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United Arab Emirates eSIM
A 5 GB United Arab Emirates eSIM costs £9.49 for 30 days on Du with 5G. Plans start at £3.99 for 100 MB. Delivered by email in seconds.
Your eSIM runs on Du, so you can book a Careem ride in Dubai, message home on WhatsApp and check the map before you leave the hotel. From Dubai's skyline to Fujairah's coast, pick the size that suits your days.
- 5G and 4G
- 1 network: Du
- Top up anytime
- Instant email delivery
Your United Arab Emirates eSIM in two questions
How much data do I need for the United Arab Emirates?
From Dubai to Fujairah, match your plan to the days you're away and how you'll use them.
- A three-day city break in Dubai: 2 GB for 15 days covers maps, WhatsApp, rides with Careem or Uber, and some social media and music.
- A fortnight touring Abu Dhabi, Sharjah and Fujairah: 10 GB for 30 days suits a standard two weeks of messages, music, social media and some video.
- A month-long stay: 20 GB for 30 days gives you standard use for a whole month, from maps and messages to social media, music and video.
- A trip that also takes in a neighbour: choose the GCC Countries bundle, which covers six countries, the United Arab Emirates among them.
Most plans can be topped up, and the longest runs for 180 days.
All 53 United Arab Emirates 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 MB · 7 days | £3.99 / €3.99 / $3.99 | No limit | Choose | ||
| 500 MB · 7 days | £3.99 / €4.99 / $4.99 | No limit | Choose | ||
| 1 GB · 7 days | £4.99 / €5.99 / $5.99 | £4.99 / €5.99 / $5.99 | Choose | ||
| 2 GB · 15 days | £8.99 / €9.99 / $10.99 | £4.50 / €5.00 / $5.50 | Choose | ||
| 3 GB · 15 days | £11.99 / €13.99 / $14.99 | £4.00 / €4.66 / $5.00 | Choose | ||
| 3 GB · 30 days | £11.99 / €13.99 / $15.99 | £4.00 / €4.66 / $5.33 | Choose | ||
| 5 GB · 30 days | £9.49 / €10.99 / $11.99 | £1.90 / €2.20 / $2.40 | Choose | ||
| 10 GB · 30 days | £33.99 / €39.99 / $43.99 | £3.40 / €4.00 / $4.40 | Choose | ||
| 10 GB · 60 days | £34.99 / €41.99 / $44.99 | £3.50 / €4.20 / $4.50 | Choose | ||
| 20 GB · 30 days | £59.99 / €71.99 / $77.99 | £3.00 / €3.60 / $3.90 | Choose | ||
| 50 GB · 180 days | £238.99 / €286.99 / $310.99 | £4.78 / €5.74 / $6.22 | Choose |
Networks your United Arab Emirates eSIM uses
Your eSIM joins this local network automatically, wherever you are in the United Arab Emirates.
| Country | Networks | Speed |
|---|---|---|
| UAE | Du | 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 EUROPE, so some sites may show that country
- Top up the same eSIM any time, no new QR code
Travelling further?
These eSIMs cover the United Arab Emirates and more countries on one plan.
Will my eSIM have signal in the United Arab Emirates?
Your eSIM joins Du, the one network you need, and it runs on 5G when your phone supports it. Cities and main roads are well covered. Your phone picks Du by itself, so there's nothing to switch on once you land.
Your data reaches the internet through Europe, which is a normal setup for travel eSIMs, and our IP address help page explains why. On daily plans, your speed drops to a fair use level once that day's allowance is used up.
How much data do you need in the United Arab Emirates?
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 / €5.99 / $5.99
- Standard · about 2 GB2 GB · 15 days · £8.99 / €9.99 / $10.99
- Heavy · about 5 GB500 MB a day · 15 days · £15.99 / €18.99 / $20.49
7 days
- Light · about 2 GB2 GB · 15 days · £8.99 / €9.99 / $10.99
- Standard · about 5 GB5 GB · 30 days · £9.49 / €10.99 / $11.99
- Heavy · about 13 GB1 GB a day · 15 days · £23.99 / €28.99 / $31.49
14 days
- Light · about 4 GB5 GB · 30 days · £9.49 / €10.99 / $11.99
- Standard · about 10 GB1 GB a day · 15 days · £23.99 / €28.99 / $31.49
- Heavy · about 25 GB2 GB a day · 15 days · £38.99 / €46.99 / $50.99
30 days
- Light · about 8 GB500 MB a day · 30 days · £30.99 / €37.49 / $40.49
- Standard · about 21 GB1 GB a day · 30 days · £47.99 / €57.49 / $62.49
- Heavy · about 54 GB2 GB a day · 30 days · £77.99 / €92.99 / $100.99
How to set up your United Arab Emirates 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 Du and your plan starts. Check data left on your eSIM page.
Using your phone in the United Arab Emirates: airports, rides and calls
- Arriving: Land at Dubai (DXB), Abu Dhabi Zayed International (AUH) or Sharjah (SHJ), then switch on your eSIM. Install it at home on Wi-Fi first, and keep data roaming on for the eSIM line (turn on data roaming).
- Getting around: Uber and Careem are both on hand in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ras Al Khaimah and Fujairah, so you can book a ride straight from your phone.
- Staying in touch: WhatsApp is your messaging app here, over your eSIM data. Your home number stays on for calls and texts, and keep WhatsApp and your home number shows how the two fit together.
- Calls: WhatsApp and FaceTime voice and video calls are blocked, along with many other internet calling apps. Botim is a locally licensed app for voice and video calls.
- Blocked services: Your eSIM can use a Europe IP address, which can help with some services that check where you connect from.
United Arab Emirates eSIM questions
How much is an eSIM for the United Arab Emirates?
United Arab Emirates eSIMs start at £3.99 for 100 MB over 7 days. A 5 GB plan for 30 days costs £9.49. Prices include any taxes and show in pounds, euros or dollars.
Which networks does the United Arab Emirates eSIM use?
Your eSIM connects to Du in the United Arab Emirates, with 5G where the network has it. Your phone picks the strongest signal automatically.
When does my United Arab Emirates eSIM start?
Most plans start the moment your eSIM first connects to a network in the United Arab Emirates, so you can buy and install it at home before you fly. Install it within 180 days of buying.
Can I top up my United Arab Emirates eSIM?
Yes. Most United Arab Emirates 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?
United Arab Emirates plans route your data through Europe, a normal setup for travel eSIMs. Websites and apps may show that country's content; your speed and coverage in the United Arab Emirates 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.
Which ride apps should I use in Dubai with an eSIM?
Uber and Careem are the two ride apps to have on your phone in Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Sharjah. Download them on home Wi-Fi before you fly, then sign in once you have data, so a car is one tap away from Dubai (DXB) or Abu Dhabi Zayed International (AUH).
Can I use WhatsApp in the United Arab Emirates?
Yes for messages. WhatsApp and FaceTime voice and video calls are blocked in the United Arab Emirates, so send voice notes instead, or try Botim, the locally licensed app for voice and video calls.
Is there 5G in Dubai?
Yes. Du, the network your eSIM uses in the United Arab Emirates, offers 5G, so a 5G phone will show it where the network provides it. Check the phone list before you fly so you know your model supports 5G.
What happens when I use up my daily allowance?
Once your daily allowance runs out, your speed drops to 512 Kbps. That's slow, but it still carries messages and map checks. If you use maps and photos a lot, choose a bigger daily allowance.
Can I use my eSIM as a hotspot for my laptop in the United Arab Emirates?
Yes, you can, but hotspot sharing uses data far more quickly than messages and maps, so pick a bigger plan. Switching it on takes a moment in your phone settings.
Ready for the United Arab Emirates?
Buy now, install today, and your plan waits until you land. Full refund if not installed.