How To Call Qatar From US: Updated For 2025

Quick Answer

To call Qatar from the United States:

• Landline or Mobile: 011 + 974 + Qatari Number (8 digits)

Examples:

• For a Qatari landline (e.g., starting with 44): 011 + 974 + 44XX XXXX
• For a Qatari mobile phone (e.g., Ooredoo starting with 55): 011 + 974 + 55XX XXXX

Qatar is on Arabia Standard Time (AST), UTC+3, and does not observe daylight saving. This is typically 7-8 hours ahead of US Eastern Time (ET), depending on US DST.

Understanding Qatari Phone Numbers

Qatar uses a closed numbering plan with the country code +974. All standard phone numbers within Qatar are 8 digits long following the country code. You do not need to dial a separate city or area code when calling from abroad.

Landline Numbers

• Format from US: 011 + 974 + XXXXXXXX (8-digit number)
• Qatari landline numbers are 8 digits long. Many start with 44 (Ooredoo). Other fixed-line services may use prefixes like 13XX XXXX, 16XX XXXX, or 17XX XXXX.

Mobile Numbers

• Format from US: 011 + 974 + XXXXXXXX (8-digit number)
• Qatari mobile numbers are also 8 digits long and generally start with the digits 3, 5, 6, or 7.

Qatari Numbering Plan - No Area Codes

When calling Qatar from the USA, you do not dial a separate city or area code after the country code +974. Qatar has a closed 8-digit national numbering system. The first digit(s) of the 8-digit number indicate the type of service (fixed line or mobile) and can also point to the original service provider.

• Fixed Lines (Landlines): Typically start with 44XX XXXX. Other ranges such as 13XXXXXX, 16XXXXXX, 17XXXXXX are also used for fixed lines by various providers.
• Mobile Lines: Typically start with 3XXX XXXX, 5XXX XXXX, 6XXX XXXX, or 7XXX XXXX.

You will always dial 011 + 974 followed by the complete 8-digit Qatari phone number.

Qatari Mobile Phone Prefixes

Qatari mobile phone numbers are 8 digits long after the +974 country code. The initial digit(s) of the 8-digit number usually indicate the mobile service provider block:

*Mobile Number Portability allows users to keep their number when switching operators, so the prefix is not always a definitive indicator of the current service provider.

Time Difference

Qatar operates on Arabia Standard Time (AST), which is UTC+3. Qatar does not observe Daylight Saving Time and remains on UTC+3 year-round.

The time difference compared to the US East Coast (ET):

• When the US is on Eastern Daylight Time (EDT, UTC-4, typically March to November): Qatar is 7 hours ahead of ET. (e.g., 12 PM EDT is 7 PM in Qatar).
• When the US is on Eastern Standard Time (EST, UTC-5, typically November to March): Qatar is 8 hours ahead of ET. (e.g., 12 PM EST is 8 PM in Qatar).

Qatar's Phone System

Qatar has a highly advanced and modern telecommunications infrastructure, regulated by the Communications Regulatory Authority (CRA). The country boasts near-universal fiber optic broadband coverage and extensive 5G mobile network deployment. The primary telecommunications service providers are Ooredoo (formerly Qtel) and Vodafone Qatar. These operators offer a full range of fixed-line, mobile, and internet services. Qatar's numbering plan consists of 8-digit numbers for both fixed and mobile lines, and the country does not use traditional city-specific area codes after the country code.

Best Times to Call

Considering Qatar is 7-8 hours ahead of US Eastern Time (ET):

• For business calls from the US East Coast, early morning ET is generally the best window. For example, 8 AM - 10 AM ET would correspond to 3 PM - 5 PM or 4 PM - 6 PM in Qatar.
• The typical work week in Qatar is Sunday to Thursday, with business hours often around 7:00/8:00 AM to 3:00/4:00 PM AST.