Saudi Arabia
Phone Code is +966
Need to call Riyadh, Jeddah, or Mecca? The country code for Saudi Arabia is +966. Connect with family, business partners, or hotels instantly from your browser without roaming fees.
How to Call Saudi Arabia Step-by-Step
Follow these simple steps to connect to any landline or mobile in the Kingdom.
Exit Code
Dial your country's exit code.
011 (USA/Canada)
00 (UK/Europe)
(Or just hold 0 to get + on mobile)
KSA Code (+966)
Dial +966. This routes your call to the Saudi Telecom network.
Area Code & Number
Dial the city code or mobile prefix.Important: Drop the leading zero!
The "Drop the Zero" Rule
Saudi area codes and mobile prefixes start with '0' (e.g., 011 for Riyadh, 055 for STC). When calling from abroad, you must remove this zero.
Saudi Arabia City Codes
Use these area codes for landline calls. Remember to drop the '0' when dialing internationally.
| City | Region | Area Code |
|---|---|---|
| Riyadh | Central | 011 |
| Jeddah | Western (Makkah) | 012 |
| Mecca (Makkah) | Western | 012 |
| Dammam | Eastern | 013 |
| Khobar | Eastern | 013 |
| City | Region | Area Code |
|---|---|---|
| Medina (Madinah) | Western | 014 |
| Tabuk | Northwest | 014 |
| Abha | Southern | 017 |
| Najran | Southern | 017 |
| Buraydah | Qassim | 016 |
Saudi Mobile Prefixes
Identify the carrier by the prefix. Dial +966 followed by these numbers (dropping the first 0).
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the country code for Saudi Arabia?
The country calling code for Saudi Arabia is +966. You must dial this after your country's exit code (011 for US, 00 for Europe) and before the area code.
How do I call a mobile number in Saudi Arabia?
Saudi mobile numbers are 10 digits long and start with 05 (e.g., 050, 055). When calling from abroad, drop the leading '0'. Dial +966 followed by the 9-digit mobile number (e.g., +966 50 123 4567).
What are the area codes for major cities?
Riyadh is 011, Jeddah/Mecca is 012, and Dammam/Khobar is 013. Remember to remove the '0' when dialing internationally (e.g., +966 11... for Riyadh).
Can I use StartACall for business calls to KSA?
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