Before a trip abroad, most people worry about outgoing roaming charges — but incoming calls while roaming can cost just as much on some plans. Ooredoo Kuwait’s barring set includes a code aimed specifically at that blind spot.
Quick answer
| Bar | Code |
|---|---|
| All outgoing | *33*PIN# |
| Outgoing international | *331*PIN# |
| All incoming | *35*PIN# |
| Incoming while roaming only | *351*PIN# |
| Remove all | #330*PIN# |
The travel-specific option
*351*PIN# is narrower than a full incoming bar — it only restricts incoming calls while you’re roaming internationally, leaving your line completely normal once you’re back on Ooredoo’s home network. Set it the day before a trip, remove it with #330*PIN# on return.
Same codes on Zain and STC
Because barring is a GSM standard, these codes are identical across all three Kuwait operators — useful if family members are split across networks and you want consistent instructions for everyone.
Need the reverse — redirecting calls instead of blocking them? See Ooredoo Kuwait call forwarding.
Verified against Ooredoo Kuwait’s official support guidance, August 2026.
Step-by-Step Guide
- 1
Activate
*33*0000#.
- 2
Check
*#33#.
- 3
Cancel
#330*PIN#.
Troubleshooting
PIN rejected
0000. Call 121.
Calls blocked
#330*PIN#.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I avoid roaming charges on incoming calls specifically?
Dial *351*PIN# before travelling — it bars incoming calls only while roaming, not at home.
What's the default PIN?
0000. Call 121 to set your own.
How do I cancel every bar?
Dial #330*PIN#, then verify with *#33#.
Is barring free on Ooredoo Kuwait?
Yes, completely free to apply and remove.
Do these codes work the same on Zain and STC Kuwait?
Yes, identically — barring is a GSM standard, not operator-specific.