eSIM UAE
Buy an eSIM for UAE: instant activation, 4G/5G speeds and no roaming fees. Prepaid travel data plans from top local networks. Stay connected in UAE.
- Set up before you fly
- Keep your own SIM
- Top up anytime
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€4.49UAE eSIM plans
★ Recommended
5 GB · 30 days
€35.49Why travel with HelloSIM
Starts when you land
Validity begins when the eSIM first connects at your destination, so you can buy early without losing days.
Set up before you fly
Get your QR code by email and install the eSIM over Wi-Fi at home.
Keep your own SIM
Your regular SIM stays in your phone for calls and texts while the eSIM handles your data.
Top up anytime
Running low? Add more data to the same eSIM in a few taps.
Good to know
- Capital
- Abu Dhabi
- Currency
- UAE Dirham (AED)
- Language
- Arabic
- Timezone
- UTC+4
- Calling Code
- +971
Emergency numbers
- 999
- Police
- 998
- Ambulance
- 997
- Fire
Local networks
Your eSIM connects automatically to the best available network.
- Ee&5G
- Ddu5G
Compatible Devices
Works with iPhone XS and newer, Samsung Galaxy S20+, Google Pixel 3 and newer, and most modern smartphones that support eSIM.
Before you buy
Quick answers on phone compatibility, how much data to get, installation and roaming.
Does My Phone Support eSIM? How to Check
Which phones typically support eSIM, three quick ways to check yours (including the EID and *#06#), how to confirm it is unlocked and the exceptions that catch people out.
How Much Mobile Data Do You Need for a Trip?
A practical way to estimate travel data: three usage profiles, what each app really costs you in data, worked examples and habits that make a plan last longer.
How to Set Up an eSIM on iPhone: Step by Step
Install a travel eSIM on your iPhone with the QR code or manual details, label your lines, choose the right data line and switch on roaming correctly when you land.
eSIM on Google Pixel and Other Android Phones
How to add a travel eSIM on a Google Pixel or another Android phone, where each brand hides the setting, and how to set data and roaming so only the eSIM line roams.
eSIM vs Roaming: How to Avoid Roaming Charges Abroad
How carrier roaming is usually billed, where surprise charges come from, and how a prepaid travel eSIM plus a few phone settings keeps your data costs fixed.
Frequently asked questions
FAQHow much does an eSIM for UAE cost?
eSIM data plans for UAE start from €4.49. Pick the data and validity you need — instant delivery, no roaming fees, and unlimited options too.
Will my phone work with an eSIM in UAE?
Any eSIM-compatible, carrier-unlocked phone works — recent iPhone, Samsung Galaxy, Google Pixel and more. Your normal SIM keeps working alongside it.
How do I install my UAE eSIM?
After you buy, scan the QR code we email you or tap install directly. It activates when you arrive in UAE and connect to a local network.
When does my UAE eSIM plan start?
Your plan starts when the eSIM first connects to a network at your destination, not on the day you buy it. You can buy and install it before your trip over Wi-Fi without losing any days.
Does the UAE eSIM include a phone number?
No, it is a data-only eSIM. Your regular SIM stays in your phone for calls and texts, and apps like WhatsApp keep working with your usual number over the eSIM data.
Can I add more data to my UAE eSIM?
Yes. Top up the same eSIM anytime from your HelloSIM account, the app or the Check / Top up page, with no need to install a new eSIM.
How do I receive my UAE eSIM?
Right after checkout we email you the QR code, and the eSIM also appears in your HelloSIM account and app. If you pay with crypto, it is issued once the payment is confirmed on the blockchain.
Can I pay for a UAE eSIM with crypto?
Yes. At checkout choose “Pay with crypto” and pay with Bitcoin, USDT, USDC, Ethereum, Solana or another supported coin. Prices are in euros and are converted when you pay; crypto payments start at €1.00, and your UAE eSIM is issued once the payment is confirmed on the blockchain.
How to pay with cryptoTravel guides
Food, transport, money and more — tips for planning your trip.
Tips
First-Timer's Guide to the UAE: Essential Travel Tips
Planning
The Best Time to Visit the UAE: A Season-by-Season Guide
Planning
UAE Travel Budget: What a Trip Really Costs
Culture
Culture, Customs and Etiquette in the UAE: A Traveller's Guide
Cities
The Best Cities to Visit in the UAE: From Dubai's Skyline to Al Ain's Oases
Food
Food and Drink Guide to the UAE: What to Eat and Drink
Get the HelloSIM App
Manage your eSIMs, track data usage, top up instantly, and get notified about deals — all from your phone.
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