Unlocking Bahrain: Phone Number Essentials

If you're wondering how to call a Bahrain phone number from abroad, you'll need to know the country code and the national phone number. The country code for Bahrain is +973, and phone numbers are eight digits long. Mobile phone numbers in Bahrain start with 3, and fixed land line numbers start with 1. When calling Bahrain from the US or Canada, you'll need to dial 011 first, which is the international prefix. So, for example, if you're calling a Bahrain number from the US, you would dial 011 973 XXXX XXXX.

How to call Bahrain from the US

To call Bahrain from the US, you need to follow a few simple steps. First, dial 011, which is the exit code for the US. Next, dial 973, which is the country code for Bahrain. Finally, dial the eight-digit local number.

For example, if you want to call the number XXXX XXXX, you would dial 011 + 973 + XXXX XXXX from your phone in the US.

It's important to note that Bahrain does not use specific city calling codes, but the two digits after the landline prefixes represent different cities or regions within the country. Most fixed landline numbers in Bahrain start with 1, while cellular (mobile) phone numbers usually start with 3 or 6, depending on the service provider.

When dialling a Bahraini number from a cell phone, you can often use 011973 and +973 interchangeably. Additionally, if you're using a "VoIP" (Voice over Internet Protocol) or Internet phone, you may not need to dial the exit code, 011.

If you frequently call Bahrain, you may want to consider signing up for a plan that offers unlimited or discounted international calling rates to save money.

Bahrain country code

If you're in the US or Canada and you're trying to call Bahrain, you'll need to start by dialling the exit code, 011. This is followed by Bahrain's country code, 973. After that, you'll need to dial the eight-digit phone number of the person you're trying to reach. So, the full number will look something like this: 011 973 XXXX XXXX.

If you're using a mobile phone, you may be able to replace the exit code and country code with the + symbol, so you would dial +973 XXXX XXXX.

Bahrain does not use specific city calling codes, but the two digits after landline prefixes represent different cities or regions in the country. The majority of landline numbers start with 1, while mobile numbers start with 3 or 663, or 669, depending on the service provider.

Bahrain phone number length

If you're wondering about your Bahrain phone number, or any other Bahrain phone number, you should know that phone numbers in Bahrain are generally eight digits long. The only exception to this is short codes, which have fewer digits.

The Bahrain Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) is a governmental institution that regularly updates and publishes reports on the country's national numbering plan. These reports include all the number blocks used in the Kingdom of Bahrain.

The country code for Bahrain is 973. When calling Bahrain from another country, you will need to include this country code as part of the phone number. For example, when calling Bahrain from the US, you would first dial 011 (the US exit code), followed by 973, and then the eight-digit phone number.

The majority of fixed landline numbers in Bahrain start with 1, while cellular (mobile) phone numbers and pager numbers typically start with 3 or 663 or 669, depending on the service provider. There are no area codes in Bahrain, but the two-digit numbers after the landline prefixes represent different cities or regions within the country.

Bahrain area codes

To call Bahrain from outside the country, you will need to dial the standard international prefix (00 or 011) followed by the country code for Bahrain, which is 973. So, to call Bahrain from the US or Canada, you would dial 011 973 followed by the eight-digit phone number.

There are no area codes in Bahrain. However, the two-digit numbers after landline prefixes represent different cities or regions within the country. The majority of fixed landline numbers start with 1, while cellular (mobile) phone numbers and pager numbers typically begin with 3* or 663* or 669*, depending on the service provider. Mobile users commonly subscribe to Batelco, Zain, or STC.

• 1600–1603, 1606-1607
• 6966, 6969, 6996, 6999, 80888
• 320-323, 380-384, 387-389, 39
• 3250, 33, 340-346, 350, 351, 353-355
• 6630, 6633-6639, 666, 669
• 6966–6969, 6996, 6999
• 6300, 6333, 6361, 6366, 7178
• 6441, 6670-6676, 66786-66788, 66797, 66799

Bahrain emergency numbers

If you're new to Bahrain, it's important to familiarise yourself with the country's emergency numbers. You never know when you might need to call for urgent assistance. Here are the essential emergency contacts you need to know:

Police, Fire Department, and Ambulance:

Dial 999 for immediate assistance in any legal, police, fire, or medical emergency. This is the single emergency number in Bahrain and will connect you to the National Emergency call centre.

Emergency Services:

• Casualty Bureau: 990
• Criminal Investigations (CID): 992
• Coast Guard (CGD): 994
• International Emergency Number: 112

Other Important Contacts:

• Traffic Emergencies: 199
• Main Switchboard: 17872222
• Hotline for Inquiries: 17872287
• Household Emergencies: 8000 1810
• Electricity and Water Supply Repairs: 1751 5555
• Violence Against Women: 1787 0302
• National Contact for Government-Related Appointments: 8000 8001

Police Stations:

• East Riffa Police Station: 1777 3158
• West Riffa Police Station: 1766 4606
• Exhibition Road Police Station: 1755 0629
• Hawak Police Station: 1784 9009
• Hidd Police Station: 1767 1212
• Hoora Police Station: 1729 1555
• Naim Police Station: 1725 8210
• Samaheej Police Station: 1733 4401
• Umm-Al Hasam Police Station: 1772 8229
• Zallaq Police Station: 1763 1211

Please note that these numbers are subject to change, and it is always a good idea to check for the latest updates from official sources.

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