Make affordable international calls from Medina, Saudi Arabia to Ivory Coast . Rates from $1.02/min with no app required.
Landline Rates
$1.02/min
Mobile Rates
$1.33/min
Dial Code
+CI
Calling Ivory Coast from Medina
Medina, with a population of 1.5 million, is a major city in Saudi Arabia with a significant community that maintains connections to Ivory Coast . Whether you have family, friends, or business contacts in Ivory Coast, making international calls from Medina doesn't have to be expensive.
Traditional phone carriers in Saudi Arabia charge premium rates for international calls to Ivory Coast, often between $1.50 and $3.00 per minute. DialAnyone lets residents of Medina call Ivory Coast for as little as $1.02 per minute — saving up to 90% on every call. All you need is an internet connection and a web browser.
Medina's modern telecommunications infrastructure means you'll enjoy crystal-clear HD voice quality on every call to Ivory Coast. DialAnyone uses WebRTC technology, the same standard used by major tech companies for voice and video calls, ensuring reliable connections.
How Medina Stays Connected Abroad
Medina is Saudi Arabia's second holy city, and its economy runs on a religious tourism calendar much like Mecca's — but with a different cadence. Umrah visits to Medina are year-round and more evenly distributed than the Hajj peak, which means the city's hospitality and service sector operates at a steadier level of intensity. The Pakistani hotel worker in a tower near the Prophet's Mosque calls Lahore on the same morning every week. The Bangladeshi construction worker finishing an expansion project dials home on payday. The patterns are consistent in a way that Mecca's aren't.
The +966-14 area code distinguishes Medina from Jeddah and Mecca in the Saudi numbering scheme. Like the rest of the kingdom, Medina residents access STC, Mobily, and Zain, with STC the clear majority player. International calling rates under STC's standard tariffs hit South Asian mobile numbers hard — exactly the corridor most relevant to Medina's resident workforce. Add-on bundles exist but are structured around single-country calling, poorly suited to households with ties spread across two or three countries.
Medina's Global Connections
The hospitality-driven economy gives Medina a workforce profile that is predominantly South and Southeast Asian. Pakistani workers are especially visible in hotels, catering, and the transport services that move pilgrims between religious sites. Indian workers from Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and Uttar Pradesh handle service and technical roles across the city's expanding accommodation sector. Bangladeshi workers are present in larger numbers than in many Saudi cities, reflecting labor agreements that directed workers toward the hospitality sector. Indonesian workers, again connected to the pilgrimage pipeline, hold roles in hotel management and religious-tourism services. Unlike Jeddah, Medina has no large West African or Somali resident community; the corridors here are narrower and run almost exclusively to South and Southeast Asia.
Time Difference: Medina to Ivory Coast
Ivory Coast is 3 hours behind Medina.
Time in Medina
Time in Ivory Coast
8:00 AM
5:00 AM
12:00 PM
9:00 AM
5:00 PM
2:00 PM
9:00 PM
6:00 PM
To catch people during waking hours in Ivory Coast (9 AM to 9 PM), call between 12:00 PM and 11:00 PM Medina time — that lands between 9:00 AM and 8:00 PM local time in Ivory Coast.
How to Call Ivory Coast from Medina
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Open DialAnyone in Your Browser
From Medina, simply open dialanyone.com on your phone, tablet, or computer. No app download required.
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Create a Free Account
Sign up in under a minute. No credit card required to get started.
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Enter the Ivory Coast Number
Type the Ivory Coast phone number with country code +CI. DialAnyone will auto-format it for you.
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Click Call
That's it! Your call connects instantly from Medina to Ivory Coast in HD quality.
Dialing Ivory Coast from Medina: Number Format
When calling Ivory Coast from Medina using a traditional phone, you need the international dialing prefix followed by the Ivory Coast country code (+CI). The format is:
IDD + CI + local number
The international dialing prefix (IDD) from Saudi Arabia is "00" (or "+" from mobile phones). A complete dialed number looks like 00 2250123456789. With DialAnyone, you can skip the IDD entirely — just enter the Ivory Coast number in the format +2250123456789 and DialAnyone handles the routing.
Medina to Ivory Coast: Rate Comparison
Calling Method
Rate to Ivory Coast
Savings
Traditional Carrier
$1.50-3.00/min
0%
Calling Card
$0.10-0.50/min
50-70%
VoIP App (requires download)
$0.05-0.15/min
70-85%
DialAnyone (no app needed)
$1.02/min
Up to 90%
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Telecommunications in Ivory Coast
Ivory Coast, officially known as Côte d'Ivoire, has a rapidly developing telecommunications infrastructure that has seen significant improvements over the past decade. The country is served by several major mobile network operators, including Orange Côte d'Ivoire, MTN Côte d'Ivoire, and Moov Africa, which provide extensive coverage across urban and rural areas. These operators have invested heavily in expanding their 4G networks, with Orange currently leading in terms of coverage and service quality. As of 2023, 4G penetration in urban areas is quite high, while 5G services are in the early stages of rollout, primarily in major cities like Abidjan and Bouaké.
Mobile phone usage is widespread, with a penetration rate exceeding 100%, indicating that many individuals own multiple SIM cards. Landline services remain available but are less common, as mobile phones dominate communications. The growing popularity of mobile money services, such as Orange Money and MTN Mobile Money, has also transformed the way people conduct financial transactions, further embedding mobile technology into daily life.
Dialing Ivory Coast from Abroad
To make an international call to Ivory Coast, you need to follow a specific dialing format. Start by dialing your country's international access code, which varies by region (for example, 011 from the USA and Canada, 00 from most European countries). Next, dial the country code for Ivory Coast, which is +225. After that, you will dial the area code followed by the local number.
Area codes in Ivory Coast are typically one digit, with the first digit indicating whether it’s a mobile or landline number. For instance, mobile numbers usually start with 0 followed by a second digit that designates the operator (like 01 for Orange). A key distinction is that you do not dial the leading zero when calling from abroad; instead, you replace it with the country code. For example, if the local number is 01 23 45 67 89, you would dial +225 1 23 45 67 89 from outside the country.
Best Times to Call Ivory Coast from Medina
Ivory Coast operates on Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) with no daylight saving time adjustments, making it crucial for callers to consider time differences when reaching out. Generally, the typical workday runs from 8 AM to 5 PM, Monday through Friday, with a lunch break from around 12 PM to 2 PM.
For personal calls, evenings after work hours, typically between 6 PM and 9 PM, are often ideal as people are more relaxed and available. Weekends, particularly Saturday mornings, can also be good for informal chats. However, it’s advisable to avoid national holidays, such as Independence Day on August 7 and Christmas on December 25, as many people take time off to celebrate with family.
Calling Etiquette in Ivory Coast
In Ivory Coast, phone etiquette is shaped by both cultural norms and social expectations. When answering a call, it is common to greet the caller with "Allô" followed by a courteous inquiry about their well-being. Formal greetings may include "Bonjour" (Good morning) or "Bonsoir" (Good evening), especially in business contexts.
Cold calling is generally acceptable, although it's considered polite to introduce yourself and state the purpose of your call quickly. In personal settings, conversations may start with informal pleasantries, while business calls typically require a more structured approach. Understanding the context is crucial; for instance, during business hours, calls may be more direct, while personal calls can be more casual and lengthy. Preferred communication channels vary, but WhatsApp and other messaging apps are increasingly popular for both personal and professional interactions.
Reading Ivory Coast Phone Numbers
Mobile is the real network in Côte d'Ivoire. Landlines exist in larger commercial buildings and government offices in Abidjan, but for personal contacts you'll almost always be dialing a mobile. The country switched to 10-digit numbering in 2015, and all numbers — mobile and fixed — now follow that format. Mobile prefixes are grouped by operator: Orange numbers typically open with 07, 08, or 05; MTN with 05 or 06; Moov Africa with 01 or 02 — though the grouping has shifted over time as number ranges were reassigned, so treat any prefix-to-carrier assumption loosely. What matters more for a foreign caller is that numbers starting with 20 or 21 are usually geographic landlines in Abidjan, and those are the ones you're most likely to see on a formal invoice or government document.
Smarter International Calling in Medina
Medina lacks the dense informal calling-card market that larger Saudi commercial cities have. The concentration of phone shops and SIM vendors near the Haram is oriented toward pilgrims buying temporary SIMs, not toward the resident workforce looking for a sustainable cheap-calling solution. Workers here find their way to data-based calling through the same channel as elsewhere in the Gulf — a more experienced colleague explains it on the first week. What reinforces the habit is Medina's reliable mobile data coverage; STC and Mobily have invested heavily around the mosque areas and the expanding hotel zones. A worker with a reasonable data plan can call Karachi or Dhaka for a fraction of what the STC voice tariff charges, and the audio quality on a good connection is better than the compressed voice call most operators provide on congested international circuits during peak pilgrim periods.
Keeping Medina–Ivory Coast Call Costs Down
Abidjan's time zone — GMT, no daylight saving — makes it straightforward to calculate windows with Europe or East Coast North America. Business hours run roughly 8 AM to 5 PM with a real lunch break around midday, so mid-morning and early afternoon calls land best for professional contacts. Evenings after 7 PM are when families gather, particularly on weekdays, and personal calls get answered with more patience then. During Ramadan, schedules shift noticeably: offices may open earlier and evening calls after iftar are often more productive than mid-afternoon. WhatsApp voice calls are ubiquitous and widely used even between strangers for cost reasons, so if a contact has given you their number over WhatsApp, starting there rather than a standard call is both cheaper and more likely to get through.
How Ivory Coast Rates Compare
At 121.68 credits per minute (about $1.02/min), calling Ivory Coast is one of the pricier destinations on DialAnyone. For context, here is how it stacks up against other popular destinations called from Medina:
India
$0.09/min
Mexico
$0.0025/min
Philippines
$0.18/min
Who Calls Ivory Coast from Medina?
Families & Friends
People in Medina staying connected with loved ones in Ivory Coast. Regular calls to check in, celebrate milestones, and maintain bonds across borders.
Business Professionals
Medina-based businesses with clients, suppliers, or partners in Ivory Coast. Professional calls at a fraction of traditional international rates.
Expat Communities
Ivory Coast expats living in Medina who need to call home regularly for family matters, legal issues, or staying in touch with their roots.
Travelers & Students
People in Medina planning trips to Ivory Coast, or students maintaining connections while studying abroad in Saudi Arabia.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I call Ivory Coast from Medina?▼
From a regular phone in Medina, dial 00 (the Saudi Arabia exit code), then CI, then the local number without its leading zero — for example 00 2250123456789. With DialAnyone, just open your browser, enter the number as +2250123456789, and click call — the international routing is handled automatically. Rates start at $1.02/min.
What is the cheapest way to call Ivory Coast from Medina?▼
DialAnyone offers the cheapest calls from Medina to Ivory Coast starting at $1.02/min. Traditional carriers from Saudi Arabia typically charge $1-3/min for international calls. With DialAnyone's VoIP technology, you save up to 90% on every call. No monthly fees, no contracts — just pay-as-you-go credits.
Can I call mobile phones in Ivory Coast from Medina?▼
Yes! DialAnyone lets you call both mobile and landline numbers in Ivory Coast directly from Medina. Mobile rates to Ivory Coast start at $1.33/min and landline rates from $1.02/min. The recipient doesn't need any app — their phone rings normally.
What time should I call Ivory Coast from Medina?▼
Ivory Coast is 3 hours behind Medina. To reach people during waking hours there (9 AM to 9 PM), call between 12:00 PM and 11:00 PM Medina time — that's 9:00 AM and 8:00 PM in Ivory Coast. DialAnyone works 24/7, so you can call whenever convenient.
Do I need an app to call Ivory Coast from Medina?▼
No app needed. DialAnyone works directly in your web browser from Medina or anywhere in Saudi Arabia. Just go to dialanyone.com, log in, and start calling Ivory Coast. Works on any device — phone, tablet, or computer — as long as you have an internet connection.
Is the call quality good when calling Ivory Coast from Medina?▼
Yes. DialAnyone uses HD VoIP technology (WebRTC) to deliver crystal-clear calls from Medina to Ivory Coast. Medina's modern internet infrastructure ensures excellent call quality. The audio quality is typically better than traditional phone calls.
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