United Arab Emirates eSIM plans
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Get a travel eSIM for United Arab Emirates and get online the moment you land — on local networks, from $2.99 with 30% off.
Networks in United Arab Emirates
Your eSIM automatically connects to leading local networks:
- Etisalat by e&5G
- du5G
- An eSIM QR code by email, instantly
- Activation on arrival — no roaming charges
- Easy top-ups whenever you need more data
Your United Arab Emirates eSIM, explained
In the United Arab Emirates a Roamly eSIM connects to Etisalat by e& or du, the country's two operators, both with strong 5G across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Sharjah. Coverage in the cities is genuinely excellent — fast 5G in the malls, along Sheikh Zayed Road, and out to landmarks like the Burj Khalifa and Palm Jumeirah — and it holds up well on the main desert highways toward Al Ain and the Liwa edge of the Empty Quarter.
The gotcha that catches first-time visitors: the UAE restricts VoIP calling, so apps like WhatsApp, FaceTime, and Messenger voice/video calls are often blocked regardless of which network or eSIM you use. Text and data work fine, so messaging still flows — but for voice you may need a licensed app (Botim, for example). This is a country-wide regulation, not a limit of your plan, so plan your calls home accordingly.
United Arab Emirates eSIM plans
Data-only plans that activate on arrival — every plan has a 30% discount applied.
Data plans
Unlimited data
Why buy your United Arab Emirates eSIM with Roamly
Trusted local networks
Connect to United Arab Emirates's leading carriers with 5G where available — no throttled second-rate routes.
30% off included
Every United Arab Emirates plan comes with a 30% discount, applied automatically — no codes, no markup.
Ready before you fly
Buy now, install in minutes, and your data is live the moment you reach United Arab Emirates.
How to set up your United Arab Emirates eSIM
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Buy online
Pick a plan above and check out. Your eSIM QR code is emailed instantly.
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Install the eSIM
Open your phone settings, add an eSIM, and scan the QR code over Wi-Fi before you travel.
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Connect in United Arab Emirates
Select the eSIM for data on arrival — most plans activate automatically when you land.
Will it work on my phone?
Roamly eSIMs work on most phones released since 2019 — recent iPhone, Samsung Galaxy, Google Pixel and more. Your device must be eSIM-capable and carrier-unlocked.
United Arab Emirates eSIM — FAQ
How much does an eSIM for United Arab Emirates cost?
Plans for United Arab Emirates start from $2.99, with larger and unlimited options available. Every plan already has a 30% discount applied.
Which networks will I connect to in United Arab Emirates?
Your eSIM connects to leading local carriers in United Arab Emirates, using 5G where it's available, so you get data just like a local SIM.
When should I install my United Arab Emirates eSIM?
Install it as soon as you buy. Most plans only start counting once you arrive in United Arab Emirates and connect to a local network, so installing early is safe.
Will my phone work with an eSIM in United Arab Emirates?
If your phone is eSIM-compatible (most models from 2019 onward) and carrier-unlocked, it will work in United Arab Emirates.
Can I make calls with the eSIM in United Arab Emirates?
Our travel eSIMs are data-only, but you can call and message over the internet using apps like WhatsApp, FaceTime, or Telegram while connected in United Arab Emirates.
Can I make WhatsApp or FaceTime calls in the UAE on this eSIM?
Often not — the UAE restricts VoIP voice and video calling nationwide, so these are commonly blocked on any network. Messaging and data still work; licensed apps like Botim are the local workaround.
Is there coverage out in the desert beyond Dubai and Abu Dhabi?
Main highways toward Al Ain, Liwa, and Hatta are well covered. Venture off-road into the deep dunes and signal fades, so carry offline maps for a desert safari.
