WhatsApp Business API in Dubai
Local numbers
Dubai landlines (+971 4) and Etisalat or du mobile numbers can both be verified as WhatsApp senders. A DED trade licence is what Meta's business verification asks for, and it is the step that takes the longest — usually two to five working days once submitted.
+971 4
Who regulates this
Bulk commercial messaging to UAE numbers is governed by the TDRA. Senders must be registered and honour opt-out; Zanii records every opt-out as a signed consent receipt.
Support hours
Sunday to Thursday, 09:00–18:00 GST
Common questions
- Which numbers can I use in Dubai?
- Dubai landlines (+971 4) and Etisalat or du mobile numbers can both be verified as WhatsApp senders. A DED trade licence is what Meta's business verification asks for, and it is the step that takes the longest — usually two to five working days once submitted. Landline numbers here begin +971 4.