Area Code 43 – Dubai
The phone area code for Dubai is 43 (international format +97143). Browse local exchange codes (NXX) and carrier assignments below.
📍 Geographic Location of Dubai
Geographic Overview
The +971 43 prefix is a geographic National Destination Code (NDC) assigned to landline telephone services in the Emirate of Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE). This code covers the city of Dubai and its immediate suburban areas, including major districts such as Deira, Bur Dubai, Jumeirah, and Business Bay. As a geographic number, it is tied to the PSTN (Public Switched Telephone Network) infrastructure within Dubai's fixed-line network, operated primarily by etisalat by e& and du.
Dialing Formats
When calling a Dubai landline from within the UAE, dial the trunk prefix 0, followed by the area code and subscriber number: 0 43 XXX XXXX. For example, a local call to a Dubai number would be dialed as 043 123 4567.
For international callers, dial the UAE country code +971, then the area code without the leading zero, and the subscriber number: +971 43 XXX XXXX. For instance, from abroad, you would dial +971 43 123 4567.
Number Structure and Overlays
Dubai landline numbers typically consist of 8 digits in total (including the area code). The subscriber number is 7 digits long. The UAE has implemented overlay codes in some regions, but Dubai's 04 area code remains the primary geographic code for the emirate. There are no overlay codes currently assigned to Dubai, so the 043 prefix is exclusively used for fixed-line services in the area.
Caller Instructions
Local callers within Dubai can often dial the 7-digit subscriber number directly without the area code, depending on their service provider. However, for clarity and consistency, it is recommended to always include the area code. When calling from other emirates, such as Abu Dhabi or Sharjah, you must dial 0 43 followed by the subscriber number. International callers must replace the leading zero with the +971 country code.
Regulatory and Technical Notes
The UAE's Telecommunications and Digital Government Regulatory Authority (TDRA) oversees the allocation of numbering resources. The 043 prefix is classified as a geographic number, and its use is restricted to fixed-line services. VoIP services are also available but may use non-geographic prefixes. Number portability is supported within the UAE, allowing users to retain their 043 numbers when switching between fixed-line operators, subject to regulatory guidelines.