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Thuraya Country Code +88216: How to Call and Text a Thuraya Number
How to dial a Thuraya satellite number from Pakistan and abroad, how to call Pakistan from a Thuraya phone, and how SMS and GSM roaming work.
Key takeaways
- Thuraya numbers start with +88216.
- From a landline or mobile, dial 00 882 16 followed by the subscriber number.
- From a Thuraya phone, dial numbers in full international format, for example 00 92 for Pakistan.
- Call charges to satellite numbers depend on your own operator.
Calling a Thuraya number
Thuraya numbers use the international code +882 16. From Pakistan, dial 00 882 16 followed by the subscriber number. On a mobile you can also use the + sign: +882 16 …
Your own operator sets the price of calls to satellite numbers, and it is usually higher than a normal international call. Check with your operator before calling regularly.
Calling from a Thuraya phone
Always dial in full international format. To call a Pakistani mobile such as 0321-1234567, dial 00 92 321 1234567 or +92 321 1234567. To call a Lahore landline, dial +92 42 followed by the number.
Sending SMS
Satellite SMS works the same way. Save contacts in international format so messages reach them wherever you are.
Using GSM mode
On dual-mode phones such as the XT-PRO DUAL, your Thuraya SIM can roam on Pakistani GSM networks. Your number stays the same, so callers still dial +88216.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Thuraya country code?
Thuraya numbers start with +88216.
Why do my calls to a Thuraya number cost more?
Calls to satellite numbers are priced by your own operator and usually cost more than standard international calls.
