Cheap Calls to Saudi Arabia — From $0.2840/min
Country code: +966
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How Much Does a Call to Saudi Arabia Cost?
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Rate Breakdown — Saudi Arabia
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How to Dial Saudi Arabia from the US
Dial the exit code — Press 011 (or + on a cell phone) to initiate an international call from the US.
Enter 966 — This is Saudi Arabia's country code. Drop the leading 0 used in domestic dialing.
Dial the local number — Enter the area code (1 for Riyadh, 2 for Jeddah/Mecca, 3 for Dammam) plus the subscriber number, or the mobile prefix (5x) plus 8 digits.
Number Format Examples
Landline (Riyadh): +966 11 234 5678
Landline (Jeddah): +966 12 234 5678
Mobile (STC): +966 50 123 4567
Mobile (Mobily): +966 56 123 4567
Common Mistakes
- Including the trunk 0 — Drop the leading 0 from domestic numbers. Dial +966 11, not +966 011.
- Confusing area codes — Riyadh = 11, Jeddah/Mecca = 12, Dammam/Eastern = 13. The first digit indicates the region.
- Wrong mobile prefix — All Saudi mobile numbers start with 5 (50, 53, 54, 55, 56, 57, 58, 59). If the number starts with anything else, it's a landline.
- VoIP blocked on arrival — Saudi Arabia has historically blocked VoIP services like WhatsApp and FaceTime calling. Regular phone calls always work.
What You Actually Pay — Saudi Arabia Rate Comparison
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Best Time to Call Saudi Arabia
Riyadh
7:26 PM
Fri, Mar 20
Jeddah
7:26 PM
Fri, Mar 20
Mecca
7:26 PM
Fri, Mar 20
Dammam
7:26 PM
Fri, Mar 20
Medina
7:26 PM
Fri, Mar 20
Time zone: UTC+3 (no daylight saving)
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Calling Saudi Arabia — Things to Know
- WhatsApp is the most popular messaging app in Saudi Arabia, used by virtually everyone. However, WhatsApp voice/video calls have historically been restricted.
- Saudi Arabia lifted its ban on VoIP calls in 2017, but some services may still be throttled. Regular phone calls are always reliable.
- The kingdom does not observe daylight saving time — Saudi Arabia is UTC+3 year-round. This makes time zone calculations simpler.
- STC (Saudi Telecom Company) is the largest carrier (prefix 50, 55), followed by Mobily (56, 54) and Zain (58, 59).
- Friday and Saturday are the weekend in Saudi Arabia. Business calls should be placed Sunday through Thursday.
- During Ramadan, business hours shift significantly. Many offices operate from 10 AM to 3 PM only.
- Millions of expatriate workers live in Saudi Arabia, especially from India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and the Philippines. You may be calling someone from these countries on a Saudi number.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to call Saudi Arabia from the US?
With BubblyPhone, calls to Saudi Arabia start at approximately 5¢ per minute. Major carriers like AT&T and Verizon charge $1.49–$1.50/min.
What is the country code for Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia's country code is +966. Dial 011-966 from a US landline or +966 from a mobile phone.
What is the area code for Riyadh?
Riyadh's area code is 11. Dial +966 11 followed by the 7-digit local number.
Can I use WhatsApp to call Saudi Arabia?
WhatsApp messaging works in Saudi Arabia. Voice calls are available since the VoIP ban was lifted in 2017, but quality can vary. BubblyPhone provides reliable voice calls at 5¢/min.
What are Saudi mobile number prefixes?
All Saudi mobile numbers start with 5: STC uses 50 and 55, Mobily uses 54 and 56, Zain uses 58 and 59. Some newer prefixes (51, 53, 57) are also in use.
What time is it in Saudi Arabia when it's noon in New York?
Saudi Arabia is 8 hours ahead of Eastern Time (7 hours during EDT). When it's noon in New York, it's 7 or 8 PM in Riyadh.
Is Friday a workday in Saudi Arabia?
No, Friday and Saturday are the weekend. Business hours are Sunday through Thursday, typically 8 AM to 5 PM.
Can I call Saudi Arabia during Ramadan?
Yes, but business hours are shorter during Ramadan. Personal calls are fine anytime, though evenings after iftar (breaking fast) are preferred.
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