What is Bahrain's country code?
The country code for Bahrain is +973.
Country codes are assigned by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU).
How do I dial Bahrain?
- International format (recommended)
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+973 [local number]Example:
+973 3600 1234 - From a mobile phone
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Press and hold 0 or tap + to get the plus sign, then dial
+973followed by the local number. - From a landline
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Dial your country's international access code, then
973, then the local number.Common access codes: US/Canada: 011, UK: 00, Australia: 0011
Do I need to drop the leading zero?
Bahrain numbers don't typically have a trunk prefix to remove. Dial the number as-is after the country code.
What time zone is Bahrain?
Asia/Qatar
Good time to call
04:03 PM local time · Weekend daytime
Good for personal calls.
How much does it cost to call Bahrain?
International calls to Bahrain vary dramatically by provider. Major US carriers charge $3.00/min or more, while VoIP services like DialHard start at $0.25/min.
| Provider | Rate/min | vs DialHard |
|---|---|---|
| AT&T | $3.00 | 92% more |
| Verizon | $2.99 | 92% more |
| T-Mobile | $3.00 | 92% more |
| DialHard | $0.25 | Save ~92% |
Carrier rates are based on published international calling rates without plan add-ons. Your actual rate may vary.
Current rates to Bahrain
$0.25–$0.28/min
Rates vary by mobile vs landline. Billed per minute, rounded up.
Frequently asked questions
Is +973 a mobile or landline code?
+973 is the country code for all of Bahrain—both mobile and landline numbers use this code. The digits after the country code may indicate the number type, but this varies by country.
Why won't my call to Bahrain connect?
Common issues:
- Wrong format: Make sure you're using +973 (not 00973 or 973)
- Extra digits: Remove any trunk prefix (usually 0) from the start of the local number
- Missing digits: Ensure you have the complete local number after the country code
How do I save a Bahrain number in my contacts?
Always save international numbers in E.164 format: +973 followed by the local number (without the leading 0 if applicable). This format works worldwide.