Free Call to Jordan from US — $0.38/min (2026)
Call Jordan for $0.38/min with BubblyPhone. WhatsApp dominant. Country code +962, Amman 6. Zain, Orange, Umniah. Friday-Saturday weekend. EET (UTC+2).
Calling Jordan costs $0.38/min with BubblyPhone — $22.80 for a full hour. The country code is +962, with Amman at +962 6. WhatsApp is the dominant communication app. The main carriers are Zain Jordan, Orange Jordan, and Umniah. Jordan runs on EET (UTC+2).
Whether you're calling family in Amman, friends in Aqaba, or business contacts in Jordan, here's every option for calling Jordan cheaply or for free.
Friday-Saturday Weekend
Jordan's weekend is Friday-Saturday, not Saturday-Sunday. Business hours are Sunday through Thursday. Don't call businesses on Fridays— it's the holy day. Government offices and most businesses are closed Friday and Saturday.
Free: App-to-App Calls
Both people need the app and internet. No charges, no limits.
1. WhatsApp — Dominant
WhatsApp is Jordan's primary communication app. Voice and video calls work well. Jordan has good 4G/LTE coverage in cities through Zain, Orange, and Umniah. VoIP services generally work without restrictions.
Tip:WhatsApp is used for everything in Jordan — personal, business, and even customer service. It's the safest bet for reaching anyone.
2. Facebook Messenger — Popular
Facebook is widely used in Jordan, especially among younger users. Messenger works for voice and video calls as a good WhatsApp alternative.
3. Telegram — Growing
Telegram is growing in Jordan, particularly for group chats and news channels. Voice calls work well.
4. FaceTime — Moderate
iPhone has reasonable market share in Jordan, especially among higher-income users. FaceTime works if both parties have Apple devices.
Calling Jordanian Phone Numbers
Jordan is moderately expensive to call:
| Service | Mobile Rate | Landline Rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| BubblyPhone | $0.38/min | $0.38/min | Browser, iOS, Android |
| Google Voice | $0.14/min | $0.06/min | US Google account required |
| Rebtel | $0.07/min | $0.03/min | Calling plans available |
| AT&T / Verizon | $3.00-5.00/min | $3.00-5.00/min | Up to 13x more expensive |
Our honest take: Rebtel ($0.07/min) and Google Voice ($0.14/min mobile) are cheaper than BubblyPhone ($0.38/min) for Jordan. WhatsApp works great here — use free calls whenever possible. For phone numbers, Rebtel offers the best rates.
How to Dial Jordan from the US
# From a US phone:
011 + 962 + area code + number
# From a mobile (or VoIP app):
+962 + area code + number
# Example — calling an Amman landline:
+962 6 123 4567
# Example — calling a Jordanian mobile:
+962 79 123 4567
# Example — calling Aqaba:
+962 3 201 2345
Drop the leading 0: Jordanians dial numbers starting with 0 locally (like 079 123 4567). When calling from the US, drop the 0 and use +962 followed by the rest. Amman area code is 6, Aqaba is 3.
Number Format
- Amman: +962 6 + 7 digits
- Aqaba: +962 3 + 7 digits
- Mobiles: +962 7X + 7 digits
- Drop the leading 0
- Country code: +962
Carriers & Mobile
- Zain Jordan: Largest carrier
- Orange Jordan: Second carrier
- Umniah: Third carrier
- Coverage: Good in cities
- 4G/LTE: Available nationwide
Which Method Should You Use?
Calling family in Jordan
WhatsApp — free and universally used. Voice and video calls work well in Amman and major cities. Arabic is the primary language.
Calling a Jordanian business
Rebtel ($0.03/min landline) or Google Voice ($0.06/min). English is widely spoken in business, especially in Amman's tech and tourism sectors.
Timing around the weekend
Jordan's weekend is Friday-Saturday. Call businesses Sunday-Thursday. During Ramadan, business hours shift and people keep later schedules.
Tips for Calling Jordan
- Jordan is 7 hours ahead of EST (EET, UTC+2). When it's 10 AM in New York, it's 5 PM in Amman. Best window: 8-10 AM EST (3-5 PM Jordan)
- Friday-Saturday weekend — businesses operate Sunday-Thursday. Friday is the holy day. Don't call businesses on Fridays
- Arabic is the primary language — but English is widely spoken in business, tourism, and among educated Jordanians. Many signs and menus are bilingual
- VoIP works — unlike some Gulf countries, Jordan generally doesn't restrict VoIP. WhatsApp, Messenger, and other apps work without issues
- Stable connectivity — Jordan has reliable internet infrastructure. Cell coverage is good in populated areas including Amman, Aqaba, and the Dead Sea area
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