# Bahrain eSIM

> A 5 GB Bahrain eSIM costs £14.99 for 30 days on STC and Zain with 5G. Plans start at £3.99 for 500 MB a day. Delivered by email in seconds.

Book a Careem from Juffair, then send a WhatsApp photo of the Amwaj Islands from the back seat. Your eSIM runs on the STC and Zain networks, so Careem and WhatsApp are ready to use as you go.

- Shop: eSIMology (esimology.com), travel eSIM data plans
- Delivery: instant, by email and on the order page, with a QR code, a one-tap install link for iPhone (iOS 17.4+) and manual codes
- Checkout: guest checkout, Apple Pay, Google Pay and cards; prices in GBP, EUR or USD including any taxes
- Refunds: an eSIM never installed can be cancelled within 30 days for a full refund to the card
- Plans are data only (no phone number); most start when the eSIM first connects at the destination
- Coverage: Bahrain; speed up to 5G
- Unlimited and daily plans: full speed up to the daily allowance, then 512 Kbps after 500MB/day
- Internet traffic routes through: UK
- Install within 180 days of purchase
- URL: https://esimology.com/esim/bahrain

## Plans

### Data plans

| Data | Valid for | Price (GBP / EUR / USD) | Per GB | Top-up |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 GB | 7 days | £4.99 / €4.99 / $5.99 | £4.99 | yes |
| 3 GB | 15 days | £9.99 / €10.99 / $11.99 | £3.33 | yes |
| 3 GB | 30 days | £9.99 / €11.99 / $12.99 | £3.33 | yes |
| 5 GB | 30 days | £14.99 / €17.99 / $19.99 | £3.00 | yes |
| 10 GB | 30 days | £27.99 / €32.99 / $35.99 | £2.80 | yes |
| 20 GB | 30 days | £45.99 / €54.99 / $59.99 | £2.30 | yes |

### Daily data plans

| Data | Valid for | Price (GBP / EUR / USD) | Per GB | Top-up |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 500 MB a day | 1 day | £3.99 / €4.99 / $4.99 | – | no |
| 500 MB a day | 3 days | £7.99 / €9.99 / $10.99 | £5.45 | no |
| 500 MB a day | 5 days | £10.99 / €12.99 / $14.49 | £4.50 | no |
| 500 MB a day | 7 days | £10.99 / €12.99 / $14.49 | £3.22 | no |
| 500 MB a day | 10 days | £10.99 / €12.99 / $14.49 | £2.25 | no |
| 500 MB a day | 15 days | £15.99 / €18.99 / $20.49 | £2.18 | no |
| 500 MB a day | 30 days | £30.99 / €37.49 / $40.49 | £2.12 | no |
| 1 GB a day | 1 day | £4.99 / €5.99 / $5.99 | £4.99 | yes |
| 1 GB a day | 3 days | £13.99 / €15.99 / $17.99 | £4.66 | yes |
| 1 GB a day | 5 days | £17.99 / €21.49 / $23.49 | £3.60 | yes |
| 1 GB a day | 7 days | £17.99 / €21.49 / $23.49 | £2.57 | yes |
| 1 GB a day | 10 days | £17.99 / €21.49 / $23.49 | £1.80 | yes |
| 1 GB a day | 15 days | £26.99 / €32.49 / $34.99 | £1.80 | yes |
| 1 GB a day | 30 days | £53.49 / €63.99 / $69.49 | £1.78 | yes |
| 2 GB a day | 1 day | £8.99 / €10.99 / $11.99 | £4.50 | yes |
| 2 GB a day | 3 days | £26.99 / €31.99 / $34.99 | £4.50 | yes |
| 2 GB a day | 5 days | £35.99 / €42.99 / $46.49 | £3.60 | yes |
| 2 GB a day | 7 days | £35.99 / €42.99 / $46.49 | £2.57 | yes |
| 2 GB a day | 10 days | £35.99 / €42.99 / $46.49 | £1.80 | yes |
| 2 GB a day | 15 days | £53.49 / €63.99 / $69.49 | £1.78 | yes |
| 2 GB a day | 30 days | £106.49 / €127.49 / $138.49 | £1.77 | yes |
| 3 GB a day | 1 day | £13.99 / €15.99 / $17.99 | £4.66 | yes |
| 3 GB a day | 3 days | £39.99 / €46.99 / $50.99 | £4.44 | yes |
| 3 GB a day | 5 days | £53.49 / €63.99 / $69.49 | £3.57 | yes |
| 3 GB a day | 7 days | £53.49 / €63.99 / $69.49 | £2.55 | yes |
| 3 GB a day | 10 days | £53.49 / €63.99 / $69.49 | £1.78 | yes |
| 3 GB a day | 15 days | £79.99 / €95.99 / $103.99 | £1.78 | yes |
| 3 GB a day | 30 days | £159.49 / €190.99 / $207.49 | £1.77 | yes |
| 10 GB a day | 1 day | £29.99 / €35.99 / $38.99 | £3.00 | yes |
| 10 GB a day | 3 days | £88.99 / €105.99 / $114.99 | £2.97 | yes |
| 10 GB a day | 5 days | £120.49 / €144.49 / $156.49 | £2.41 | yes |
| 10 GB a day | 7 days | £120.49 / €144.49 / $156.49 | £1.72 | yes |
| 10 GB a day | 10 days | £120.49 / €144.49 / $156.49 | £1.20 | yes |
| 10 GB a day | 15 days | £180.49 / €216.49 / $234.49 | £1.20 | yes |
| 10 GB a day | 30 days | £360.49 / €431.99 / $468.49 | £1.20 | yes |

## Networks

- Bahrain: STC (5G), Zain (5G)

## Which Bahrain eSIM plan do I need?

Pick the plan that matches how long you stay and how you use your phone.

- **A city break in Manama:** For three days of maps and messages, 1 GB for 7 days is the one to pick.
- **A fortnight touring Bahrain:** From Manama to Muharraq and out to Riffa, with social media and some music along the way, 10 GB for 30 days fits the bill.
- **A long stay in Juffair:** For 30 days of standard use, 20 GB for 30 days gives you room to breathe.
- **A Gulf hop:** If your trip also takes in a neighbour, the [GCC Countries](/esim/gcc-countries) bundle covers six countries.

Most plans can be topped up, and the longest one lasts 30 days.

## Will my eSIM have signal in Bahrain?

Your eSIM joins STC or Zain, and it can use 5G where your phone supports it. Signal is strong across the whole country, from Manama to Riffa. Your phone picks the network by itself, so there's nothing to set up when you land.

Your data reaches the internet through the United Kingdom, a normal setup for travel eSIMs. You can read more on [IP addresses abroad](/help/ip-address-another-country). If you choose a daily plan, it slows to 512 Kbps once the day's allowance is used up.

## Using your phone in Bahrain: data tips

- **Land and switch on:** Install your eSIM at home on Wi-Fi, then switch it on when you land at Bahrain International (BAH). Keep data roaming on for the eSIM line; if it is off, [switch it on here](/help/turn-on-data-roaming).
- **Get around:** Book a Careem ride in Manama, Muharraq, Juffair, Amwaj Islands or Riffa, and have your maps open before you set off, so you know the way.
- **Stay in touch:** WhatsApp is the messaging app to have ready in Bahrain. Your home number stays on for calls and texts, and [see how WhatsApp and your home number work together](/help/keep-whatsapp-and-home-number).
- **Networks:** Your eSIM connects to STC or Zain.
- **Data:** Most plans can be topped up, so you can add more data mid-trip if you need it. On daily plans, data slows to 512 Kbps once your daily allowance runs out.

## Questions

### How much is an eSIM for Bahrain?

Bahrain eSIMs start at £3.99 for 500 MB a day over 1 day. A 5 GB plan for 30 days costs £14.99. Prices include any taxes and show in pounds, euros or dollars.

### Which networks does the Bahrain eSIM use?

Your eSIM connects to STC and Zain in Bahrain, with 5G where the network has it. Your phone picks the strongest signal automatically.

### When does my Bahrain eSIM start?

Most plans start the moment your eSIM first connects to a network in Bahrain, so you can buy and install it at home before you fly. Install it within 180 days of buying.

### Can I top up my Bahrain eSIM?

Yes. Most Bahrain plans can be topped up from your eSIM page in two taps, with no new QR code. The plan table on this page shows which ones.

### Why does my IP address show another country?

Bahrain plans route your data through United Kingdom, a normal setup for travel eSIMs. Websites and apps may show that country's content; your speed and coverage in Bahrain are not affected.

### Does it come with a phone number?

Every eSIMology plan is data only. Keep your own SIM switched on for calls and texts, and use WhatsApp, FaceTime or any calling app over your eSIM's data.

### What if my plans change?

Cancel an eSIM you haven't installed within 30 days for a full refund to your card, in two taps from your eSIM page.

### What should I do when I land at Bahrain International (BAH)?

Land at Bahrain International (BAH), then switch on data roaming in your phone's settings so your eSIM can connect. Keep it on for the ride into Manama or Muharraq, when you will want maps and messages most.

### Does Careem work with an eSIM in Bahrain?

Yes. Careem is the ride app to use in Bahrain, and it runs on your eSIM's mobile data. Confirm your pickup point on the map before you order, so your driver knows where to find you.

### Can I use WhatsApp in Bahrain with an eSIM?

Yes. WhatsApp is the messaging app to have ready in Bahrain, and your eSIM's mobile data lets you send messages and photos. Send family back home a quick message as soon as you land, and you're sorted.

### Is there 5G in Bahrain?

Yes, Bahrain has 5G. If your phone supports 5G, turn it on in your mobile data settings so your phone can use 5G where the signal reaches.

### Can I buy data by the day in Bahrain?

Yes. Daily plans run for as few as one day and as many as 30, so you can match the length of your stay. Each day gives you a set allowance, so you can plan your data day by day.