Palestine country code +970 — call Palestine & get a number.
+970 is the country code for the **Palestinian territories** — the West Bank and the Gaza Strip. Because of the region's telecom history, some **older or fixed-line numbers still route via Israel's +972**; if a +970 attempt doesn't connect, the same national number under +972 often does. Palestine observes **EET (UTC+2) / EEST (UTC+3)** with its own daylight-saving schedule that does not always match neighbours. Numbers use a leading trunk **0** that must be dropped when dialling internationally.
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What is the country code for Palestine?
The country code for Palestine is +970. Dial it after your exit code (or the + symbol on a mobile) to reach any phone number in the Palestinian territories — the West Bank and the Gaza Strip.
A neutral, practical dialling note. +970 is the code officially assigned to the Palestinian territories by the International Telecommunication Union. However, because of the region's telecom history, some older and certain landline numbers have historically been routed through +972 (Israel). In practice you may still see Palestinian contacts listed under either +970 or +972. If a +970 number doesn't connect, it's worth trying the same national number with +972 instead.
If you only remember two things: (1) drop the trunk 0 after +970 — 059 becomes +970 59, 02 becomes +970 2; (2) if +970 doesn't connect, try the same national number under +972 (Israel), which historically routed some Palestinian traffic.
All four mean the same thing — they connect your call to Palestine.
How to call Palestine from anywhere
To place an international call to Palestine, dial three parts in order: your exit code → country code (+970) → national number without its leading 0. From the US/Canada: 011 970 X XXX XXXX. From the UK/EU: 00 970 X XXX XXXX. From any mobile: +970 X XXX XXXX. The + prefix on a mobile automatically substitutes the correct exit code for whatever network you're on, so it's the most reliable way to dial when travelling.
Full example: +970 02 XXX XXXX — drop the local leading 0 when calling from abroad.
Palestine phone number format explained
Palestinian numbers fall into two broad groups: mobiles and landlines. Mobile numbers are nine digits nationally and begin with a mobile prefix — 059X for Jawwal (Paltel Group) or 056X for Ooredoo Palestine (formerly Wataniya Mobile). Landline numbers use a single-digit area code plus a local subscriber number, operated over the fixed network managed by Paltel. When dialling internationally, the leading trunk 0 of both mobile prefixes and area codes is removed — so a Nablus landline written locally as `09 XXX XXXX` becomes `+970 9 XXX XXXX` from abroad, and a Jawwal mobile written as `059X XXX XXX` becomes `+970 59X XXX XXX`.
Landline
Landlines are operated over the fixed network managed by Paltel. Area code + local subscriber number; drop the leading 0 when dialling internationally.
Mobile
Mobile numbers are nine digits and begin with a mobile prefix — 059X (Jawwal) or 056X (Ooredoo Palestine, formerly Wataniya Mobile). Both operators serve the West Bank and Gaza; coverage and reliability can vary by area.
Palestine area codes — major cities
Drop the local leading 0 when calling from abroad.
| City | Region | Area code |
|---|---|---|
| Ramallah, Bethlehem, Hebron, Jerusalem area | Central & southern West Bank | 02 |
| Nablus, Tulkarem, Jenin, Qalqilya | Northern West Bank | 09 |
| Parts of the northern West Bank | Northern West Bank (secondary allocation) | 04 |
| Gaza City and the Gaza Strip | Gaza | 08 |
Palestine mobile network prefixes
The prefix after +970 tells you which network issued the SIM — though number portability means it no longer guarantees the operator.
Jawwal (Paltel Group)
the incumbent Palestinian mobile operator, part of the Paltel telecommunications group. Widest coverage across the West Bank and Gaza.
Ooredoo Palestine
previously known as Wataniya Mobile, rebranded as Ooredoo Palestine. Second mobile operator in the market.
Palestine time zone
The Palestinian territories observe Eastern European Time (EET, UTC+2) in winter and switch to Eastern European Summer Time (EEST, UTC+3) during daylight saving. Palestine has historically set its own DST start and end dates, which have not always matched Israel, Jordan, or Egypt. Because those dates can shift year to year — and neighbours periodically add, remove, or delay their own DST — always confirm the current offset before scheduling a call.
When it's 12:00 noon in Ramallah on standard time (UTC+2), it's roughly 10:00 in London and 05:00 in New York — but check for daylight saving on both ends. The working week is Sunday–Thursday; Fridays are the day of rest for the Muslim majority and many offices are closed or on shortened hours.
From the US East Coast, dial 6:00–10:00 AM ET to reach Palestinian business hours 1:00 PM–5:00 PM local (winter, EST/EET); shift one hour earlier on your side when the US is on EDT. From the UK, dial 8:00 AM–2:00 PM GMT to reach 10:00 AM–4:00 PM local (winter). Sun–Thu is the standard working week; keep Fridays for email. Because DST timing between Palestine and its neighbours can drift, sanity-check the current gap before booking anything important.
Emergency numbers in Palestine
Free to call from any Palestine phone, landline or mobile.
Common mistakes when calling Palestine
Almost every failed international call is a formatting issue, not a network issue.
Confusing +970 (Palestine) and +972 (Israel)
Palestine's own ITU code is **+970**, but for historical telecom reasons some Palestinian numbers — especially older landlines — have routed via **Israel's +972**. In practice you may see the same Palestinian contact listed under either code. If a +970 attempt doesn't connect, try the same national number under +972.
Keeping the leading trunk 0
Palestinian numbers include a national trunk **0** (as in 02 for Ramallah or 059 for a Jawwal mobile). That 0 must be DROPPED once you add +970 or your exit code. 059 becomes +970 59; 02 becomes +970 2.
Forgetting the exit code from a landline
From a landline in the US or Canada you must dial 011 before 970; from most other countries you dial 00 before 970. Mobiles substitute the correct exit code automatically when you press +.
Assuming one code covers everything
The West Bank and Gaza share +970, but area codes differ by region: 02 for Ramallah / Bethlehem / Hebron, 09 for Nablus and the northern West Bank, 08 for Gaza. Using the wrong area code sends the call to the wrong region.
Assuming DST matches neighbours
Palestine sets its own daylight-saving start and end dates, which have not always matched Israel, Jordan, or Egypt. When your side of the call is on DST and Palestine's schedule shifts a week earlier or later, the offset can drift by an hour — confirm the current gap before scheduling.
Treating this as a normal, unrestricted destination
Palestine is a **sensitive, conflict-affected telecom market**. Virtual-number availability, routing options, and even termination reliability can change without notice. Availability should be **checked or requested** rather than assumed.
Tips to reduce the cost of calling Palestine
Dial with +970 from mobiles
The + prefix inserts the correct exit code automatically — avoids the 011 vs 00 landline mistake and keeps international routing clean.
If +970 doesn't connect, try +972 with the same national number
Some older Palestinian landlines and legacy numbers still route via Israel's +972 for historical telecom reasons. Neutral, practical dialing note — trying both codes is often the quickest fix when a call refuses to connect.
Use VoIP or a virtual number instead of legacy carrier minutes
International rates to the Palestinian territories on legacy carrier plans can be steep. VoIP or a cloud-routed number typically cuts per-minute costs materially — especially for NGO field lines and diaspora-community services.
Call over Wi-Fi where a stable connection is available
Where local mobile connectivity is variable — parts of Gaza in particular — Wi-Fi calling to a virtual Palestinian number can be more reliable than direct international dialling.
Batch calls into Palestinian business hours
Roughly 09:00–16:00 local (Sun–Thu is the standard working week) is the practical window. Fridays are the day of rest for the Muslim majority; many offices are closed or shortened.
Why businesses get a Palestine virtual number
A local-format Palestinian number can help aid organisations, journalists, exporters, and diaspora-serving businesses reach and be reached across the West Bank and Gaza — building trust with local contacts who recognise a familiar number format, centralising inbound calls to a single team or call centre, supporting field coordination for NGOs operating across both territories, and reducing the cost and friction of international callbacks.
Availability note (important). The Palestinian territories are a restricted, conflict-affected telecom market, and availability of +970 virtual numbers is limited. We do not promise or guarantee that a Palestine number can be provisioned. If you need +970 coverage, please check current availability or submit a request and our team will confirm what is possible for your specific use case — including alternative routing and international-number options where a local +970 isn't available.
Support NGO and humanitarian coordination
Aid agencies operating across the West Bank and Gaza benefit from a reliable, recognisable point of contact for field staff, beneficiaries, and local partners.
Serve the Palestinian diaspora
Diaspora communities across Europe, the Gulf, and the Americas value a familiar +970 local number for family, community-service, and remittance lines.
Enable journalist and researcher reach
Correspondents, fixers, and researchers working the region need a stable, published contact number that survives country transitions and travel.
Cloud routing over variable local connectivity
Route inbound +970 calls to teams anywhere in the world — support desks in Amman, Dubai, or London can answer Palestinian calls without any physical presence on the ground.
Regional cluster pairing
Pair Palestine (+970) with Jordan (+962), Egypt (+20), Lebanon (+961), and Israel (+972) numbers for a coherent Middle East coverage plan under one billing relationship.
Honest availability disclosure
Rather than promise inventory we cannot guarantee in a conflict-affected market, we check case by case — provisioning here is honest work, not marketing.
Palestine virtual numbers with My Country Mobile
The Palestinian territories are a restricted, conflict-affected market and +970 virtual-number availability is limited. We do not promise or guarantee that a Palestine number can be provisioned. Availability should be checked or requested rather than assumed. Contact our team with your use case (NGO field coordination, journalism / research line, diaspora community service, exporter or trade contact) and we'll confirm what routing and number type can be provisioned — including alternative regional routing (Jordan +962, UAE +971, or a global number) where a local +970 isn't available. For product features, pricing, and provisioning details, see our dedicated Palestine virtual-phone-number page.
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How to get your Palestine virtual number
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Contact our team with your use case — Palestine availability is checked case by case given the restricted, conflict-affected nature of the market.
We'll confirm what +970 number types and routing options can be provisioned for your specific need (NGO hotline, journalist line, diaspora service, exporter contact).
Configure routing — point the number at a mobile, SIP trunk, softphone, PBX, or IVR anywhere in the world.
Go live — where a +970 isn't directly available, we'll propose the closest regional alternative (Jordan +962, UAE +971, or a global number) matched to your use case.
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Get a Palestine virtual number with MCM
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Palestine +970 — FAQ
What is the country code for Palestine?expand_more
The country code for Palestine is +970. Dial your exit code (011 in the US/Canada, 00 in most of the world) or the + symbol on a mobile, then 970, then the national number without its leading 0.
Why do some Palestinian numbers use +972?expand_more
For historical telecom reasons, some Palestinian landline and older numbers have routed through Israel's +972 code, while newer numbering uses +970. In practice you may see the same contact listed under either. If one code does not connect, try the same national number under the other.
How do I call a Palestinian mobile from abroad?expand_more
Dial +970 followed by the nine-digit mobile number without the leading 0. Jawwal numbers begin 59X (full form +970 59X XXX XXX); Ooredoo Palestine numbers begin 56X (full form +970 56X XXX XXX).
What are the main mobile operators in Palestine?expand_more
The two principal mobile operators are Jawwal (part of the Paltel Group), using 059X prefixes, and Ooredoo Palestine (formerly Wataniya Mobile), using 056X prefixes.
What time zone is Palestine in?expand_more
Palestine observes Eastern European Time (EET, UTC+2) in winter and switches to Eastern European Summer Time (EEST, UTC+3) for daylight saving. DST start and end dates are set locally and have not always matched neighbours — confirm the current offset before scheduling.
What is the area code for Ramallah?expand_more
Ramallah, together with Bethlehem, Hebron, and the Jerusalem area, uses area code 02. From abroad, dial +970 2 followed by the local subscriber number.
What is the area code for Gaza?expand_more
Gaza City and the Gaza Strip use area code 08. From abroad, dial +970 8 followed by the local number.
What are the emergency numbers in Palestine?expand_more
The commonly used numbers are 100 for police, 101 for ambulance (Palestine Red Crescent Society), and 102 for civil defence / fire. Availability of specific services can vary between the West Bank and Gaza — always verify current emergency numbers locally on arrival.
Can I get a Palestine (+970) virtual number from My Country Mobile?expand_more
Palestine is a restricted, conflict-affected market and +970 virtual-number availability is limited. Provisioning is not guaranteed. Please check current availability or submit a request so our team can confirm what is possible for your specific use case.
Which day is the weekend in Palestine?expand_more
The standard working week runs Sunday to Thursday. Friday is the day of rest for the Muslim majority; many offices are closed or operate shortened hours. Some businesses also observe a shortened or closed Saturday.
Does the same country code cover the West Bank and Gaza?expand_more
Yes — +970 covers both the West Bank and the Gaza Strip. What differs is the area code: 02 for Ramallah/Bethlehem/Hebron, 09 for Nablus and the northern West Bank, and 08 for Gaza.