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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.
- 5G and 4G
- 2 networks: STC, Zain
- Top up anytime
- Instant email delivery
Your Bahrain eSIM in two questions
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 bundle covers six countries.
Most plans can be topped up, and the longest one lasts 30 days.
All 41 Bahrain eSIM plans
Prices include any taxes. Price per GB shown so you can compare at a glance.
| Data | Valid for | Price | Per GB | Top-up | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 GB · 7 days | £4.99 / €4.99 / $5.99 | £4.99 / €4.99 / $5.99 | Choose | ||
| 3 GB · 15 days | £9.99 / €10.99 / $11.99 | £3.33 / €3.66 / $4.00 | Choose | ||
| 3 GB · 30 days | £9.99 / €11.99 / $12.99 | £3.33 / €4.00 / $4.33 | Choose | ||
| 5 GB · 30 days | £14.99 / €17.99 / $19.99 | £3.00 / €3.60 / $4.00 | Choose | ||
| 10 GB · 30 days | £27.99 / €32.99 / $35.99 | £2.80 / €3.30 / $3.60 | Choose | ||
| 20 GB · 30 days | £45.99 / €54.99 / $59.99 | £2.30 / €2.75 / $3.00 | Choose |
Networks your Bahrain eSIM uses
Your eSIM joins the strongest of these local networks automatically, wherever you are in Bahrain.
| Country | Networks | Speed |
|---|---|---|
| Bahrain | STC, Zain | 5G |
Good to know
- Data only: your own number keeps working for calls and texts
- Hotspot works where your phone and the network allow it
- Plans start when you first connect; install within 180 days
- Your data routes through United Kingdom, so some sites may show that country
- Top up the same eSIM any time, no new QR code
Travelling further?
These eSIMs cover Bahrain and more countries on one plan.
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. If you choose a daily plan, it slows to 512 Kbps once the day's allowance is used up.
How much data do you need in Bahrain?
Light: maps, messages, email (about 0.25 GB a day). Standard: plus social, music, some video (about 0.7 GB a day). Heavy: plus streaming, video calls, hotspot (about 1.8 GB a day).
3 days
- Light · about 800 MB1 GB · 7 days · £4.99 / €4.99 / $5.99
- Standard · about 2 GB3 GB · 15 days · £9.99 / €10.99 / $11.99
- Heavy · about 5 GB500 MB a day · 15 days · £15.99 / €18.99 / $20.49
7 days
- Light · about 2 GB3 GB · 15 days · £9.99 / €10.99 / $11.99
- Standard · about 5 GB500 MB a day · 10 days · £10.99 / €12.99 / $14.49
- Heavy · about 13 GB1 GB a day · 15 days · £26.99 / €32.49 / $34.99
14 days
- Light · about 4 GB5 GB · 30 days · £14.99 / €17.99 / $19.99
- Standard · about 10 GB1 GB a day · 15 days · £26.99 / €32.49 / $34.99
- Heavy · about 25 GB2 GB a day · 15 days · £53.49 / €63.99 / $69.49
30 days
- Light · about 8 GB10 GB · 30 days · £27.99 / €32.99 / $35.99
- Standard · about 21 GB20 GB · 30 days · £45.99 / €54.99 / $59.99
- Heavy · about 54 GB2 GB a day · 30 days · £106.49 / €127.49 / $138.49
How to set up your Bahrain eSIM
Install at home
On Wi-Fi, tap Install on iPhone (iOS 17.4+), scan the QR code, or type the two codes from your email.
Switch on when you land
Turn on your eSIM line, choose it for mobile data and switch Data Roaming on for that line.
You're online
Your phone joins STC and your plan starts. Check data left on your eSIM page.
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.
- 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.
- 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.
Bahrain eSIM 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.
Ready for Bahrain?
Buy now, install today, and your plan waits until you land. Full refund if not installed.