{"id":29804,"date":"2026-03-13T10:58:04","date_gmt":"2026-03-12T23:58:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.letsbemates.com.au\/mate\/?p=29804"},"modified":"2026-03-13T10:58:14","modified_gmt":"2026-03-12T23:58:14","slug":"toll-free-calls-middle-east","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.letsbemates.com.au\/mate\/toll-free-calls-middle-east\/","title":{"rendered":"Toll-free calls to the Middle East during ongoing unrest"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>In light of recent unrest in the Middle East, all MATE mobile services can make toll-free calls to several affected countries from within Australia.<\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">Staying connected in difficult times<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>At MATE, we know how important it is to stay connected with the people who matter most. When events overseas impact friends and family, even a short phone call can mean a lot.<\/p>\n<p>To help our customers stay in touch with loved ones, <span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">all MATE mobile services can make toll-free calls from Australia to selected countries<\/span>.<\/p>\n<p>These toll-free calls are available from <span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">12:01 AM AEDT on Thursday 13 March 2026 until withdrawn<\/span>.<\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">Countries included<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Toll-free calls are available to the following destinations:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Bahrain (+973)<\/li>\n<li>Iran (+98)<\/li>\n<li>Israel (+972)<\/li>\n<li>Kuwait (+965)<\/li>\n<li>Lebanon (+961)<\/li>\n<li>Oman (+968)<\/li>\n<li>Qatar (+974)<\/li>\n<li>Saudi Arabia (+966)<\/li>\n<li>United Arab Emirates (+971)<\/li>\n<li>Palestine (+970)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">A message from our team<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Our thoughts are with everyone affected by the ongoing events across the Middle East.<\/p>\n<p>During challenging times, hearing a familiar voice can provide comfort and reassurance. We hope this small step helps our customers stay connected with their loved ones when it matters most.<\/p>\n<p>Please stay safe and take care of each other.<\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #00b26b; font-weight: 600;\">Frequently asked questions<\/span><\/h2>\n<div class=\"accordion-list\">\n<div class=\"accordion\">\n<h3 class=\"accordion-header\">Which services are eligible?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"accordion-content\">\n<p>All active <span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">MATE mobile services<\/span> can make toll-free calls to the listed destinations from within Australia.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"accordion\">\n<h3 class=\"accordion-header\">Are SMS or MMS included?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"accordion-content\">\n<p>No. This support applies to <span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">voice calls only<\/span>. Standard charges apply to SMS and MMS messages.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"accordion\">\n<h3 class=\"accordion-header\">Can I call while overseas?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"accordion-content\">\n<p>No. Toll-free calls apply only when calling <span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">from Australia<\/span>. Calls made while roaming overseas are not included.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"accordion\">\n<h3 class=\"accordion-header\">How long are these calls toll-free for?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"accordion-content\">\n<p>Toll-free calls are available from <span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">12:01 AM AEDT on Thursday 13 March 2026<\/span> until withdrawn.<\/p>\n<p>For charges to calls made outside of this period, refer to our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.letsbemates.com.au\/includes\/uploads\/Important%20Stuff\/mate_communicate_international_call_rates.pdf\">international call &amp; message charges for mobile services<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div style=\"position: fixed; bottom: 10px; right: 20px; z-index: 2147483647;\" data-testid=\"notifications-container\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div style=\"position: fixed; bottom: 10px; right: 20px; z-index: 2147483647;\" data-testid=\"notifications-container\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div style=\"position: fixed; bottom: 10px; right: 20px; z-index: 2147483647;\" data-testid=\"notifications-container\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div style=\"position: fixed; bottom: 10px; right: 20px; z-index: 2147483647;\" data-testid=\"notifications-container\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In light of recent unrest in the Middle East, all MATE mobile services can make toll-free calls to several affected countries from within Australia. 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