How much does a VIP number cost in the UAE?
The memorable du and Etisalat (e&) numbers on sale here today cost from AED 1,800 to AED 8,000. Where a number lands in that range depends on how rare its pattern is. These are today's figures.
Starting prices right now, by pattern
| Pattern | From |
|---|---|
| Repeated digits (golden) | AED 4,850 |
| Counting (1234, 4321) | AED 2,250 |
| Round (zeros) | AED 4,800 |
| Mirror (1221) | AED 5,250 |
| Pairs (1122, 1212) | AED 1,800 |
| Matching blocks | AED 2,300 |
| A year (1995, 2010) | AED 4,850 |
| With 786 | AED 2,450 |
Live from du's and Etisalat (e&)'s stock, checked directly with the carrier.
Why some numbers cost more
The easier a number is to remember, the fewer of them exist and the more people pay. A block of four 7s at the end is far rarer than a pair, and every number here shows how rare it is.
Across the UAE, buyers also pay more for the 050 prefix, the oldest, and for lucky digits such as 786 and 8888.
Finally, the line the number comes on. Many numbers come on prepaid lines with no contract. Some Etisalat (e&) tiers come with a monthly plan and a contract in your name. Each number shows its line before you pay.
And the famous ones?
Legendary numbers aren't sold online. The carriers sell them at auctions: Etisalat's 777 7777 went for AED 7.88 million at a charity auction in 2014, and du's 052 222 2222 for AED 8 million in 2015.
Questions
Is there anything else to pay to du or Etisalat (e&)?
For prepaid numbers, no: the price includes getting the line. For numbers that come with a monthly plan, the plan's monthly charges are between you and the carrier, and the number shows the plan before you pay.
Why are some numbers cheaper on one prefix?
Buyers pay most for 050, the oldest prefix, and least for 058. The same pattern costs more on 050.
Can I pay in instalments?
Not yet. Today you can pay by Aani or bank transfer, or crypto.
Do two or three matching numbers cost less?
Yes. Twin numbers, a series or matching endings bought together get 15% off for two and 25% off for three or more.
Guides
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