🇸🇦 Call Saudi Arabia from USA
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US to Saudi Arabia Dialing Format
011 + 966 + number
From any US phone
Or use +966 + number from your cell phone
Step-by-Step: Call Saudi Arabia from USA
Follow these simple steps to dial Saudi Arabia
Dial US Exit Code
011
This tells your carrier you're making an international call
Dial Country Code
966
Saudi Arabia's international dialing code
Dial Local Number
XXXXXXXX
Include area code if applicable
Example: Dialing Saudi Arabia from USA
To call a Saudi Arabia number like 12345678
011-966-12345678
+96612345678
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| AT&T | $2.00-3.00/min | $1.50-2.50/min | $0.50+ |
| Verizon | $1.79-2.99/min | $1.49-2.49/min | $0.49+ |
| T-Mobile | $1.50-2.50/min | $1.25-2.00/min | Varies |
Carrier rates are approximate and may vary. Check with your carrier for exact rates.
Saudi Arabia Phone Number Details
What to know when dialing Saudi Arabia from the US
| Country Code | +966 |
| Number Length | 9 digits |
| Mobile Prefixes | 50, 53, 54, 55, 56, 58, 59 |
| Trunk Prefix | 0 (omit when calling from US) |
| Emergency Number | 911 |
Important Dialing Note
Drop the leading 0 when calling from abroad. Saudi mobile numbers are 10 digits starting with 05 locally. Internationally, dial +966 followed by 9 digits. For example, 055-123-4567 becomes +966-55-123-4567. Riyadh landlines: +966-11-XXX-XXXX, Jeddah: +966-12-XXX-XXXX.
About Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia is the largest country in the Middle East with a population of over 36 million. Riyadh is the capital and largest city, while Jeddah is the commercial hub and gateway to the holy cities of Mecca and Medina. The Kingdom has a massive expatriate population — over 13 million foreign workers from South Asia, Southeast Asia, and other regions — who regularly call family in their home countries.
Capital
Riyadh
Language
Arabic
Timezone
UTC+3
Currency
SAR
Tips for Calling Saudi Arabia from the US
Saudi Arabia is 8 hours ahead of US Eastern Time. Business hours are typically Sunday through Thursday, 8 AM to 5 PM, as Friday and Saturday are the weekend. During Ramadan, business hours are shortened significantly. Saudi social customs generally allow calls until about 10 PM. Avoid calling during prayer times (five times daily) when many Saudis are unavailable.
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Calling Saudi Arabia from USA FAQ
How do I call Saudi Arabia from the USA?
From a US phone, dial 011 + 966 + local number. From a US cell phone, you can also dial +966 + local number using the + symbol (press and hold 0 on most phones).
How much does it cost to call Saudi Arabia from USA?
With InternationalCall, calls to Saudi Arabia from the USA cost $0.23/min for mobile and $0.23/min for landline. Major US carriers like AT&T and Verizon typically charge $1.50-3.00/min plus connection fees.
What is 011 when calling internationally from USA?
011 is the US international access code (also called exit code). You dial this before any international call from a US landline or phone. It tells the phone system you're making an international call. On cell phones, you can use + instead.
Do I need an international plan to call Saudi Arabia?
No! With InternationalCall, you don't need to add any international plan to your US carrier. Simply use our service to call Saudi Arabia at $0.23/min. You can call from any device with internet - phone, tablet, or computer.
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