What is the country code for the United Arab Emirates?

The UAE country code is 971. When calling from Jordan, dial 00971 or +971 before the area code and local number.

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

Sayfone charges 8¢ per minute for calls to the UAE. The rate is transparent—transparent pricing or surprise charges. You see the rate before placing the call.

Do I need an app to call the UAE?

No. With Sayfone, you call directly from your browser. No app download or installation is required—just log in and dial.

What's the time difference between Jordan and the UAE?

The UAE is 2 hours ahead of Jordan year-round. If it's 10:00 AM in Jordan, it's 12:00 PM in the UAE. There is no daylight saving time in either country.

Can I call UAE mobile numbers from Jordan?

Yes. UAE mobile numbers start with 5 and are dialed as +971 5X XXXXXXX (e.g., +971 50 123 4567). The process is the same as calling landlines.

What if my call to the UAE fails?

Check that you've included the area code without the leading zero, and verify the full number has the correct digit count. If the problem persists, try again in a few moments or at a different time. Some network congestion during peak hours can affect connection quality.

Are there any restrictions on calling certain numbers in the UAE?

Most residential and business numbers are accessible from abroad. Some special numbers (toll-free, premium lines) may not route correctly on international calls. Verify the number with your contact if you encounter routing issues.

Do I need to sign up for a contract or subscription?

No. Sayfone operates on transparent per-minute pricing. You pay only for the minutes you use—transparent per-minute pricing, subscriptions, or sign-up walls.

Quick Answer

Call UAE from Jordan in 3 Steps

Dial +971 followed by the area code and local number. Most calls to UAE landlines and mobiles connect instantly with Sayfone at transparent per-minute rates from your browser.

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Cost tools

🇯🇴From Jordan

To United Arab Emirates🇦🇪

$0.08

Per minute

+971

Country code

Call quality

Landline rate

$0.08/min

Mobile rate

$0.08/min

Same per-minute Sayfone rate for landline and mobile.

Average call quality

Steps at a glance

Enter +971 or 00971 (UAE country code)
Add the area code (e.g., 2 for Abu Dhabi, 4 for Dubai)
Dial the 7-digit local number

HOW TO DIAL

Step-by-Step Dialing Instructions

Follow these steps to dial any number in the United Arab Emirates from Jordan.

1
Dial the international access code
From Jordan, start with 00 or the + symbol. This tells your phone to dial internationally.
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00 or +
```
2
Enter UAE country code
The United Arab Emirates country code is 971. Dial this after the international access code.
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00971 or +971
```
3
Add the area code
UAE area codes vary by emirate. Dubai is 4, Abu Dhabi is 2, Sharjah is 6. Drop the leading 0 if dialing from abroad.
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00971 4 (Dubai) or 00971 2 (Abu Dhabi)
```
4
Dial the local number
Complete the call with the 7-digit local subscriber number. The full number is typically 10 digits after the country code.
```
00971 4 1234567 (full example for Dubai landline)
```

Dialing format reference

+971

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

Mobile

+971 5X XXXXXXX (X = 0–9)

Landline

+971 X XXXXXXX (X = area code digit)

+971 2 1234567 (Abu Dhabi landline)
+971 4 5678901 (Dubai landline)
+971 50 1234567 (mobile)

Major city area codes

Abu Dhabi2

Dubai4

Sharjah6

Ajman7

Ras Al Khaimah7

Fujairah9

Umm Al Quwain6

Sources

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ITU-T Recommendation E.164 (International numbering plans)
International dialing format reference

IMPORTANT RULES

UAE Dialing Rules & Formats

Key rules to follow when calling the United Arab Emirates from Jordan.

Always drop the leading zero from area codes when dialing internationally

UAE area codes within the country include a leading 0 (e.g., 02 for Abu Dhabi). When dialing from abroad, omit this zero and dial the single digit (e.g., +971 2, not +971 02).

Mobile numbers require the 5 prefix

All UAE mobile numbers start with 5 when dialed domestically (e.g., 050 123 4567). When calling from abroad, include the 5 after the country code: +971 50 123 4567.

Use + or 00 for international format

From Jordan, you can begin an international call with + (if supported by your phone) or 00 (standard for Middle Eastern networks). Both formats are equivalent.

Landline numbers are 7 digits after the area code

UAE landline numbers follow the format +971 [area code] [7-digit number]. Ensure you have all digits before dialing.

CALLING TIPS

Best Times to Call UAE & Timing Tips

Optimize your calls to the United Arab Emirates by considering time zones and local business hours.

🇦🇪

The UAE is typically 2 hours ahead of Jordan year-round, with no daylight saving time differences.

Time & windows

When it's 12:00 PM in Jordan

It's 2:00 PM in UAE

UAE is 2 hours ahead

When it's 9:00 AM in Jordan

It's 11:00 AM in UAE

Best for morning calls

🇯🇴Business hours (UAE)

8:00 AM – 6:00 PM GSTMost offices open Saturday–Thursday; Friday–Saturday are weekends

🇯🇴Optimal calling window from Jordan

6:00 AM – 4:00 PM Jordan TimeAligns with UAE business hours

🇯🇴UAE lunch break

12:00 PM – 2:00 PM GSTMany offices close; reduce call success rate

🇯🇴Early evening (Jordan time)

After 6:00 PM Jordan TimeReaches residents outside business contexts

Calling tips

Avoid Friday calls—it's a weekend in the UAE. Saturday is the first business day.
The UAE observes no daylight saving time, so the 2-hour difference is consistent year-round.
If calling a mobile number outside business hours, expect personal voicemail or delayed responses.
Peak connection times are mid-morning (UAE time), before the 12 PM lunch break.

Business etiquette

Start with formal greetings, especially in business contexts. Use titles and family names until invited otherwise.
Avoid calling late evening (after 8 PM UAE time) unless the contact has provided explicit permission.
Brief introduction before getting to the point shows respect and increases call acceptance.
Be mindful that many UAE residents are expatriates; clarity in English is universally appreciated.

Sources

1
timeanddate.com UAE time zone
Time zone and current time reference

TROUBLESHOOTING

Common Issues & What to Do

Solutions for connection problems and special number handling when calling the UAE.

Call drops or poor quality

Check your internet connection if using a browser-based service. Mobile networks in Jordan and UAE sometimes experience temporary congestion during peak hours. Try calling again during off-peak times (early morning or late evening).

Number format errors

Ensure you've entered the area code without the leading zero (e.g., 4 for Dubai, not 04). If the dialing reference widget shows the correct format, compare your number against it before retrying.

Voicemail or unavailable tone

The recipient's phone may be off, out of range, or on voicemail. Try again in a few minutes. If calling a business, verify business hours (Saturday–Thursday, 8 AM–6 PM GST) before assuming the line is inactive.

Special numbers (toll-free, premium lines)

Some special numbers may not route correctly on international calls. If you encounter this, verify the number with your contact via email or messaging before attempting again.

International dialing blocked

If your phone provider blocks international calls, contact them to enable it or use a browser-based calling service like Sayfone, which initiates calls through a web connection instead.

Savings

See what you could save

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How to use these tools

Sayfone uses your live rate for calls to United Arab Emirates — the same basis as the rest of this page.
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