Etisalat’s call barring documentation lists the default PIN as “usually 0000 or 1234” — an ambiguity worth resolving up front, since trying the wrong default first just wastes a step before you either succeed or need to call in for a reset.
Quick answer
Dial *33*[PIN]# to activate all-outgoing barring. Try PIN 0000 first, then 1234 if that fails.
Full code set
| Bar | Code |
|---|---|
| All outgoing calls | *33*PIN# |
| Outgoing international | *331*PIN# |
| International except home | *332*PIN# |
| All incoming calls | *35*PIN# |
| Incoming while roaming | *351*PIN# |
Cancelling by type, not just all-or-nothing
Rather than one master reset, Etisalat lets you cancel selectively: #33*PIN# removes outgoing bars only, #35*PIN# removes incoming bars only, and #330*PIN# clears every bar at once. If you’ve only barred one direction, using the specific cancel code avoids accidentally reopening a restriction you meant to keep.
Why bother with barring at all
Beyond blocking accidental spend, network-level barring is commonly used on shared or business lines to stop unauthorised international calls, on a child’s first phone to prevent outgoing dialling entirely while keeping it reachable, or temporarily while travelling to avoid roaming-related incoming charges.
Locked out?
If neither 0000 nor 1234 works and you’ve genuinely forgotten a custom PIN, call 101 to have Etisalat reset it — there’s no user-side recovery path around a forgotten custom PIN.
Want the reverse — routing calls elsewhere instead of blocking them? See Etisalat call forwarding.
Codes verified against e&’s official support guidance, July 2026.
Step-by-Step Guide
- 1
Activate
Dial *33*PIN# (all outgoing) or *331*PIN# (international only). Default PIN: 0000.
- 2
Verify
Try making a call of the barred type — it should be blocked with an audio message.
- 3
Deactivate
Dial #33*PIN# to remove outgoing bars, or #330*PIN# to remove all bars.
Alternative Methods
Dial *33*PIN# from your phone dialer.
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Troubleshooting
PIN rejected
Try 0000 or 1234 as defaults. Call 101 to reset your call barring PIN.
Cannot make any calls after barring
You may have activated *33* (all outgoing). Dial #33*PIN# to deactivate, or #330*PIN# to remove all bars.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the default Etisalat call barring PIN?
Usually 0000 or 1234 — try both before calling 101 for a reset.
Why use call barring at all?
Useful for controlling costs on shared/business lines, preventing children from making international calls, or blocking incoming charges while travelling.
Does call barring cost extra?
No, setting it up is free — it simply restricts which calls can be made or received.
Can I cancel just the outgoing bar and keep the incoming one active?
Yes — #33*PIN# cancels outgoing bars only, leaving any active incoming bar untouched.
What if I've forgotten a PIN I set myself?
Call 101 — there's no self-service recovery for a custom PIN once forgotten.