UAE Virtual Phone Number
Get a local +971 number for United Arab Emirates and route it anywhere — mobile, desk phone or IVR. No hardware, no local office required in most cases.
A UAE virtual phone number is a +971 number that is not tied to a physical phone line. Calls route over the internet to whichever device you choose, so your customers in United Arab Emirates dial a local number while your team answers from anywhere.
Why use a UAE number?
The UAE is our own headquarters market. A +971 number signals local presence to customers across the Gulf, where buyers frequently prefer a regional contact number.
The practical benefit is answer rate. People are measurably more likely to answer, and to call back, a number that looks local to them than an international one — which is the whole reason this category exists.
What you can get in United Arab Emirates
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Country code | +971 |
| Number types | Local geographic |
| Coverage | Dubai, Abu Dhabi |
| Porting | Free, subject to provider and number type |
| Included | HD voice, IVR, call routing, recording, voicemail-to-email |
Requirements and restrictions
The UAE telecom market is tightly regulated by the TDRA, and VoIP provision is restricted. Requirements here are stricter than in most markets — talk to us about what is actually possible for your use case before planning around it.
We would rather tell you a number is not available than take an order we cannot fulfil. Numbering rules differ substantially between countries, and a provider that claims every market is equally easy is not being straight with you.
Frequently asked questions
How do I get a UAE virtual phone number?
Choose United Arab Emirates during signup, select an available +971 number, and route it to any device — desk phone, mobile app or softphone. The UAE telecom market is tightly regulated by the TDRA, and VoIP provision is restricted. Requirements here are stricter than in most markets — talk to us about what is actually possible for your use case before planning around it.
Do I need an office in United Arab Emirates to get a number?
The UAE telecom market is tightly regulated by the TDRA, and VoIP provision is restricted. Requirements here are stricter than in most markets — talk to us about what is actually possible for your use case before planning around it.
What does a UAE virtual number cost?
Numbers are included with Salamtalk plans at $15, $25 and $40 per user per month, with a 14-day free trial. Per-minute charges apply to outbound calls based on destination; United Arab Emirates rates are confirmed before you order.
Can I forward calls from my +971 number anywhere?
Yes. Calls to your UAE number can ring a mobile, a desk phone, a softphone or a full IVR menu anywhere in the world. The caller pays their normal domestic rate to reach you.
Can I send SMS from a UAE number?
SMS availability depends on the number type and local regulation, and it is not universal across markets. We confirm whether SMS is supported on the specific +971 range you are ordering rather than assuming it is.
Can I port an existing UAE number?
In most cases yes, and porting is free with Salamtalk. Portability depends on your current provider and the number type. Send us the number and we will confirm before you commit to anything.
Virtual numbers in other countries
- Singapore virtual phone number +65
- Hong Kong virtual phone number +852
- Canadian virtual phone number +1
- UK virtual phone number +44
- Australian virtual phone number +61
- German virtual phone number +49
See global numbers for the full international directory, or US local numbers by area code if you need a North American presence.
Check UAE number availability
Tell us the city and number type you need and we will confirm what is available and what the requirements are before you order.