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UAE eSIM Plans
29 plans · from $3.79
Dubai and Abu Dhabi have outstanding 5G infrastructure. Local SIM purchases require passport verification; a travel eSIM arrives digitally and activates the moment you need it. Learn more about how eSIMs work →
→Read our Dubai & UAE eSIM guide — e& vs du, 5G coverage, WhatsApp calls, and airport SIM comparisonChoose a data plan
1 GB
7 days· 0.3 GB per $1
$3.79
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Unlimited
1 days· ∞ GB per $1
$4.83
2 GB
15 days· 0.4 GB per $1
$6.26
3 GB
30 days· 0.4 GB per $1
$8.29
Unlimited
3 days· ∞ GB per $1
$11.88
5 GB
30 days· 0.5 GB per $1
$12.95
Unlimited
5 days· ∞ GB per $1
$18.94
10 GB
30 days· 0.5 GB per $1
$22.80
Unlimited
7 days· ∞ GB per $1
$25.98
Unlimited
10 days· ∞ GB per $1
$36.57
20 GB
30 days· 0.6 GB per $1
$40.08
Unlimited
15 days· ∞ GB per $1
$54.18
50 GB
30 days· 0.6 GB per $1
$89.44
Unlimited
30 days· ∞ GB per $1
$107.07
100 GB
30 days· 1.0 GB per $1
$116.69
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a physical SIM card to use mobile data in UAE?
No. A Siima eSIM gives you local data in UAE without a physical card. Activate by scanning a QR code in your phone's settings — no shop visit, no passport check required.
How do I activate my eSIM when I arrive in UAE?
Install the eSIM before you travel: open Settings → Cellular → Add eSIM and scan the QR code from your Siima confirmation email. Your data activates automatically when you first use mobile data in UAE.
How much data do I need for a trip to UAE?
For light use (maps, messaging, email) 1–3 GB per week is usually enough. For streaming or heavy navigation, choose a 5 GB+ plan. You can buy additional plans at any time if you run low.
Is eSIM cheaper than international roaming in UAE?
Almost always yes. International roaming from most home carriers costs $10–15 per day. Siima eSIM plans for UAE start from $3.79 and cover days or weeks of local data.