How To Call Dubai From Singapore
Quick Reference Summary
To call Dubai from Singapore:
001 + 971 + 4 + Local Number
Examples:
- For Dubai landline: 001 + 971 + 4 + XXX XXXX
- For Dubai mobile phone: 001 + 971 + 50 (or 55/56) + XXX XXXX
When it’s 12 PM (noon) in Singapore, it’s 8 AM in Dubai (4 hours behind).
How to Call a Landline in Dubai
Calling a Dubai landline from Singapore is easy if you follow these steps:
- Dial Singapore’s international access code: 001 (or 002, 008 depending on your carrier)
- Dial the United Arab Emirates country code: 971
- Dial Dubai’s area code: 4
- Dial the local phone number
For example, if you’re calling a Dubai number written as (04) 123 4567, you would dial 001 971 4 123 4567 from Singapore.
Important: When people in Dubai write down phone numbers, they often include a 0 before the area code (e.g., 04 123 4567). But when you call from Singapore, you need to drop this 0 and just dial the area code after the country code.
How to Call a Mobile Phone in Dubai
Calling a Dubai mobile phone follows a similar pattern:
- Dial Singapore’s international access code: 001 (or 002, 008)
- Dial the United Arab Emirates country code: 971
- Dial the mobile prefix (50, 55, or 56 for Dubai numbers)
- Dial the rest of the mobile number
For example, if the Dubai mobile number is 050 123 4567, you would dial 001 971 50 123 4567 from Singapore.
Remember: Dubai mobile numbers start with 0 followed by 50, 55, or 56 when dialed within the UAE. From Singapore, you drop the 0 and dial the remaining digits after the country code 971.
Different Ways to Dial Internationally from Singapore
Singapore offers several international access codes depending on which phone company you use:
- 001: SingTel
- 002: M1
- 008: StarHub
The choice of access code might affect how much your call costs. If you’re using a phone card, follow the specific instructions that came with your card.
Understanding Dubai and UAE Phone Numbers
Landline Numbers
Dubai landline numbers usually have:
- The area code 4 (with a 0 in front when dialed within UAE)
- A 7-digit local number
Total digits: 9 (when dialed in UAE) or 8 (when called from other countries)
Mobile Numbers
UAE mobile numbers have:
- A 2-digit mobile prefix (with a 0 in front when dialed in UAE)
- A 7-digit personal number
Total digits: 10 (when dialed in UAE) or 9 (when called from other countries)
Area Codes for UAE Cities
Here’s a list of area codes for major cities and regions in the United Arab Emirates. Remember to drop the 0 when calling from Singapore:
| City/Region | Area Code (drop the 0 when calling from Singapore) |
|---|---|
| Dubai | 4 |
| Abu Dhabi | 2 |
| Sharjah | 6 |
| Ajman | 6 |
| Fujairah | 9 |
| Ras Al Khaimah | 7 |
| Umm Al Quwain | 6 |
| Al Ain | 3 |
Mobile Phone Prefixes
UAE mobile numbers start with 0 followed by specific digits that show which company the phone belongs to. When calling from Singapore, drop the 0 and dial the remaining digits after the country code 971.
| Network | Prefixes (drop the 0 when calling from Singapore) |
|---|---|
| Etisalat | 50, 54, 56 |
| Du | 52, 55, 58 |
| Virgin Mobile | 58 |
Time Difference
Dubai and the UAE are in Gulf Standard Time (GST), which is UTC+4 all year round. The UAE does not use daylight saving time.
Singapore is in UTC+8 all year round and also does not use daylight saving time.
This means Dubai is always 4 hours behind Singapore throughout the year.
Special Numbers to Know
Service Numbers
- 800 numbers: UAE toll-free numbers (usually can’t be called from outside UAE)
- 600 numbers: Paid service numbers (may not be accessible from abroad)
- 9xx: Short codes for services (not accessible from abroad)
Emergency Numbers
- 999: Police
- 998: Ambulance
- 997: Fire Department These cannot be dialed from outside the UAE.
Calling Business Extensions
When calling a business in Dubai that has extensions:
- Dial the full international number as usual
- Wait for the automated system to answer
- Then enter the extension number when prompted
Many businesses in Dubai have English language options in their automated systems, as English is widely spoken in the UAE.
Best Time to Call
Due to the 4-hour time difference, here are some good times to call Dubai from Singapore:
- Best times to call during weekdays: 12 PM – 9 PM Singapore time (8 AM – 5 PM Dubai time)
- Weekend timing: Remember that the UAE work week is Sunday-Thursday, with Friday and Saturday being the weekend
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