This is the telephone area code for Qassim Region and its major cities in central Saudi Arabia.
How to Call Qassim from Overseas
- Dial your country's exit code (International Access Code)
- Dial 966 (Saudi Arabia country code)
- Dial the area code (16)
- Dial the local phone number (7 digits)
Example: Calling Buraydah from Canada
011 966 16 324 0000
Where:
011 = Canada exit code
966 = Saudi Arabia country code
16 = Qassim area code (016 without the 0)
324 0000 = Local Qassim phone number
Quick Facts
Qassim Area Code Coverage
The 016 area code covers the entire Qassim Region and its major cities in central Saudi Arabia:
Buraydah
Capital of Qassim Region, administrative center, date markets
Unaizah
Second largest city, cultural center, agricultural hub
Ar Rass
Third largest city, historical importance, agricultural areas
Al Mithnab
Agricultural town, date palm cultivation, traditional markets
Al Badayea
Agricultural area, wheat fields, rural communities
Al Bukayriyah
Agricultural town, date production, traditional architecture
Major Saudi Arabia Area Codes
Common Exit Codes for Calling Saudi Arabia
When calling Qassim from these countries, use these exit codes:
United States
011
United Kingdom
00
Pakistan
00
India
00
Egypt
00
Philippines
00