# GCC Countries eSIM

> A 5 GB GCC Countries eSIM costs £41.99 for 30 days across 6 countries with 5G. Plans start at £9.99 for 1 GB. Delivered by email in seconds.

Six countries, one eSIM. The UAE, Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar and Saudi Arabia are all on this plan, so you can land in Dubai, hop to Doha and carry on to Muscat without swapping SIM cards or hunting for a shop at every stop.

- 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: 6 countries; speed up to 5G
- Unlimited and daily plans: full speed up to the daily allowance, then 1 Mbps after 2GB/day
- Internet traffic routes through: UK
- Install within 180 days of purchase
- URL: https://esimology.com/esim/gcc-countries

## Plans

### Data plans

| Data | Valid for | Price (GBP / EUR / USD) | Per GB | Top-up |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 GB | 7 days | £9.99 / €11.99 / $12.99 | £9.99 | yes |
| 3 GB | 30 days | £26.99 / €31.99 / $34.99 | £9.00 | yes |
| 5 GB | 30 days | £41.99 / €49.99 / $53.99 | £8.40 | yes |
| 10 GB | 30 days | £75.99 / €90.99 / $98.99 | £7.60 | yes |

### Daily data plans

| Data | Valid for | Price (GBP / EUR / USD) | Per GB | Top-up |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 GB a day | 1 day | £17.99 / €21.99 / $23.99 | £8.99 | yes |
| 2 GB a day | 3 days | £52.99 / €63.99 / $68.99 | £8.83 | yes |
| 2 GB a day | 5 days | £71.99 / €86.49 / $93.49 | £7.20 | yes |
| 2 GB a day | 7 days | £71.99 / €86.49 / $93.49 | £5.14 | yes |
| 2 GB a day | 10 days | £71.99 / €86.49 / $93.49 | £3.60 | yes |
| 2 GB a day | 15 days | £107.99 / €129.49 / $139.99 | £3.60 | yes |
| 2 GB a day | 30 days | £215.49 / €257.99 / $279.99 | £3.59 | yes |

## Networks

- UAE: Du (5G), Etisalat (5G)
- Bahrain: STC (5G), Zain (5G)
- Kuwait: Ooredoo (5G), STC (5G), Zain (5G)
- Oman: Vodafone (5G)
- Qatar: ooredoo (5G), Vodafone (5G)
- Saudi Arabia: Mobily (5G)

## Which GCC Countries eSIM plan fits my route?

Your route and how much you'll use pick the plan.

- **A three-day Dubai and Muscat trip:** Light use, mostly maps, messages and email? Your plan is 1 GB for 7 days. Uber and Careem get you around Dubai, and Careem and OTaxi cover Muscat.
- **A week through Doha and Kuwait City:** Social media, music and some video? Choose 5 GB for 30 days. Uber and Careem are on hand in Doha, and Careem works in Kuwait City.
- **A month across all six countries:** Light use points to 10 GB for 30 days. Standard or heavy use points to 2 GB a day for 30 days.
- **Bahrain only:** If Bahrain is your only stop, our [Bahrain eSIM](/esim/bahrain) is built for that trip.

## Which networks does the GCC Countries eSIM connect to?

Six countries on one eSIM, and all six have 5G. Your phone switches network by itself at each border, so you can cross between them without a fuss. The networks in the places most trips head to are:

- **UAE:** Du and Etisalat, in Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Sharjah.
- **Qatar:** ooredoo and Vodafone, across Doha and the other populated areas.
- **Saudi Arabia:** Mobily.

Your data reaches the internet through the United Kingdom, a normal setup for travel eSIMs. [Find out what that means for your IP address](/help/ip-address-another-country). Pick the plan that suits your days, and let your phone do the switching.

## Using one eSIM across GCC Countries: tips

Six countries, one eSIM, and a route that can run from Dubai's skyline to the Musandam fjords. Here's how to keep it simple.

- **Install at home, roam at every border:** Install your eSIM before you fly, then keep data roaming on for the eSIM line at every border you cross. See [how to turn on data roaming](/help/turn-on-data-roaming).
- **Rides:** Uber and Careem are the ride apps in the UAE and Qatar. Careem is the one to use in Bahrain and Kuwait, and Oman has Careem and OTaxi.
- **Messaging and blocked calls:** WhatsApp is the messaging app in the UAE, Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman and Qatar. In the UAE, WhatsApp and FaceTime voice and video calls are blocked, along with many other internet calling apps, but Botim is a locally licensed app for voice and video calls. Oman also blocks WhatsApp and FaceTime voice and video calls.
- **Keep your home number:** Leave your home number on for calls and texts, and see how to [keep WhatsApp on that number](/help/keep-whatsapp-and-home-number).
- **Top up mid-trip:** Every plan can be topped up, so you can add more data if your trip runs long.

## Questions

### How much is an eSIM for GCC Countries?

GCC Countries eSIMs start at £9.99 for 1 GB over 7 days. A 5 GB plan for 30 days costs £41.99. Prices include any taxes and show in pounds, euros or dollars.

### Which countries does the GCC Countries eSIM cover?

One eSIM works in all 6 countries: UAE, Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar and Saudi Arabia. The full list with the network in each country is on this page.

### When does my GCC Countries eSIM start?

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

### Can I top up my GCC Countries eSIM?

Yes. Most GCC Countries 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.

### 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.

### Can I use one eSIM for the UAE and Saudi Arabia on the same trip?

Yes. This eSIM covers six countries, including both, so you can move between them without swapping SIMs. The UAE networks are Du and Etisalat; Saudi Arabia's is Mobily.

### Is there 5G on the GCC Countries eSIM?

Yes. All six countries on this bundle have 5G, so you get it in the UAE, Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar and Saudi Arabia alike. Maps, messages and streaming all run on it.

### Does the GCC Countries eSIM work in Qatar?

Yes. Qatar is one of the six countries on this bundle, and its networks are ooredoo and Vodafone. For getting around Doha and Lusail, Uber and Careem both work there, and Hamad International (DOH) is its airport.

### Does the GCC Countries eSIM work in Oman?

Yes. Oman is one of the six countries on this bundle, and its network is Vodafone. Muscat (MCT) and Salalah (SLL) are the airports, and ride apps include Careem and OTaxi. WhatsApp and FaceTime voice and video calls are blocked there, so messages are the way to stay in touch.

### Can I use the GCC Countries eSIM in Bahrain and Kuwait?

Yes, both are among the six countries on this bundle. Kuwait's networks are Ooredoo, STC and Zain, and Bahrain's are STC and Zain. Bahrain International (BAH) and Kuwait International (KWI) are the airports, and Careem runs in both.

### Does the GCC Countries eSIM work in Dubai and Abu Dhabi?

Yes. The UAE is one of the six countries on this bundle. Dubai (DXB), Abu Dhabi Zayed International (AUH) and Sharjah (SHJ) are the airports, and ride apps include Uber and Careem.