 (Abu Dhabi landline)
+971 50 123 4567 (Etisalat mobile)
+971 55 987 6543 (Du mobile)

Major city area codes

Abu Dhabi2

Al Ain3

Dubai4

Sharjah / Ajman / Umm Al Quwain6

Ras Al Khaimah7

Fujairah9

Sources

1
ITU — UAE E.164 Numbering Plan
Official numbering plan confirming 8–9 digit national numbers for the UAE.
2
Wikipedia — Telephone numbers in the UAE
Source for area codes and mobile prefixes.

DIALING RULES

Important Dialing Rules for Egypt → UAE Calls

Keep these rules in mind to avoid dropped or mis-routed calls when dialing the UAE from Egypt.

Drop the Leading 0

UAE domestic numbers start with 0 (e.g. 04 for Dubai, 050 for mobile). When calling from Egypt, always omit this leading 0 — dial 971 4, not 971 04.

Use 00 or + to Dial Out from Egypt

Egypt's international exit code is 00. On mobile phones you can substitute + for 00. Both work identically for routing the call internationally.

UAE Numbers Are 8–9 Digits After +971

Landlines are 8 digits (1-digit area code + 7-digit number). Mobile numbers are 9 digits (2-digit operator prefix + 7-digit number). If the total digit count doesn't match, double-check the number.

Mobile vs. Landline Prefix Matters

Landline area codes are a single digit (2, 3, 4, 6, 7, or 9). Mobile prefixes are two digits starting with 5 (50, 52, 54, 55, 56, 58). Mixing these up may result in a wrong number or failed call.

TIMING & TIPS

Best Times and Tips for Calling the UAE from Egypt

The UAE operates on Gulf Standard Time (GST, UTC+4), which is 2 hours ahead of Egypt Eastern European Time (EET, UTC+2). Plan your calls accordingly to catch your contact at a good time.

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With 750,000 Egyptians in the UAE and billions in bilateral trade, calls between these two countries cover everything from family check-ins and remittance coordination to business logistics and trade finance.

Time & windows

Best for Personal Calls

6:00 PM – 9:00 PM (Egypt time)

8:00 PM – 11:00 PM in the UAE — evening hours when family and friends are likely free.

Best for Business Calls

8:00 AM – 3:00 PM (Egypt time)

10:00 AM – 5:00 PM in the UAE — standard business hours (Sunday–Thursday).

Avoid

After 10:00 PM Egypt time

After midnight in the UAE — too late for most personal or business calls.

🇪🇬UAE Business Hours (Sun–Thu)

8:00 AM – 5:00 PM GST (6:00 AM – 3:00 PM Egypt)Friday and Saturday are weekends in the UAE.

🇪🇬UAE Evening (Personal)

7:00 PM – 10:00 PM GST (5:00 PM – 8:00 PM Egypt)Good window for family calls.

🇪🇬Ramadan Hours

10:00 AM – 2:00 PM GST (8:00 AM – 12:00 PM Egypt)During Ramadan, UAE business hours are typically shortened.

Calling tips

Save UAE contacts in +971 format so they work whether you're in Egypt or travelling elsewhere.
If calling a UAE mobile, confirm whether the person uses Etisalat (050/054/056) or Du (052/055/058) — it doesn't affect dialing, but it helps if you need to troubleshoot connectivity.
International call rates from Egyptian carriers can be expensive. Using a browser-based calling service like Sayfone at $0.08/min can significantly cut costs.
For frequent calls, test the connection quality during off-peak hours (early morning Egypt time) when networks are less congested.

Business etiquette

The UAE business week runs Sunday through Thursday. Avoid scheduling calls on Friday or Saturday.
Start calls with a warm greeting — Arabic courtesies such as 'As-salamu alaykum' are appreciated in business settings.
For B2B calls related to trade or logistics, schedule in advance via email or messaging — cold calls are less common in UAE business culture.
Be aware that during Ramadan, working hours shift and the pace of business may slow.

Sources

1
Calilio — UAE Phone Number Format and Time Zone
Notes UAE is UTC+4 and recommends checking time difference before calling.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Common Issues When Calling the UAE from Egypt

If your call isn't connecting, one of these common issues may be the cause. Most can be fixed by double-checking your dialing format.

Call Fails Immediately

Make sure you dialed the exit code (00 or +) before 971. Without it, your call stays on the Egyptian domestic network and cannot reach the UAE.

Wrong Number or 'Number Not in Service'

Check that you dropped the leading 0 from the UAE number. Dialing 00 971 04 instead of 00 971 4 adds an extra digit and sends the call to the wrong destination.

VoIP Call Quality or Connectivity Issues

The UAE has historically restricted certain VoIP and voice-calling features in consumer messaging apps. If you experience connection problems with a VoIP service, switching to a dedicated calling platform like Sayfone — which operates over standard telephony infrastructure — can resolve the issue.

Hearing a Recorded Message in Arabic

UAE carriers play automated messages for invalid numbers, out-of-service lines, or numbers that cannot receive international calls. Verify the number with your contact and try again.

High Charges on Your Egyptian Carrier

Standard international call rates from Egyptian mobile operators can be expensive. If cost is a concern, consider using Sayfone for calls to the UAE at $0.08/min — accessible directly from your browser with no special setup required.

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How to use these tools

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