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Middle East and Gulf eSIM
Data in Middle East and Gulf from the moment you land, without roaming or a physical SIM. Pick your plan, pay in Egyptian pounds, and install the eSIM on your phone in two minutes.
These plans cover up to 14 countries on one eSIM, including: Qatar, United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Iraq, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Cyprus, Egypt, Jordan, Morocco, Oman, Palestine, Tunisia, Turkey. The countries each plan covers are listed in the shop before you pay.
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Middle East and Gulf eSIM plans available
Plans start from 300 EGP. Each plan's price in Egyptian pounds is shown in the shop, and you can use a discount code or your wallet balance.
- Fixed-data plans (22): 1 GB to 50 GB, valid for 3 days to 90 days
- Daily plans (5): 500 MB to 10 GB per day, and you choose the number of days
- Unlimited plans (21): Unlimited data every day (high speed up to 1 GB – 5 GB per day depending on the plan), and you choose the number of days
How to buy and activate a Middle East and Gulf eSIM
- Choose a plan: to match your trip length and usage, or ask Rafeeq in the chat to choose for you.
- Pay in Egyptian pounds: you'll get the install code by email right away and find it in My eSIMs.
- Install the eSIM before you travel: scan the QR code or tap install, while you're still at home with internet.
- When you land: turn on the eSIM and data roaming on it, and you're online.
Middle East and Gulf eSIM FAQ
Does an eSIM work in Middle East and Gulf?
Yes. The plans on this page are made for Middle East and Gulf and run on local networks there at 3G / 4G / 5G speeds.
How much is a Middle East and Gulf eSIM?
Plans start from 300 EGP, and the price depends on data amount and duration. You pay in Egyptian pounds, and the price you see in the shop is what you pay.
When should I activate the eSIM?
Buy and install the eSIM while you're still at home with internet (it takes two minutes). The plan starts when your phone connects to a network in Middle East and Gulf.
Will I get a phone number in Middle East and Gulf?
The plans for Middle East and Gulf are data only. You can make WhatsApp and app calls over data, and your home number stays on your phone.
How do I know if my phone supports eSIM?
Dial *#06# on your phone: if a number called EID appears, it supports eSIM. Most iPhones from XS onward, Samsung Galaxy S20 and newer, and Google Pixel 3 and newer support it.
What if my plan runs out while I'm in Middle East and Gulf?
You can top up the same eSIM or buy a new plan on the website at any time, and if you need help, chat with Rafeeq.
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