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| Provider | Plan | Data | Validity | Price | Price/GB | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 GigSky | Middle East - 100 Mo - 7 joursTop-up available | 0.1 GB | 7 days | FREE | — | Get this plan |
| GigSky | United Arab Emirates - 100 Mo - 7 joursTop-up available | 0.1 GB | 7 days | FREE | — | Get this plan |
| GigSky | Cruise + Middle East - 100 Mo - 7 joursTop-up available | 0.1 GB | 7 days | FREE | — | Get this plan |
 eSIM4Travel | United Arab Emirates (DU) - 100MB/1DaysTop-up available | 0.1 GB | 1 days | 0.50$ | 5.00$ | Get this plan |
| eSIM4Travel | Global 72 - 1GB/7DaysTop-up available | 1 GB | 7 days | 0.69$ | 0.69$ | Get this plan |
| eSIM4Travel | United Arab Emirates (DU) - 1GB/1DaysTop-up available | 1 GB | 1 days | 0.93$ | 0.93$ | Get this plan |
| eSIM4Travel | United Arab Emirates (DU) - 1GB/1DaysTop-up available | 1 GB | 1 days | 2.36$ | 2.36$ | Get this plan |
| eSIM4Travel | Middle East 9 - 1GB/1DaysTop-up available | 1 GB | 1 days | 2.44$ | 2.44$ | Get this plan |
| eSIM4Travel | United Arab Emirates (DU) - 1GB/7DaysTop-up available | 1 GB | 7 days | 2.50$ | 2.50$ | Get this plan |
| eSIM4Travel | Middle East 9 - 1GB/7DaysTop-up available | 1 GB | 7 days | 2.58$ | 2.58$ | Get this plan |
| GigSky | United Arab Emirates - 1 Go - 15 joursTop-up available | 1 GB | 15 days | 3.99$ | 3.99$ | Get this plan |
 Saily | United Arab Emirates 1GB 7 days | 1 GB | 7 days | 3.99$ | 3.99$ | Get this plan |
 AirAlo | Burj Mobile - 1 GBTop-up available | 1 GB | 3 days | 4.00$ | 4.00$ | Get this plan |
| eSIM4Travel | Global 72 - 3GB/30DaysTop-up available | 3 GB | 30 days | 5.32$ | 1.77$ | Get this plan |
 YoMobile | United Arab Emirates - 3 Days - 1 GBTop-up available | 1 GB | 3 days | 5.89$ | 5.89$ | Get this plan |
| AirAlo | Menalink - 1 GBTop-up available | 1 GB | 3 days | 6.00$ | 6.00$ | Get this plan |
| eSIM4Travel | Middle East 9 - 3GB/30DaysTop-up available | 3 GB | 30 days | 6.78$ | 2.26$ | Get this plan |
| YoMobile | Global Explorer 100 - 7 Days - 1 GB (100 countries)Top-up available | 1 GB | 7 days | 6.89$ | 6.89$ | Get this plan |
| GigSky | Cruise + Middle East - Illimité - 1 joursTop-up available | Unlimited | 1 days | 7.00$ | — | Get this plan |
| eSIM4Travel | United Arab Emirates (DU) - 3GB/30DaysTop-up available | 3 GB | 30 days | 7.13$ | 2.38$ | Get this plan |
| Saily | Middle East and North Africa 1GB 7 days | 1 GB | 7 days | 7.49$ | 7.49$ | Get this plan |
| GigSky | United Arab Emirates - Illimité - 1 joursTop-up available | Unlimited | 1 days | 7.99$ | — | Get this plan |
| AirAlo | Burj Mobile - 3 GBTop-up available | 3 GB | 3 days | 8.00$ | 2.67$ | Get this plan |
| AirAlo | Burj Mobile - 3 GBTop-up available | 3 GB | 3 days | 8.00$ | 2.67$ | Get this plan |
| AirAlo | Discover - 1 GBTop-up available | 1 GB | 7 days | 8.00$ | 8.00$ | Get this plan |
| AirAlo | Discover+ - 1 GBTop-up available | 1 GB | 7 days | 8.50$ | 8.50$ | Get this plan |
| eSIM4Travel | Global 72 - 5GB/30DaysTop-up available | 5 GB | 30 days | 8.61$ | 1.72$ | Get this plan |
| GigSky | United Arab Emirates - 3 Go - 15 joursTop-up available | 3 GB | 15 days | 8.99$ | 3.00$ | Get this plan |
| Saily | United Arab Emirates 3GB 30 days | 3 GB | 30 days | 8.99$ | 3.00$ | Get this plan |
| Saily | Global 1GB 7 days | 1 GB | 7 days | 8.99$ | 8.99$ | Get this plan |
| YoMobile | United Arab Emirates - 15 Days - 5 GBTop-up available | 5 GB | 15 days | 9.74$ | 1.95$ | Get this plan |
| YoMobile | Middle East Explorer - 3 Days - 1 GB (12 countries)Top-up available | 1 GB | 3 days | 9.89$ | 9.89$ | Get this plan |
| AirAlo | Burj Mobile - 5 GBTop-up available | 5 GB | 15 days | 10.50$ | 2.10$ | Get this plan |
| AirAlo | Burj Mobile - 5 GBTop-up available | 5 GB | 15 days | 10.50$ | 2.10$ | Get this plan |
| eSIM4Travel | Middle East 9 - 5GB/30DaysTop-up available | 5 GB | 30 days | 10.70$ | 2.14$ | Get this plan |
| YoMobile | Global Explorer 150 - 7 Days - 1 GB (148 countries)Top-up available | 1 GB | 7 days | 10.89$ | 10.89$ | Get this plan |
| GigSky | Middle East - 1 Go - 7 joursTop-up available | 1 GB | 7 days | 10.99$ | 10.99$ | Get this plan |
| YoMobile | United Arab Emirates - 15 Days - 3 GBTop-up available | 3 GB | 15 days | 10.99$ | 3.66$ | Get this plan |
| AirAlo | Burj Mobile - 5 GBTop-up available | 5 GB | 30 days | 11.00$ | 2.20$ | Get this plan |
| AirAlo | Menalink - 3 GBTop-up available | 3 GB | 7 days | 11.00$ | 3.67$ | Get this plan |
| eSIM4Travel | United Arab Emirates (DU) - 5GB/30DaysTop-up available | 5 GB | 30 days | 11.49$ | 2.30$ | Get this plan |
| Saily | Middle East and North Africa 2GB 15 days | 2 GB | 15 days | 11.99$ | 6.00$ | Get this plan |
| Saily | United Arab Emirates 5GB 30 days | 5 GB | 30 days | 11.99$ | 2.40$ | Get this plan |
| AirAlo | Menalink - 3 GBTop-up available | 3 GB | 7 days | 12.50$ | 4.17$ | Get this plan |
| YoMobile | Day Plan - United Arab Emirates - 3GB/Day - 3 DayTop-up available | 1 GB | 3 days | 12.74$ | 12.74$ | Get this plan |
| YoMobile | Global Explorer 100 - 30 Days - 3 GB (100 countries)Top-up available | 3 GB | 30 days | 12.99$ | 4.33$ | Get this plan |
| YoMobile | United Arab Emirates - 30 Days - 10 GBTop-up available | 10 GB | 30 days | 13.64$ | 1.36$ | Get this plan |
| YoMobile | Global Explorer 100 - 30 Days - 5 GB (100 countries)Top-up available | 5 GB | 30 days | 14.24$ | 2.85$ | Get this plan |
| GigSky | United Arab Emirates - 5 Go - 30 joursTop-up available | 5 GB | 30 days | 14.99$ | 3.00$ | Get this plan |
| YoMobile | Day Plan - Global Explorer 100 - 3GB/Day - 3 DayTop-up available | 1 GB | 3 days | 14.99$ | 14.99$ | Get this plan |
| Saily | Middle East and North Africa 3GB 30 days | 3 GB | 30 days | 14.99$ | 5.00$ | Get this plan |
| AirAlo | Discover - 2 GBTop-up available | 2 GB | 15 days | 15.00$ | 7.50$ | Get this plan |
| AirAlo | Menalink - 5 GBTop-up available | 5 GB | 15 days | 15.00$ | 3.00$ | Get this plan |
| AirAlo | Discover+ - 2 GBTop-up available | 2 GB | 15 days | 15.50$ | 7.75$ | Get this plan |
| AirAlo | Menalink - 5 GBTop-up available | 5 GB | 7 days | 15.50$ | 3.10$ | Get this plan |
| GigSky | United Arab Emirates - Illimité - 3 joursTop-up available | Unlimited | 3 days | 15.99$ | — | Get this plan |
| Saily | Global 2GB 15 days | 2 GB | 15 days | 16.49$ | 8.24$ | Get this plan |
| AirAlo | Burj Mobile - 10 GBTop-up available | 10 GB | 7 days | 16.50$ | 1.65$ | Get this plan |
| AirAlo | Menalink - 5 GBTop-up available | 5 GB | 15 days | 16.50$ | 3.30$ | Get this plan |
| GigSky | Cruise + Middle East - 512 Mo - 1 joursTop-up available | 0.5 GB | 1 days | 16.99$ | 33.98$ | Get this plan |
| AirAlo | Burj Mobile - 10 GBTop-up available | 10 GB | 7 days | 17.00$ | 1.70$ | Get this plan |
| YoMobile | Middle East Explorer - 15 Days - 3 GB (12 countries)Top-up available | 3 GB | 15 days | 17.99$ | 6.00$ | Get this plan |
| AirAlo | Burj Mobile - 10 GBTop-up available | 10 GB | 30 days | 18.00$ | 1.80$ | Get this plan |
| AirAlo | Burj Mobile - Unlimited | Unlimited | 5 days | 18.50$ | — | Get this plan |
| eSIM4Travel | Unlimited-3Days-Middle East 9Top-up available | Unlimited | 3 days | 18.54$ | — | Get this plan |
| YoMobile | Middle East Explorer - 15 Days - 5 GB (12 countries)Top-up available | 5 GB | 15 days | 18.74$ | 3.75$ | Get this plan |
| Saily | United Arab Emirates UNLIMITED 5 days | Unlimited | 5 days | 18.99$ | — | Get this plan |
| YoMobile | Global Explorer 100 - 180 Days - 10 GB (100 countries)Top-up available | 10 GB | 180 days | 19.49$ | 1.95$ | Get this plan |
| GigSky | Cruise + Middle East - Illimité - 3 joursTop-up available | Unlimited | 3 days | 19.99$ | — | Get this plan |
| YoMobile | Global Explorer 150 - 30 Days - 3 GB (148 countries)Top-up available | 3 GB | 30 days | 19.99$ | 6.66$ | Get this plan |
| Saily | United Arab Emirates 10GB 30 days | 10 GB | 30 days | 19.99$ | 2.00$ | Get this plan |
| YoMobile | Day Plan - Middle East Explorer - 3GB/Day - 3 DayTop-up available | 1 GB | 3 days | 20.24$ | 20.24$ | Get this plan |
| eSIM4Travel | Middle East 9 - 10GB/30DaysTop-up available | 10 GB | 30 days | 20.49$ | 2.05$ | Get this plan |
| YoMobile | Global Explorer 150 - 30 Days - 5 GB (148 countries)Top-up available | 5 GB | 30 days | 20.99$ | 4.20$ | Get this plan |
| eSIM4Travel | United Arab Emirates (DU) - 10GB/30DaysTop-up available | 10 GB | 30 days | 21.98$ | 2.20$ | Get this plan |
| AirAlo | Discover - 3 GBTop-up available | 3 GB | 30 days | 22.00$ | 7.33$ | Get this plan |
| YoMobile | Day Plan - United Arab Emirates - 3GB/Day - 7 DayTop-up available | 1 GB | 7 days | 22.49$ | 22.49$ | Get this plan |
| YoMobile | United Arab Emirates - 30 Days - 20 GBTop-up available | 20 GB | 30 days | 24.79$ | 1.24$ | Get this plan |
| YoMobile | Middle East Explorer - 30 Days - 10 GB (12 countries)Top-up available | 10 GB | 30 days | 26.24$ | 2.62$ | Get this plan |
| AirAlo | Burj Mobile - Unlimited | Unlimited | 7 days | 26.50$ | — | Get this plan |
| AirAlo | Menalink - 10 GBTop-up available | 10 GB | 7 days | 26.50$ | 2.65$ | Get this plan |
| GigSky | United Arab Emirates - 10 Go - 30 joursTop-up available | 10 GB | 30 days | 26.99$ | 2.70$ | Get this plan |
| YoMobile | Day Plan - Global Explorer 100 - 3GB/Day - 7 DayTop-up available | 1 GB | 7 days | 26.99$ | 26.99$ | Get this plan |
| AirAlo | Menalink - 10 GBTop-up available | 10 GB | 30 days | 27.50$ | 2.75$ | Get this plan |
| AirAlo | Menalink - 10 GBTop-up available | 10 GB | 15 days | 27.50$ | 2.75$ | Get this plan |
| GigSky | United Arab Emirates - Illimité - 5 joursTop-up available | Unlimited | 5 days | 28.99$ | — | Get this plan |
| AirAlo | Discover - 5 GBTop-up available | 5 GB | 15 days | 29.50$ | 5.90$ | Get this plan |
| GigSky | Middle East - 3 Go - 15 joursTop-up available | 3 GB | 15 days | 29.99$ | 10.00$ | Get this plan |
| GigSky | Cruise + Middle East - 1 Go - 7 joursTop-up available | 1 GB | 7 days | 29.99$ | 29.99$ | Get this plan |
| YoMobile | Global Explorer 100 - 365 Days - 20 GB (100 countries)Top-up available | 20 GB | 365 days | 29.99$ | 1.50$ | Get this plan |
| YoMobile | Global Explorer 150 - 180 Days - 10 GB (148 countries)Top-up available | 10 GB | 180 days | 29.99$ | 3.00$ | Get this plan |
| Saily | Global 5GB 30 days | 5 GB | 30 days | 29.99$ | 6.00$ | Get this plan |
| eSIM4Travel | Unlimited-5Days-Middle East 9Top-up available | Unlimited | 5 days | 30.29$ | — | Get this plan |
| AirAlo | Burj Mobile - 20 GBTop-up available | 20 GB | 30 days | 30.50$ | 1.52$ | Get this plan |
| AirAlo | Discover - 5 GBTop-up available | 5 GB | 30 days | 30.50$ | 6.10$ | Get this plan |
| AirAlo | Burj Mobile - 20 GBTop-up available | 20 GB | 30 days | 31.00$ | 1.55$ | Get this plan |
| AirAlo | Burj Mobile - Unlimited | Unlimited | 10 days | 31.00$ | — | Get this plan |
| AirAlo | Discover - 5 GBTop-up available | 5 GB | 60 days | 31.00$ | 6.20$ | Get this plan |
| GigSky | Cruise + Middle East - Illimité - 5 joursTop-up available | Unlimited | 5 days | 31.49$ | — | Get this plan |
| AirAlo | Menalink - UnlimitedTop-up available | Unlimited | 5 days | 31.50$ | — | Get this plan |
| AirAlo | Discover+ - 3 GBTop-up available | 3 GB | 30 days | 33.00$ | 11.00$ | Get this plan |
| Saily | United Arab Emirates 20GB 30 days | 20 GB | 30 days | 33.99$ | 1.70$ | Get this plan |
| Saily | Global 5GB 60 days | 5 GB | 60 days | 33.99$ | 6.80$ | Get this plan |
| Saily | United Arab Emirates UNLIMITED 10 days | Unlimited | 10 days | 34.99$ | — | Get this plan |
| YoMobile | Day Plan - Middle East Explorer - 3GB/Day - 7 DayTop-up available | 1 GB | 7 days | 35.99$ | 35.99$ | Get this plan |
| YoMobile | Day Plan - United Arab Emirates - 3GB/Day - 15 DayTop-up available | 1 GB | 15 days | 36.74$ | 36.74$ | Get this plan |
| AirAlo | Menalink - UnlimitedTop-up available | Unlimited | 7 days | 37.50$ | — | Get this plan |
| GigSky | United Arab Emirates - Illimité - 7 joursTop-up available | Unlimited | 7 days | 37.99$ | — | Get this plan |
| YoMobile | Middle East Explorer - 30 Days - 20 GB (12 countries)Top-up available | 20 GB | 30 days | 38.99$ | 1.95$ | Get this plan |
| YoMobile | Middle East Explorer - 15 Days - 20 GB (12 countries)Top-up available | 20 GB | 15 days | 39.74$ | 1.99$ | Get this plan |
| eSIM4Travel | Middle East 9 - 20GB/30DaysTop-up available | 20 GB | 30 days | 40.08$ | 2.00$ | Get this plan |
| YoMobile | United Arab Emirates - 45 Days - 50 GBTop-up available | 50 GB | 45 days | 40.79$ | 0.82$ | Get this plan |
| GigSky | Cruise + Middle East - Illimité - 7 joursTop-up available | Unlimited | 7 days | 40.99$ | — | Get this plan |
| eSIM4Travel | Unlimited-7Days-Middle East 9Top-up available | Unlimited | 7 days | 42.04$ | — | Get this plan |
| AirAlo | Menalink - 20 GBTop-up available | 20 GB | 30 days | 43.00$ | 2.15$ | Get this plan |
| YoMobile | Day Plan - Global Explorer 100 - 3GB/Day - 15 DayTop-up available | 1 GB | 15 days | 43.49$ | 43.49$ | Get this plan |
| AirAlo | Burj Mobile - Unlimited | Unlimited | 15 days | 43.50$ | — | Get this plan |
| Saily | Global 10GB 30 days | 10 GB | 30 days | 44.99$ | 4.50$ | Get this plan |
| AirAlo | Discover+ - 5 GBTop-up available | 5 GB | 60 days | 45.50$ | 9.10$ | Get this plan |
| YoMobile | Global Explorer 150 - 365 Days - 20 GB (148 countries)Top-up available | 20 GB | 365 days | 46.49$ | 2.32$ | Get this plan |
| AirAlo | Menalink - UnlimitedTop-up available | Unlimited | 10 days | 46.50$ | — | Get this plan |
| Saily | United Arab Emirates UNLIMITED 15 days | Unlimited | 15 days | 48.99$ | — | Get this plan |
| AirAlo | Discover - 10 GBTop-up available | 10 GB | 15 days | 50.00$ | 5.00$ | Get this plan |
| AirAlo | Discover - 10 GBTop-up available | 10 GB | 180 days | 50.50$ | 5.05$ | Get this plan |
| AirAlo | Discover - 10 GBTop-up available | 10 GB | 30 days | 50.50$ | 5.05$ | Get this plan |
| AirAlo | Menalink - 20 GBTop-up available | 20 GB | 15 days | 50.50$ | 2.52$ | Get this plan |
| YoMobile | Global Explorer 100 - 365 Days - 50 GB (100 countries)Top-up available | 50 GB | 365 days | 52.49$ | 1.05$ | Get this plan |
| GigSky | Middle East - 5 Go - 30 joursTop-up available | 5 GB | 30 days | 52.99$ | 10.60$ | Get this plan |
| YoMobile | Day Plan - United Arab Emirates - 3GB/Day - 30 DayTop-up available | 1 GB | 30 days | 54.74$ | 54.74$ | Get this plan |
| GigSky | Cruise + Middle East - Illimité - 10 joursTop-up available | Unlimited | 10 days | 55.99$ | — | Get this plan |
| Saily | Global 10GB 180 days | 10 GB | 180 days | 56.99$ | 5.70$ | Get this plan |
| AirAlo | Discover - UnlimitedTop-up available | Unlimited | 10 days | 57.00$ | — | Get this plan |
| YoMobile | Day Plan - Middle East Explorer - 3GB/Day - 15 DayTop-up available | 1 GB | 15 days | 57.74$ | 57.74$ | Get this plan |
| AirAlo | Discover - 20 GBTop-up available | 20 GB | 365 days | 58.50$ | 2.92$ | Get this plan |
| AirAlo | Discover - 20 GBTop-up available | 20 GB | 30 days | 58.50$ | 2.92$ | Get this plan |
| YoMobile | United Arab Emirates - 60 Days - 100 GBTop-up available | 100 GB | 60 days | 59.19$ | 0.59$ | Get this plan |
| eSIM4Travel | Unlimited-10Days-Middle East 9Top-up available | Unlimited | 10 days | 59.67$ | — | Get this plan |
| GigSky | United Arab Emirates - Illimité - 14 joursTop-up available | Unlimited | 14 days | 59.99$ | — | Get this plan |
| GigSky | Cruise + Middle East - 3 Go - 15 joursTop-up available | 3 GB | 15 days | 59.99$ | 20.00$ | Get this plan |
| Saily | United Arab Emirates UNLIMITED 20 days | Unlimited | 20 days | 59.99$ | — | Get this plan |
| Saily | Global UNLIMITED 30 days | Unlimited | 30 days | 59.99$ | — | Get this plan |
| YoMobile | Middle East Explorer - 45 Days - 50 GB (12 countries)Top-up available | 50 GB | 45 days | 63.74$ | 1.27$ | Get this plan |
| YoMobile | Day Plan - Global Explorer 100 - 3GB/Day - 30 DayTop-up available | 1 GB | 30 days | 64.49$ | 64.49$ | Get this plan |
| AirAlo | Burj Mobile - Unlimited | Unlimited | 30 days | 64.50$ | — | Get this plan |
| Saily | United Arab Emirates UNLIMITED 25 days | Unlimited | 25 days | 65.99$ | — | Get this plan |
| AirAlo | Burj Mobile - Unlimited | Unlimited | 30 days | 66.00$ | — | Get this plan |
| Saily | Global 20GB 365 days | 20 GB | 365 days | 66.99$ | 3.35$ | Get this plan |
| YoMobile | Middle East Explorer - 30 Days - 50 GB (12 countries)Top-up available | 50 GB | 30 days | 68.99$ | 1.38$ | Get this plan |
| GigSky | Cruise + Middle East - Illimité - 14 joursTop-up available | Unlimited | 14 days | 69.99$ | — | Get this plan |
| AirAlo | Menalink - UnlimitedTop-up available | Unlimited | 15 days | 70.50$ | — | Get this plan |
| AirAlo | Discover+ - 10 GBTop-up available | 10 GB | 180 days | 71.50$ | 7.15$ | Get this plan |
| Saily | United Arab Emirates UNLIMITED 30 days | Unlimited | 30 days | 71.99$ | — | Get this plan |
| Saily | Global 15GB 90 days | 15 GB | 90 days | 79.99$ | 5.33$ | Get this plan |
| AirAlo | Discover+ - 20 GBTop-up available | 20 GB | 365 days | 80.50$ | 4.03$ | Get this plan |
| YoMobile | Global Explorer 150 - 365 Days - 50 GB (148 countries)Top-up available | 50 GB | 365 days | 82.49$ | 1.65$ | Get this plan |
| YoMobile | Global Explorer 100 - 365 Days - 100 GB (100 countries)Top-up available | 100 GB | 365 days | 82.49$ | 0.82$ | Get this plan |
| AirAlo | Discover - UnlimitedTop-up available | Unlimited | 15 days | 86.50$ | — | Get this plan |
| YoMobile | Day Plan - Middle East Explorer - 3GB/Day - 30 DayTop-up available | 1 GB | 30 days | 86.99$ | 86.99$ | Get this plan |
| AirAlo | Menalink - UnlimitedTop-up available | Unlimited | 30 days | 88.00$ | — | Get this plan |
| AirAlo | Discover - UnlimitedTop-up available | Unlimited | 15 days | 88.00$ | — | Get this plan |
| eSIM4Travel | Unlimited-15Days-Middle East 9Top-up available | Unlimited | 15 days | 89.05$ | — | Get this plan |
| AirAlo | Menalink - UnlimitedTop-up available | Unlimited | 30 days | 89.50$ | — | Get this plan |
| GigSky | United Arab Emirates - Illimité - 30 joursTop-up available | Unlimited | 30 days | 89.99$ | — | Get this plan |
| YoMobile | Middle East Explorer - 60 Days - 100 GB (12 countries)Top-up available | 100 GB | 60 days | 92.24$ | 0.92$ | Get this plan |
| GigSky | Middle East - 10 Go - 30 joursTop-up available | 10 GB | 30 days | 94.99$ | 9.50$ | Get this plan |
| GigSky | Cruise + Middle East - 5 Go - 30 joursTop-up available | 5 GB | 30 days | 94.99$ | 19.00$ | Get this plan |
| Saily | Global 30GB 90 days | 30 GB | 90 days | 119.99$ | 4.00$ | Get this plan |
| YoMobile | Global Explorer 150 - 365 Days - 100 GB (148 countries)Top-up available | 100 GB | 365 days | 134.99$ | 1.35$ | Get this plan |
| Saily | Global UNLIMITED 90 days | Unlimited | 90 days | 159.99$ | — | Get this plan |
| GigSky | Cruise + Middle East - 10 Go - 30 joursTop-up available | 10 GB | 30 days | 174.99$ | 17.50$ | Get this plan |
Practical information
Capital
Abu Dhabi
Mobile Network Coverage in the United Arab Emirates
The UAE has one of the highest internet penetration rates in the world, with over 99% of the population connected online and mobile subscription rates exceeding 200% — meaning most residents carry more than one SIM card. This reflects a highly developed digital infrastructure built around two main national operators: e& (formerly Etisalat) and du, both of which offer 2G, 3G, 4G LTE, and 5G networks across the country.
In cities like Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Sharjah, coverage is virtually seamless, with 5G already widely deployed across commercial districts, airports, and major tourist areas. e& currently leads in 5G rollout, covering the majority of the UAE's urban centers. du provides strong competition with comparable urban coverage and reliable 4G speeds throughout residential and business zones.
Outside the cities, the picture changes slightly. Desert regions and remote areas near the Omani border see reduced signal strength, particularly on 5G and sometimes 4G. However, since over 86% of the UAE's population lives in urban areas, most travelers will rarely encounter connectivity gaps. Understanding these network dynamics is essential before choosing an eSIM — our complete guide to international eSIMs can help you match your plan to the right coverage zone.
eSIM for the UAE: prices compared to roaming costs
Traveling to the UAE — whether for business in Dubai, sightseeing in Abu Dhabi, or a desert excursion — means constant connectivity matters. With 170 eSIM plans available from 5 providers, the range is wide: budget options start at €0.50 for short stays, mid-range plans (€5.32–€15) cover most 1-week trips comfortably, and comfort plans (€15.49–€29.99) suit those spending two weeks exploring multiple emirates. For frequent visitors or long-haul stays, 78 premium plans go up to €169.49, with 40 unlimited data plans starting at just €6.99.
Roaming from a European or North American SIM in the UAE can cost €5–€15 per GB — a single day of navigation and hotel streaming in Dubai can silently drain €20 or more. An eSIM eliminates that risk with a fixed, prepaid price. Browse a eSIM provider comparison to match your data needs before landing.
Hotels in Dubai and Abu Dhabi often offer Wi-Fi, but desert camps, beach resorts in Fujairah, and outdoor souks rarely provide reliable coverage — making a dedicated mobile data plan the smarter, safer choice for a stress-free trip.
Frequently asked questions
Which mobile network has the best coverage in United Arab Emirates?
The UAE has two main operators: Etisalat (now branded as e&) and du. Both provide excellent 4G and 5G coverage across the country. e& leads in overall network reach, while du is strong in urban hubs like Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Sharjah. Coverage in desert areas can be limited, but cities and highways are very well served. Most eSIMs roam on one of these two networks.
How much does an eSIM cost for United Arab Emirates?
There are 170 eSIM plans available for the UAE across 5 providers. Budget plans start at just 0.50€, while mid-range options run from 5.32€ to 15.00€. Premium plans go up to 169.49€ for heavy users or long stays. Standard international roaming from European or North American carriers often costs far more per day, making an eSIM a much smarter choice financially.
Does eSIM work everywhere in United Arab Emirates?
eSIMs work very reliably in UAE cities such as Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, and Ajman, where 5G is widely deployed. Remote desert zones like the Rub al Khali and some mountain areas near Ras Al Khaimah may have weaker signals. Overall, the UAE has one of the highest mobile penetration rates in the world, so connectivity is strong for the vast majority of tourist destinations.