How to Call
Saudi Arabia from USA
Connecting with family in Riyadh or business partners in Jeddah? The country code is +966. Skip the expensive international carrier rates and make HD voice calls directly from your browser.
How to Dial Saudi Arabia from USA
Follow this simple 3-step process to connect your call.
Exit Code (011)
Dial 011 first. This signals you are making an international call from the USA or Canada.
(On mobile/VoIP, just hold '0' to get '+')
Country Code (+966)
Dial 966. This directs your call to the Saudi Arabian telecom network.
Area Code & Number
Dial the city code (e.g., 11 for Riyadh) and the 7-digit number.
Note: Drop the leading '0' of the area code.
Dialing Examples
011 (USA Exit) + 966 (Saudi Code) + 11 (Riyadh Area Code without 0) + Number
011 (USA Exit) + 966 (Saudi Code) + 5X (Mobile Prefix without 0) + Number
Saudi Arabia City Codes
Use these area codes when calling landlines in specific regions.
| City | Region | Area Code |
|---|---|---|
| Riyadh | Central | 011 |
| Jeddah | Western | 012 |
| Mecca (Makkah) | Western | 012 |
| Dammam | Eastern | 013 |
| Khobar | Eastern | 013 |
| City | Region | Area Code |
|---|---|---|
| Medina | Western | 014 |
| Abha | Southern | 017 |
| Tabuk | Northern | 014 |
| Hail | Northern | 016 |
| Buraydah | Central | 016 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the country code for Saudi Arabia?
The country code is +966. When calling from the USA, you dial 011 + 966, followed by the number.
Do I need to dial a zero before the area code?
No. While domestic calls within Saudi Arabia require a leading zero (e.g., 011 for Riyadh), you must drop this zero when calling from the USA (e.g., +966 11...).
How do I call a mobile number in Saudi Arabia?
Saudi mobile numbers start with 05 (e.g., 050, 055, 059). When calling from the USA, drop the leading zero. Dial: 011 + 966 + 5X XXX XXXX.
Is WhatsApp calling blocked in Saudi Arabia?
VoIP services like WhatsApp and FaceTime are often restricted or blocked in Saudi Arabia. StartACall uses browser-based WebRTC technology which works reliably to connect calls to standard phone lines.
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