{"id":16954,"date":"2025-12-19T12:25:18","date_gmt":"2025-12-19T12:25:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/?p=16954"},"modified":"2026-01-13T13:36:50","modified_gmt":"2026-01-13T13:36:50","slug":"how-to-unblock-whatsapp-calls-in-uae","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/how-to-unblock-whatsapp-calls-in-uae\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Unblock WhatsApp Calls in UAE"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Going to the UAE? Make sure to have another VoIP app on your phone, since you can only use WhatsApp&#8217;s messaging feature and can\u2019t call in the UAE. Just like any other government UAE\u2019s government has internet rules. In this blog, you will learn how to easily unblock <a href=\"https:\/\/www.whatsapp.com\/?lang=en\">WhatsApp<\/a> calls in the UAE and which substitutes for WhatsApp people use for internet calling. Also, learn about the simple ways that will help you use <strong>WhatsApp in the UAE<\/strong>. Moreover, know about the best VPN for the UAE and how you can select one for your needs.<\/span><\/p>\n        <div class=\"iprovpn_btn_cta_row\">\n    \t<a class=\"btn_cta\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/buy-vpn\" title=\"Get iProVPN Now\">Get iProVPN NOW <i class=\"fas fa-long-arrow-alt-right\"><\/i><\/a>\n    \t<\/div>\n    \n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_67_1 ez-toc-wrap-center counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/div>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #000000;color:#000000\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #000000;color:#000000\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/how-to-unblock-whatsapp-calls-in-uae\/#WhatsApp_blocked_in_the_UAE\" title=\"WhatsApp blocked in the UAE?\">WhatsApp blocked in the UAE?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/how-to-unblock-whatsapp-calls-in-uae\/#Reasons_for_the_UAE_VoIP_ban\" title=\"Reasons for the UAE VoIP ban?\">Reasons for the UAE VoIP ban?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/how-to-unblock-whatsapp-calls-in-uae\/#Control_over_VoIP\" title=\"Control over VoIP\">Control over VoIP<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/how-to-unblock-whatsapp-calls-in-uae\/#Security_Risks\" title=\"Security Risks\">Security Risks<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/how-to-unblock-whatsapp-calls-in-uae\/#Promote_local_Services\" title=\"Promote local Services\">Promote local Services<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/how-to-unblock-whatsapp-calls-in-uae\/#Must_Follow_UAE_Rules\" title=\"Must Follow UAE Rules\">Must Follow UAE Rules<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/how-to-unblock-whatsapp-calls-in-uae\/#How_to_unblock_WhatsApp_calls_UAE\" title=\"How to unblock WhatsApp calls UAE?\">How to unblock WhatsApp calls UAE?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/how-to-unblock-whatsapp-calls-in-uae\/#By_Using_the_VPN\" title=\"By Using the VPN\">By Using the VPN<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/how-to-unblock-whatsapp-calls-in-uae\/#Selecting_the_Right_VPN_Service_for_UAE\" title=\"Selecting the Right VPN Service for UAE\">Selecting the Right VPN Service for UAE<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/how-to-unblock-whatsapp-calls-in-uae\/#VPN_for_WhatsApp_calling_UAE_%E2%80%93_iProVPN\" title=\"VPN for WhatsApp calling UAE \u2013 iProVPN\">VPN for WhatsApp calling UAE \u2013 iProVPN<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/how-to-unblock-whatsapp-calls-in-uae\/#Connect_to_iProVPN_to_access_WhatsApp_calls_Dubai\" title=\"Connect to iProVPN to access WhatsApp calls Dubai\">Connect to iProVPN to access WhatsApp calls Dubai<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/how-to-unblock-whatsapp-calls-in-uae\/#WhatsApp_Alternatives_in_the_UAE\" title=\"WhatsApp Alternatives in the UAE\">WhatsApp Alternatives in the UAE<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/how-to-unblock-whatsapp-calls-in-uae\/#1_BOTIM\" title=\"1. BOTIM\">1. BOTIM<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/how-to-unblock-whatsapp-calls-in-uae\/#Is_BOTIM_free\" title=\"Is BOTIM free?\">Is BOTIM free?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/how-to-unblock-whatsapp-calls-in-uae\/#Pros_OF_BOTIM\" title=\"Pros OF BOTIM\u00a0\">Pros OF BOTIM\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/how-to-unblock-whatsapp-calls-in-uae\/#Cons_Of_BOTIM\" title=\"Cons Of BOTIM\">Cons Of BOTIM<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/how-to-unblock-whatsapp-calls-in-uae\/#2_Microsoft_Teams\" title=\"2. Microsoft Teams\">2. Microsoft Teams<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/how-to-unblock-whatsapp-calls-in-uae\/#Is_MS_Teams_Paid\" title=\"Is MS Teams Paid?\u00a0\">Is MS Teams Paid?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/how-to-unblock-whatsapp-calls-in-uae\/#Pros_of_MS_Teams\" title=\"Pros of MS Teams\">Pros of MS Teams<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/how-to-unblock-whatsapp-calls-in-uae\/#Cons_of_MS_Teams\" title=\"Cons of MS Teams\">Cons of MS Teams<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/how-to-unblock-whatsapp-calls-in-uae\/#3_GoChat\" title=\"3. GoChat\">3. GoChat<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/how-to-unblock-whatsapp-calls-in-uae\/#Is_GoChat_Paid\" title=\"Is GoChat Paid?\u00a0\">Is GoChat Paid?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/how-to-unblock-whatsapp-calls-in-uae\/#Pros_of_GoChat\" title=\"Pros of GoChat\">Pros of GoChat<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/how-to-unblock-whatsapp-calls-in-uae\/#Cons_of_GoChat\" title=\"Cons of GoChat\">Cons of GoChat<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/how-to-unblock-whatsapp-calls-in-uae\/#4_Zoom\" title=\"4. Zoom\">4. Zoom<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/how-to-unblock-whatsapp-calls-in-uae\/#Is_Zoom_Paid\" title=\"Is Zoom Paid?\">Is Zoom Paid?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/how-to-unblock-whatsapp-calls-in-uae\/#Pros_of_ZOOM\" title=\"Pros of ZOOM\u00a0\">Pros of ZOOM\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/how-to-unblock-whatsapp-calls-in-uae\/#5_HiU_Messenger\" title=\"5. HiU Messenger\">5. HiU Messenger<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/how-to-unblock-whatsapp-calls-in-uae\/#Is_HiU_Messenger_Paid\" title=\"Is HiU Messenger Paid?\">Is HiU Messenger Paid?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/how-to-unblock-whatsapp-calls-in-uae\/#Pros_of_HiU\" title=\"Pros of HiU\u00a0\">Pros of HiU\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/how-to-unblock-whatsapp-calls-in-uae\/#Cons_if_HiU\" title=\"Cons if HiU\">Cons if HiU<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-32\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/how-to-unblock-whatsapp-calls-in-uae\/#6_CMe\" title=\"6. C\u2019Me\">6. C\u2019Me<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-33\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/how-to-unblock-whatsapp-calls-in-uae\/#Is_CMe_paid\" title=\"Is C\u2019Me paid?\">Is C\u2019Me paid?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-34\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/how-to-unblock-whatsapp-calls-in-uae\/#Pros_of_CMe\" title=\"Pros of C\u2019Me\">Pros of C\u2019Me<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-35\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/how-to-unblock-whatsapp-calls-in-uae\/#Cons_of_CMe\" title=\"Cons of C\u2019Me\">Cons of C\u2019Me<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-36\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/how-to-unblock-whatsapp-calls-in-uae\/#Quick_Summary_%E2%80%93_WhatsApp_Alternatives_For_UAE\" title=\"Quick Summary &#8211; WhatsApp Alternatives For UAE\">Quick Summary &#8211; WhatsApp Alternatives For UAE<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-37\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/how-to-unblock-whatsapp-calls-in-uae\/#Features\" title=\"Features\">Features<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-38\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/how-to-unblock-whatsapp-calls-in-uae\/#BOTIM\" title=\"BOTIM\">BOTIM<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-39\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/how-to-unblock-whatsapp-calls-in-uae\/#MS_Teams\" title=\"MS Teams\">MS Teams<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-40\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/how-to-unblock-whatsapp-calls-in-uae\/#GoChat\" title=\"GoChat\">GoChat<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-41\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/how-to-unblock-whatsapp-calls-in-uae\/#Zoom\" title=\"Zoom\">Zoom<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-42\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/how-to-unblock-whatsapp-calls-in-uae\/#HiU_Messenger\" title=\"HiU Messenger\">HiU Messenger<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-43\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/how-to-unblock-whatsapp-calls-in-uae\/#CMe\" title=\"C\u2019Me\">C\u2019Me<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-44\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/how-to-unblock-whatsapp-calls-in-uae\/#Conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-45\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/how-to-unblock-whatsapp-calls-in-uae\/#Start_Browsing_Privately\" title=\"Start Browsing Privately!\">Start Browsing Privately!<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-46\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/how-to-unblock-whatsapp-calls-in-uae\/#How_to_Unblock_WhatsApp_Calls_in_UAE\" title=\"How to Unblock WhatsApp Calls in UAE\">How to Unblock WhatsApp Calls in UAE<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"WhatsApp_blocked_in_the_UAE\"><\/span><strong>WhatsApp blocked in the UAE?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In UAE WhatsApp Audio and video calling features are blcoked other than that you use the app for messaging purposes. However, to call over the internet, you need to follow some other ways or use other applications.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Note:<\/strong> All the apps that are used in UAE first have to get TRA approval to operate in UAE.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p><strong>Also Read:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/resources\/hacked-whatsapp-account\/\">How to Recover a Hacked WhatsApp Account<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Reasons_for_the_UAE_VoIP_ban\"><\/span><strong>Reasons for the UAE VoIP ban?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The UAE government, not want to control every user&#8217;s way of communication online. And for that, they have created rules that must be abided by the voice, video calling services online. UAE blocked policies can be learn from these given factors.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Control_over_VoIP\"><\/span><strong>Control over VoIP<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The government wants WhatsApp to get permission from the local communication service providers to have easy monitoring. However, WhatsApp didn&#8217;t take the permission and so the UAE government blocked it&#8217;s calling features.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Security_Risks\"><\/span><strong>Security Risks<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">WharsaOPP uses end-to-end encryption, and it makes giveebnmnet bodies to monitor users\u2019 communication on this platform. And it can become a security risk for the country as well.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Promote_local_Services\"><\/span><strong>Promote local Services<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The government wants to keep local telecom businesses secure, like \u201cEtisalat\u201d, \u201cDu\u201d. As the only generates revenue when people call using the paid service. As WhatsApp provides an internet calling and messaging service for free, people are moving towards this app.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Must_Follow_UAE_Rules\"><\/span><strong>Must Follow UAE Rules<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All the communication service providers in the UAE must have to follow the rules of the government regarding where the users&#8217; data is stored, the use of applications, and the handling of private information. Some WhatsApp features don&#8217;t align with WhatsApp&#8217;s policies, so the UAE&#8217;s government blocked them.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_unblock_WhatsApp_calls_UAE\"><\/span><strong>How to unblock WhatsApp calls UAE?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can either access WhatsApp calls in Dubai, or you can use the subtitles apps for it. Here is the explanation for each of the WhatsApp alternative platforms used in the UAE.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"By_Using_the_VPN\"><\/span><strong>By Using the VPN<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the easiest ways is you use a VPN to unblock WhatsApp calls UAE. The VPN will bypass all the restrictions, but first, you must get the right VPN service. Since many free services can steal your personal data, which can cause you harm in the future, moreover, they can also share your data with agencies.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Selecting_the_Right_VPN_Service_for_UAE\"><\/span><strong>Selecting the Right VPN Service for UAE<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s necessary to get the right and secure VPN service that won\u2019t steal your data and provide an excellent service. Some factors are here and enough to find you the best VPN service:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Security &amp; Privacy:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> The major and first concern while selecting a VPN service is the security and Privacy. Check how safe the app is to use.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Encryption: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Know about the encryption protocols and get the VPN that uses the top encryption protocol of 256-AES AES encryption.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>No Data storing:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Get the VPN that has clear and straightforward policies of not storing users&#8217; data.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>More Security:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Must have other security features like split tunneling or kill switches, which keep non-VPN traffic secure even if you lose VPN connection.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>VoIP service:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> VPN service mustn\u2019t be only for messaging, but should unblock WhatsApp calls UAE.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These factors will help you get the right VPN soon, and will help you access WhatsApp calls in Dubai for free.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"VPN_for_WhatsApp_calling_UAE_%E2%80%93_iProVPN\"><\/span><strong>VPN for WhatsApp calling UAE \u2013 iProVPN<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As all the factors mentioned above will help you get the best VPN for UAE, and one of the top VPN you can rely on is iProVPN. It has all the best features of a VPN that let you access WhatsApp in the UAE.<\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote><p><strong>Also Read:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/resources\/is-whatsapp-safe-to-use\/\">Is WhatsApp Safe to Use? The Security Measures and Concerns<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Connect_to_iProVPN_to_access_WhatsApp_calls_Dubai\"><\/span><strong>Connect to iProVPN to access WhatsApp calls Dubai<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are using the iProVPN service, here is how to connect to your device with VPN;<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/\">iProVPN site<\/a>.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Go to the <a href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/buy-vpn\">pricing page<\/a> to buy the subscription.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Install the iProVPN app from the <a href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/download\/android-vpn\">Google Play<\/a> and<a href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/download\/ios-vpn\"> Apple Store<\/a>.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Add in credentials or create your account from the beginning.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Connect with a <a href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/servers\">VPN server<\/a> where WhatsApp works fine.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now you can able to voice or video calls efficiently in Dubai.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"WhatsApp_Alternatives_in_the_UAE\"><\/span><strong>WhatsApp Alternatives in the UAE<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Users in the UAE use their local telecom networks for calling, which are paid services, and help in the economy. Furthermore, there are UAE-owned licensed VoIP apps that users prefer in the UAE. Here is the list of the apps that you can use as a substitute for WhatsApp.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_BOTIM\"><\/span><strong>1. BOTIM<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the most used and popular apps in the UAE, and a great alternative to WhatsApp, moreover government has confidence in the app and licensed it. With BOTIM, you can easily call within the UAE or internationally. Moreover, it has many more features other than just communicating with others; there\u2019s it has its own digital wallet, and you can pay your bills and send money easily without switching to another online banking app.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_BOTIM_free\"><\/span><strong>Is BOTIM free?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It comes with a subscription, depending on the package, which gets through the local telecom networks like Etisalat or DU.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pros_OF_BOTIM\"><\/span><strong>Pros OF BOTIM\u00a0<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Has a within the BOTIM wallet.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Offers encrypted voice and video calls.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An AI bot is integrated to use as an assistant on the app.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cons_Of_BOTIM\"><\/span><strong>Cons Of BOTIM<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The BOTIM wallet may delay money transfers.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Requires a stronger internet for smooth calling.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Limitless internet calls require a subscription.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Microsoft_Teams\"><\/span><strong>2. Microsoft Teams<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the best WhatsApp alternatives you can find in the UAE is Microsoft Teams. You can use it to contact your family, and perfect for managing your meetings professionally; you can discuss anything confidential on MS Teams as this platform is secure and encrypted. You can share documents with others, create a group easily, and talk with everyone. Moreover, it can also generate AI-based summaries.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_MS_Teams_Paid\"><\/span><strong>Is MS Teams Paid?\u00a0<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Microsoft Teams offers multiple subscription packages, from the free version to Business and Enterprise versions. Team essential plan for 22 AED users\/month and Business plan starting from 26.50 AED users\/month.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pros_of_MS_Teams\"><\/span><strong>Pros of MS Teams<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Can use more MS tools on Teams.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Has an application for Android and iOS.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Increase productivity with multiple features.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cons_of_MS_Teams\"><\/span><strong>Cons of MS Teams<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sometimes glitches might come.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">New users take time to explore features.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Video may lag if there\u2019s no speedy internet.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_GoChat\"><\/span><strong>3. GoChat<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A free app from the UAE\u2019s telecom network Etisalat, which gained popularity in the country quickly. The app is trusted by many users. Just like BOTIM, you can also transfer money via GoChat; moreover, it allows you to pay bills and send money to international countries. It\u2019s a good alternative platform for WhatsApp if you are looking to <strong>unblock WhatsApp calls UAE<\/strong>, also you can book events through GoChat.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_GoChat_Paid\"><\/span><strong>Is GoChat Paid?\u00a0<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">GoChat is a free VoIP application in the UAE, having a good rating and trusted by millions.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pros_of_GoChat\"><\/span><strong>Pros of GoChat<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Complete free app for UAE users.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Easy to use with no complexities.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Works well on phones and browsers.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cons_of_GoChat\"><\/span><strong>Cons of GoChat<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lagging in voice and video calls.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sometimes minor bugs can show up.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Call notifications let the screen light up.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Zoom\"><\/span><strong>4. Zoom<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Zoom is a go to platform, when you are working remotely as a freelancer or working for an intrenation company. It is widely use after MS Teams in UAe, since it provides the smooth video calling features and others. In the paid Zoom version, you can get more features, like adding hundreds of participants to a meeting.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_Zoom_Paid\"><\/span><strong>Is Zoom Paid?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, it has a paid and free version. Get Pro Zoom for AED 60\/month, Business for AED 110\/month.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pros_of_ZOOM\"><\/span><strong>Pros of ZOOM\u00a0<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whiteboard to explain ideas.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Have an easy-to-use layout.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Different tools to make you productive.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Cons of Zoom<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Security issue in video joining.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The free plan allows 40 minutes of meeting time only.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Uses high bandwidth for calling with high quality.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_HiU_Messenger\"><\/span><strong>5. HiU Messenger<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">HiU Messenger allows you to do VoIP communication in the UAE. Moreover It\u2019s a good alternative VoIP platform if you are looking to unblock WhatsApp calls. This platform is TRA-approved, so there is no doubt about its legality. HiU Messenger lets you make high-quality video calls, and you can even continue your video or audio call in crowded areas.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_HiU_Messenger_Paid\"><\/span><strong>Is HiU Messenger Paid?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To activate the service, you need to subscribe via the local telecom networks of the UAE.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pros_of_HiU\"><\/span><strong>Pros of HiU\u00a0<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Secure VoIP platform in the UAE.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Easy file, video, and sticker sharing.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Group call and add up to 500 participants.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cons_if_HiU\"><\/span><strong>Cons if HiU<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Required Internet calling Plan.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do not work without a stable internet.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Basic features than competitive VoIP apps.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_CMe\"><\/span><strong>6. C\u2019Me<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">C\u2019me is another option for WhatsApp to use in the UAE. The platform is simple to use with easy-to-use features. It is less popular from the platforms that are discussed above, however it&#8217;s a reliable VoIP app if you are searching for one in the UAE. The best thing it works over slow networks as well, and your calls won\u2019t hang in between. The app does not have extra features that make it easy to use.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_CMe_paid\"><\/span><strong>Is C\u2019Me paid?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get the subscription form Etisalat local telecom network.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pros_of_CMe\"><\/span><strong>Pros of C\u2019Me<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Easy locations, photo sharing.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Works well on both Android and Ios.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Provides secure encryption of data.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cons_of_CMe\"><\/span><strong>Cons of C\u2019Me<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Works only for Etisalat users.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Have fewer and basic features.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Subscription as per Etisalat.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Quick_Summary_%E2%80%93_WhatsApp_Alternatives_For_UAE\"><\/span><strong>Quick Summary &#8211; WhatsApp Alternatives For UAE<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here is the summary of all the platforms discussed above in detail:<\/span><\/p>\n<table style=\"width: 100%; height: 323px;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr style=\"height: 93px;\">\n<td style=\"text-align: center; width: 14.5374%; height: 93px;\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Features\"><\/span><b>Features<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center; width: 16.2996%; height: 93px;\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"BOTIM\"><\/span><b>BOTIM<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center; width: 13.8032%; height: 93px;\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"MS_Teams\"><\/span><b>MS Teams<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center; width: 14.0969%; height: 93px;\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"GoChat\"><\/span><b>GoChat<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center; width: 13.2159%; height: 93px;\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Zoom\"><\/span><b>Zoom<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center; width: 14.0969%; height: 93px;\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"HiU_Messenger\"><\/span><b>HiU Messenger<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center; width: 12.4816%; height: 93px;\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"CMe\"><\/span><b>C\u2019Me<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 31px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 14.5374%; height: 31px;\"><b>TRA Approval<\/b><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 16.2996%; text-align: center; height: 31px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 13.8032%; text-align: center; height: 31px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 14.0969%; text-align: center; height: 31px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 13.2159%; text-align: center; height: 31px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 14.0969%; text-align: center; height: 31px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 12.4816%; text-align: center; height: 31px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 88px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 14.5374%; height: 88px;\"><b>More Features<\/b><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 16.2996%; text-align: center; height: 88px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Texts, Video\/Audio call, built-in wallet<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 13.8032%; text-align: center; height: 88px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Messages, file sharing, meetings<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 14.0969%; text-align: center; height: 88px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Payments, messaging, shopping<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 13.2159%; text-align: center; height: 88px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Call recording, Screen sharing<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 14.0969%; text-align: center; height: 88px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Calling, messages<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 12.4816%; text-align: center; height: 88px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Basic calling and messages<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 49px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 14.5374%; height: 49px;\"><b>Encryption<\/b><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 16.2996%; height: 49px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Encrypted<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 13.8032%; height: 49px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Uses AES-256-bit encryption<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 14.0969%; height: 49px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Encrypted<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 13.2159%; height: 49px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Encrypted<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 14.0969%; height: 49px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Encrypted<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 12.4816%; height: 49px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">End-to-end encrypted<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 30px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 14.5374%; height: 30px;\"><b>Works Offline<\/b><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 16.2996%; text-align: center; height: 30px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 13.8032%; text-align: center; height: 30px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 14.0969%; text-align: center; height: 30px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 13.2159%; text-align: center; height: 30px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 14.0969%; text-align: center; height: 30px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 12.4816%; text-align: center; height: 30px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 32px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 14.5374%; height: 32px;\"><b>Level of ease<\/b><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 16.2996%; text-align: center; height: 32px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Simple\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 13.8032%; text-align: center; height: 32px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Medium\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 14.0969%; text-align: center; height: 32px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Simple\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 13.2159%; text-align: center; height: 32px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Medium\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 14.0969%; text-align: center; height: 32px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Simple\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 12.4816%; text-align: center; height: 32px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Basic very simple<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are from UAE, you can only use the messaging feature of WhatsApp and not the audio, video calling features of <strong>WhatsApp in the UAE<\/strong>. There are some alternative WhatsApp platforms that you can use in the UAE, like the famous BOTIM, GoChat, Zoom, and others. All of these services are paid and you have to ghet the subscription from local UAE telecom networks, also always use a secure VPN like <strong>iProVPN<\/strong> to unblock WhatsApp calls in the UAE.<\/span><\/p>\n    \t<hr class=\"mt-5\">\n        <div class=\"custom_CTA mt-5\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n                <div class=\"col-lg-7 align-self-center text-lg-left text-center\">\n                    <h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Start_Browsing_Privately\"><\/span>Start Browsing Privately!<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n                    <p clas=\"mb-0\">iProVPN encrypts your data for protection against hackers and surveillance. Unblock your favorite streaming platforms instantly with the best VPN for streaming.<\/p>\n                <\/div>\n                <div class=\"col-lg-5 align-self-center text-center\">\n                    <a class=\"custom_btn_cta\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/buy-vpn\" title=\"Get iProVPN Now\">Get iProVPN NOW<\/a>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n    \t<\/div>\n    \n<style type=\"text\/css\"><\/style><section id='' class='helpie-faq accordions faq-toggle open-first groupSettings-534__enabled ' data-collection='' data-pagination='0' data-search='0' data-pagination-enabled='0'><h3 class=\"collection-title\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Unblock_WhatsApp_Calls_in_UAE\"><\/span>How to Unblock WhatsApp Calls in UAE<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><article class=\"accordion \"><div class='helpie-faq-row'><div class='helpie-faq-col helpie-faq-col-12' ><ul><li class=\"accordion__item \"><div class=\"accordion__header \" data-id=\"post-16956\" data-item=\"\" style=\"background:transparent;\" data-tags=\"\"><div class=\"accordion__title\">Why are WhatsApp Calls blocked in the UAE?<\/div><\/div><div class=\"accordion__body\" style=\"background:transparent;\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Free and real-time calling services can some used for planning quick activities in the country, which can be risky, so the UAE government preferred to block the WhatsApp calling features.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/li><li class=\"accordion__item \"><div class=\"accordion__header \" data-id=\"post-16957\" data-item=\"\" style=\"background:transparent;\" data-tags=\"\"><div class=\"accordion__title\">Is WhatsApp blocked in the UAE?<\/div><\/div><div class=\"accordion__body\" style=\"background:transparent;\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Partially, yes, you can only use the messaging features on WhatsApp except for the Audio and video calling.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/li><li class=\"accordion__item \"><div class=\"accordion__header \" data-id=\"post-16958\" data-item=\"\" style=\"background:transparent;\" data-tags=\"\"><div class=\"accordion__title\">What is TRDA in the UAE?<\/div><\/div><div class=\"accordion__body\" style=\"background:transparent;\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">TRDA (Telecommunication and Digital Government Regulatory Authority) is responsible to check the telecom companies, and checks if the apps have the TRA approval or not.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/li><li class=\"accordion__item \"><div class=\"accordion__header \" data-id=\"post-16959\" data-item=\"\" style=\"background:transparent;\" data-tags=\"\"><div class=\"accordion__title\">How can you call via WhatsApp in Dubai?<\/div><\/div><div class=\"accordion__body\" style=\"background:transparent;\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">To access WhatsApp calls in Dubai, you are required to use a VPN service in the UAE. Connect to the country server where WhatsApp works without any block.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/li><li class=\"accordion__item \"><div class=\"accordion__header \" data-id=\"post-16960\" data-item=\"\" style=\"background:transparent;\" data-tags=\"\"><div class=\"accordion__title\">What is the best VPN for the UAE?<\/div><\/div><div class=\"accordion__body\" style=\"background:transparent;\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The best VPN for the UAE is iProVPN without any second choice, since it is secure and comes with affordability. It will help you bypass WhatsApp calling features in UAE smoothly.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/article><\/section>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Going to the UAE? Make sure to have another VoIP app on your phone, since you can only use WhatsApp&#8217;s messaging feature and can\u2019t call in the UAE. Just like any other government UAE\u2019s government has internet rules. In this blog, you will learn how to easily unblock WhatsApp calls in the UAE and which [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":13,"featured_media":17076,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[6,16],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-16954","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-privacy-security","category-vpn-privileges"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v25.2 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>How to Unblock WhatsApp Calls in UAE - iProVPN Blog<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Use the best WhatsApp in the UAE, like BOTIM, GoChat, and others, to unblock WhatsApp calls in UAE. Use iProVPN.\" \/>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/how-to-unblock-whatsapp-calls-in-uae\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"How to Unblock WhatsApp Calls in UAE - iProVPN Blog\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"Use the best WhatsApp in the UAE, like BOTIM, GoChat, and others, to unblock WhatsApp calls in UAE. Use iProVPN.\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:url\" content=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/how-to-unblock-whatsapp-calls-in-uae\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:site_name\" content=\"iProVPN Blog\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:published_time\" content=\"2025-12-19T12:25:18+00:00\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:modified_time\" content=\"2026-01-13T13:36:50+00:00\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:image\" content=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/How-to-Unblock-WhatsApp-Calls-in-UAE.png\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:width\" content=\"514\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:height\" content=\"346\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:type\" content=\"image\/png\" \/>\n<meta name=\"author\" content=\"Roha Sohail\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:card\" content=\"summary_large_image\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:label1\" content=\"Written by\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:data1\" content=\"Roha Sohail\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:label2\" content=\"Est. reading time\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:data2\" content=\"9 minutes\" \/>\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\" class=\"yoast-schema-graph\">{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@graph\":[{\"@type\":\"Article\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/how-to-unblock-whatsapp-calls-in-uae\/#article\",\"isPartOf\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/how-to-unblock-whatsapp-calls-in-uae\/\"},\"author\":{\"name\":\"Roha Sohail\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/#\/schema\/person\/d770dcf6407ead0c2e405a0c69f3c320\"},\"headline\":\"How to Unblock WhatsApp Calls in UAE\",\"datePublished\":\"2025-12-19T12:25:18+00:00\",\"dateModified\":\"2026-01-13T13:36:50+00:00\",\"mainEntityOfPage\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/how-to-unblock-whatsapp-calls-in-uae\/\"},\"wordCount\":1835,\"commentCount\":0,\"publisher\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/#organization\"},\"image\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/how-to-unblock-whatsapp-calls-in-uae\/#primaryimage\"},\"thumbnailUrl\":\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/How-to-Unblock-WhatsApp-Calls-in-UAE.png\",\"articleSection\":[\"Privacy &amp; Security\",\"VPN Privileges\"],\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"potentialAction\":[{\"@type\":\"CommentAction\",\"name\":\"Comment\",\"target\":[\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/how-to-unblock-whatsapp-calls-in-uae\/#respond\"]}]},{\"@type\":\"WebPage\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/how-to-unblock-whatsapp-calls-in-uae\/\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/how-to-unblock-whatsapp-calls-in-uae\/\",\"name\":\"How to Unblock WhatsApp Calls in UAE - iProVPN Blog\",\"isPartOf\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/#website\"},\"primaryImageOfPage\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/how-to-unblock-whatsapp-calls-in-uae\/#primaryimage\"},\"image\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/how-to-unblock-whatsapp-calls-in-uae\/#primaryimage\"},\"thumbnailUrl\":\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/How-to-Unblock-WhatsApp-Calls-in-UAE.png\",\"datePublished\":\"2025-12-19T12:25:18+00:00\",\"dateModified\":\"2026-01-13T13:36:50+00:00\",\"description\":\"Use the best WhatsApp in the UAE, like BOTIM, GoChat, and others, to unblock WhatsApp calls in UAE. Use iProVPN.\",\"breadcrumb\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/how-to-unblock-whatsapp-calls-in-uae\/#breadcrumb\"},\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"potentialAction\":[{\"@type\":\"ReadAction\",\"target\":[\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/how-to-unblock-whatsapp-calls-in-uae\/\"]}]},{\"@type\":\"ImageObject\",\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/how-to-unblock-whatsapp-calls-in-uae\/#primaryimage\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/How-to-Unblock-WhatsApp-Calls-in-UAE.png\",\"contentUrl\":\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/How-to-Unblock-WhatsApp-Calls-in-UAE.png\",\"width\":514,\"height\":346,\"caption\":\"How to Unblock WhatsApp Calls in UAE\"},{\"@type\":\"BreadcrumbList\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/how-to-unblock-whatsapp-calls-in-uae\/#breadcrumb\",\"itemListElement\":[{\"@type\":\"ListItem\",\"position\":1,\"name\":\"Home\",\"item\":\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/\"},{\"@type\":\"ListItem\",\"position\":2,\"name\":\"How to Unblock WhatsApp Calls in UAE\"}]},{\"@type\":\"WebSite\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/#website\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/\",\"name\":\"iProVPN Blog\",\"description\":\"Just another WordPress site\",\"publisher\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/#organization\"},\"potentialAction\":[{\"@type\":\"SearchAction\",\"target\":{\"@type\":\"EntryPoint\",\"urlTemplate\":\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/?s={search_term_string}\"},\"query-input\":{\"@type\":\"PropertyValueSpecification\",\"valueRequired\":true,\"valueName\":\"search_term_string\"}}],\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\"},{\"@type\":\"Organization\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/#organization\",\"name\":\"iProVPN\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/\",\"logo\":{\"@type\":\"ImageObject\",\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/#\/schema\/logo\/image\/\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/logo.png\",\"contentUrl\":\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/logo.png\",\"width\":163,\"height\":51,\"caption\":\"iProVPN\"},\"image\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/#\/schema\/logo\/image\/\"}},{\"@type\":\"Person\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/#\/schema\/person\/d770dcf6407ead0c2e405a0c69f3c320\",\"name\":\"Roha Sohail\",\"image\":{\"@type\":\"ImageObject\",\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/#\/schema\/person\/image\/\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/53e2dd32887b2f9f4cea6cfd2d15bb0961a7f1b0caee6bef0114a5e48729659a?s=96&d=mm&r=g\",\"contentUrl\":\"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/53e2dd32887b2f9f4cea6cfd2d15bb0961a7f1b0caee6bef0114a5e48729659a?s=96&d=mm&r=g\",\"caption\":\"Roha Sohail\"}}]}<\/script>\n<!-- \/ Yoast SEO plugin. -->","yoast_head_json":{"title":"How to Unblock WhatsApp Calls in UAE - iProVPN Blog","description":"Use the best WhatsApp in the UAE, like BOTIM, GoChat, and others, to unblock WhatsApp calls in UAE. Use iProVPN.","robots":{"index":"index","follow":"follow","max-snippet":"max-snippet:-1","max-image-preview":"max-image-preview:large","max-video-preview":"max-video-preview:-1"},"canonical":"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/how-to-unblock-whatsapp-calls-in-uae\/","og_locale":"en_US","og_type":"article","og_title":"How to Unblock WhatsApp Calls in UAE - iProVPN Blog","og_description":"Use the best WhatsApp in the UAE, like BOTIM, GoChat, and others, to unblock WhatsApp calls in UAE. Use iProVPN.","og_url":"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/how-to-unblock-whatsapp-calls-in-uae\/","og_site_name":"iProVPN Blog","article_published_time":"2025-12-19T12:25:18+00:00","article_modified_time":"2026-01-13T13:36:50+00:00","og_image":[{"width":514,"height":346,"url":"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/How-to-Unblock-WhatsApp-Calls-in-UAE.png","type":"image\/png"}],"author":"Roha Sohail","twitter_card":"summary_large_image","twitter_misc":{"Written by":"Roha Sohail","Est. reading time":"9 minutes"},"schema":{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org","@graph":[{"@type":"Article","@id":"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/how-to-unblock-whatsapp-calls-in-uae\/#article","isPartOf":{"@id":"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/how-to-unblock-whatsapp-calls-in-uae\/"},"author":{"name":"Roha Sohail","@id":"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/#\/schema\/person\/d770dcf6407ead0c2e405a0c69f3c320"},"headline":"How to Unblock WhatsApp Calls in UAE","datePublished":"2025-12-19T12:25:18+00:00","dateModified":"2026-01-13T13:36:50+00:00","mainEntityOfPage":{"@id":"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/how-to-unblock-whatsapp-calls-in-uae\/"},"wordCount":1835,"commentCount":0,"publisher":{"@id":"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/#organization"},"image":{"@id":"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/how-to-unblock-whatsapp-calls-in-uae\/#primaryimage"},"thumbnailUrl":"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/How-to-Unblock-WhatsApp-Calls-in-UAE.png","articleSection":["Privacy &amp; Security","VPN Privileges"],"inLanguage":"en-US","potentialAction":[{"@type":"CommentAction","name":"Comment","target":["https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/how-to-unblock-whatsapp-calls-in-uae\/#respond"]}]},{"@type":"WebPage","@id":"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/how-to-unblock-whatsapp-calls-in-uae\/","url":"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/how-to-unblock-whatsapp-calls-in-uae\/","name":"How to Unblock WhatsApp Calls in UAE - iProVPN Blog","isPartOf":{"@id":"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/#website"},"primaryImageOfPage":{"@id":"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/how-to-unblock-whatsapp-calls-in-uae\/#primaryimage"},"image":{"@id":"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/how-to-unblock-whatsapp-calls-in-uae\/#primaryimage"},"thumbnailUrl":"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/How-to-Unblock-WhatsApp-Calls-in-UAE.png","datePublished":"2025-12-19T12:25:18+00:00","dateModified":"2026-01-13T13:36:50+00:00","description":"Use the best WhatsApp in the UAE, like BOTIM, GoChat, and others, to unblock WhatsApp calls in UAE. Use iProVPN.","breadcrumb":{"@id":"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/how-to-unblock-whatsapp-calls-in-uae\/#breadcrumb"},"inLanguage":"en-US","potentialAction":[{"@type":"ReadAction","target":["https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/how-to-unblock-whatsapp-calls-in-uae\/"]}]},{"@type":"ImageObject","inLanguage":"en-US","@id":"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/how-to-unblock-whatsapp-calls-in-uae\/#primaryimage","url":"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/How-to-Unblock-WhatsApp-Calls-in-UAE.png","contentUrl":"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/How-to-Unblock-WhatsApp-Calls-in-UAE.png","width":514,"height":346,"caption":"How to Unblock WhatsApp Calls in UAE"},{"@type":"BreadcrumbList","@id":"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/how-to-unblock-whatsapp-calls-in-uae\/#breadcrumb","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Home","item":"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"How to Unblock WhatsApp Calls in UAE"}]},{"@type":"WebSite","@id":"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/#website","url":"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/","name":"iProVPN Blog","description":"Just another WordPress site","publisher":{"@id":"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/#organization"},"potentialAction":[{"@type":"SearchAction","target":{"@type":"EntryPoint","urlTemplate":"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/?s={search_term_string}"},"query-input":{"@type":"PropertyValueSpecification","valueRequired":true,"valueName":"search_term_string"}}],"inLanguage":"en-US"},{"@type":"Organization","@id":"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/#organization","name":"iProVPN","url":"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","inLanguage":"en-US","@id":"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/#\/schema\/logo\/image\/","url":"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/logo.png","contentUrl":"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/logo.png","width":163,"height":51,"caption":"iProVPN"},"image":{"@id":"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/#\/schema\/logo\/image\/"}},{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/#\/schema\/person\/d770dcf6407ead0c2e405a0c69f3c320","name":"Roha Sohail","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","inLanguage":"en-US","@id":"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/#\/schema\/person\/image\/","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/53e2dd32887b2f9f4cea6cfd2d15bb0961a7f1b0caee6bef0114a5e48729659a?s=96&d=mm&r=g","contentUrl":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/53e2dd32887b2f9f4cea6cfd2d15bb0961a7f1b0caee6bef0114a5e48729659a?s=96&d=mm&r=g","caption":"Roha Sohail"}}]}},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/16954","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/13"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=16954"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/16954\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":16961,"href":"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/16954\/revisions\/16961"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/17076"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=16954"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=16954"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=16954"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}