🇦🇪Botim Alternatives for Dubai Calling

Call Dubai and UAE
Country Code+971

Reach United Arab Emirates (+971) from any browser. You only add a number when you also want to receive inbound calls.

Product facts

  • Outbound: No dedicated number required.
  • Inbound: Requires US/Canada digital number ($2.14 to $5/month).
  • No apps: Works in Chrome, Safari, Edge, Firefox.

Product facts: Botim Alternatives

  • Outbound calling: Place calls worldwide instantly. No dedicated number required.
  • Inbound calling: To receive calls in your browser, a unique US or Canada digital number is required ($2.14 to $5/month).
  • App-free: Works directly in Chrome, Safari, Edge, or Firefox.
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How to Call UAE from Abroad

Use +971 then the area or mobile code. StartACall connects your browser to the UAE PSTN so calls behave like normal phone calls.

1

International Prefix

From most countries dial your international exit code or + then 971. Example: +971 4 for Dubai.On mobile and browser VoIP use +971 directly

2

UAE Code (+971)

Dial +971 then the local area or mobile prefix without any leading zeros.

3

Area or Mobile Code

For landlines use the area digit like 4 for Dubai and 2 for Abu Dhabi. For mobiles use 50, 55, 56 and others.Note: No extra carrier codes required for international calls

Dialing Examples

Examples for calling UAE from abroad. With StartACall you place these numbers from your browser and we connect to the UAE PSTN.

Landline (Dubai)
+971 4 1234 5678
Mobile (UAE)
+971 50 5123 456
Mobile prefixes commonly start with 50, 52, 55, 56

UAE Area Codes

Common codes for major emirates and examples for dialing with +971.

CityRegionCode
DubaiDubai Emirate4
Abu DhabiAbu Dhabi Emirate2
SharjahSharjah Emirate6
CityRegionCode
Ras Al KhaimahRAK7
FujairahFujairah9
Mobile Numbers

UAE Mobile Prefixes

Mobile numbers use specific prefixes that follow the country code. Here is what to expect.

Common Prefixes

UAE mobile numbers start with 5 after the leading zero. Examples include 50, 52, 54, 55, 56 and 58. When dialing from abroad omit the initial 0 and use +971.

+971 50 5123 456

Botim and Licensed Apps

Some users in the UAE rely on local licensed VoIP apps like Botim. Alternatives include browser-based VoIP services that bridge to the PSTN so calls are compliant and behave like normal phone calls.

Browser callingNo app required

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StartACall links your browser to the PSTN using Twilio so you can call UAE landlines and mobiles just like a regular phone. No app downloads and no complex setup. Add AI features like realtime copilot and autonomous voice agents for advanced workflows.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need Botim to call UAE?

No. Botim is one licensed option, but you can also use browser-based VoIP that connects to the PSTN so calls are placed as regular phone calls.

Can I call Dubai landlines and mobiles?

Yes. Use +971 then the area digit for landlines or the mobile prefix for mobiles. StartACall connects your browser to UAE phone numbers via licensed routes.

Do I have to install any software?

No. StartACall works entirely in the browser. No downloads or special permissions required.

Can StartACall replace Botim for business calling?

Yes. For outbound and inbound PSTN calls, browser-based VoIP with virtual numbers and AI features provides a stronger business workflow than consumer VoIP apps.

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Calling United Arab Emirates: what to know

United Arab Emirates answers on the country code +971, with the capital in Abu Dhabi and most business concentrated around Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Sharjah. The working language for business is Arabic (official), English (widely used in business), and local offices generally keep hours of 8:00 to 17:00 Monday Friday since the UAE shifted to a Western work week in 2022. Friday is a half-day in many companies for prayer breaks.

Outbound calls on StartACall need no phone number and no app. You place them from the browser, and you only add a US or Canada number when you also want to receive inbound calls.

Most mobiles in United Arab Emirates sit on operators such as Etisalat (e&), du (EITC). Most UAE business communication is in English; Arabic greetings are appreciated but not required.

United Arab Emirates runs on UTC plus 4, and it does not observe daylight saving, so the time difference stays constant through the year.

How to dial United Arab Emirates

  1. 1
    Start with the plus sign

    On a mobile, press and hold 0 to enter the plus sign. The plus sign works from any country, so you do not need to remember a local exit code.

  2. 2
    Enter the country code +971

    +971 routes the call to United Arab Emirates.

  3. 3
    Add the local number

    Dial the destination number without its leading 0. For Dubai that means including the area code 4.

Rates to United Arab Emirates (+971)

Pay as you go, billed per minute with no connection surprises. A sample 10 minute call is shown for each line type.

Line typePer minute10 minute call
Mobile$0.9025$9.03
Landline$1.0945$10.95

Rates as of 2026-06-06, in US dollars, and subject to change. The exact rate is always confirmed in the dialer before you connect.

Frequently asked questions

What is the country code for United Arab Emirates?+

The country code for United Arab Emirates is +971. Dubai uses the area code 4.

Do I need to install an app to call United Arab Emirates?+

No. StartACall runs in your browser on Chrome, Safari, Edge and Firefox, so you can place the call without downloading anything or buying a phone number for outbound calls.

Can I receive calls as well?+

Outbound calls need no number. To receive inbound calls you add a US or Canada digital number, billed monthly, and answer it in the same browser tab.

Last reviewed June 2026Reviewed by the StartACall calling teamDialing rules cross checked against ITU international dialing procedures
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