What is Qatar's country code?
The country code for Qatar is +974.
Country codes are assigned by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU).
How do I dial Qatar?
- International format (recommended)
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+974 [local number]Example:
+974 3312 3456 - From a mobile phone
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Press and hold 0 or tap + to get the plus sign, then dial
+974followed by the local number. - From a landline
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Dial your country's international access code, then
974, then the local number.Common access codes: US/Canada: 011, UK: 00, Australia: 0011
Do I need to drop the leading zero?
Qatar numbers don't typically have a trunk prefix to remove. Dial the number as-is after the country code.
What time zone is Qatar?
Asia/Qatar
Good time to call
04:03 PM local time · Weekend daytime
Good for personal calls.
How much does it cost to call Qatar?
International calls to Qatar vary dramatically by provider. Major US carriers charge $3.00/min or more, while VoIP services like DialHard start at $0.35/min.
| Provider | Rate/min | vs DialHard |
|---|---|---|
| AT&T | $3.00 | 88% more |
| Verizon | $2.99 | 88% more |
| T-Mobile | $3.00 | 88% more |
| DialHard | $0.35 | Save ~88% |
Carrier rates are based on published international calling rates without plan add-ons. Your actual rate may vary.
Current rates to Qatar
$0.35–$0.43/min
Rates vary by mobile vs landline. Billed per minute, rounded up.
Frequently asked questions
Is +974 a mobile or landline code?
+974 is the country code for all of Qatar—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 Qatar connect?
Common issues:
- Wrong format: Make sure you're using +974 (not 00974 or 974)
- 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 Qatar number in my contacts?
Always save international numbers in E.164 format: +974 followed by the local number (without the leading 0 if applicable). This format works worldwide.