TelephoneThe United Arab Emirates has a modern telecommunications infrastructure. Local telephone calls are free. There are discounted rates for international direct calls apply from 9 p.m. to 7 a.m. and all day Fridays and public holidays.

GSM is the primary mobile platform and is the major way Emiratis communicate. "Speak Easy" is a GSM mobile service for those visitors who cannot use their own mobile phones in the UAE. You can buy a new mobile phone and purchase a temporary SIM card or use your own handset with a temporary card.

Country Code: 971

City Codes:
Abu Dhabi: 2
Aiman: 6
Al Ain: 3
Dubai: 4
Fujairah: 9
Jebel Ali: 4
Ra's l-Khaimah: 7
Sharjah: 6
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To Make a Call:

• International: Dial 00, followed by the country code, area code, and telephone number.
• Regional: Dial 0, followed by the area code and telephone number.

InternetThe United Arab Emirates is frequently referred to as the most wired country in the Middle East.