eSIM for Dubai
Your days start when you land, not when you pay
- Installs in minutes
- Keep your number
- Hotspot included
- No roaming fees
- Secure payment with Stripe
Dubai runs on apps. Airport transfers, metro cards, restaurant tables and desert tours are all arranged from a phone, and the distances between Deira, Downtown and the Marina make data less a convenience than a requirement.
Expect to use it for maps across widely spaced districts, for ride-hailing instead of flagging a taxi, and for calls home. A travel eSIM carries your data out through a gateway outside the UAE, so your usual apps behave as they do at home — though the moment you join hotel or café Wi-Fi you are on a local connection again, whichever SIM is in the phone. None of this is legal advice.
This is an eSIM for United Arab Emirates. It works everywhere in the country, Dubai included — there is no Dubai-only plan, and you would not want one. See all United Arab Emirates plans
Dubai data plans
5 plansEvery plan, every price, in one place. Pick the size you want and check out.
Your days start when you land, not when you pay. Validity begins the moment the eSIM connects to a network in Dubai — install it at home without losing a single day.
Up to 5 of the same plan in one payment.
What you get
- Data onlyuse your favourite apps with a fast, reliable connection
- Hotspot & tetheringshare your data with a laptop or other devices
- No hidden feesthe price you see is all you pay, no roaming surcharges
- Top-up availableadd more data without buying a new eSIM
Where it works in Dubai, how fast
1 local network- Du3G/4G/5G
Top speed each local network supports — actual speed varies with coverage and location.
Dubai plus a few more stops?
One Middle East eSIM covers the whole trip on a single plan — no swapping profiles at every border.
How to install your Dubai eSIM
- 1Buy your plan and receive the QR code by email instantly.
- 2On your phone go to Settings → Mobile Data → Add eSIM and scan the QR.
- 3Turn on data roaming for the new line when you arrive in Dubai.
Frequently asked questions
Is this eSIM only for Dubai?
No. It is an eSIM for United Arab Emirates, and it works across the whole country, Dubai included. That is deliberate: plans are sold per country, so you stay connected when you leave Dubai instead of losing data at the edge of town.
Will my phone work with the Dubai eSIM?
Any eSIM-compatible phone bought in the last few years (iPhone XS or newer, Pixel 3 or newer, recent Samsung Galaxy, etc.) works with our Dubai eSIMs. Use our compatibility checker if you are unsure.
When does the Dubai eSIM start counting?
Validity starts the moment the eSIM connects to a network in Dubai, not when you buy it. You can install it before your trip without losing days.
Do I keep my regular number while using the Dubai eSIM?
Yes. Your physical SIM stays active for calls and SMS on your normal number. The Dubai eSIM only handles mobile data, so WhatsApp, maps, and apps keep working.
Can I tether or use a hotspot in Dubai?
Yes, all our Dubai plans allow tethering and personal hotspot, so you can share data with a laptop or another device.
What happens if I run out of data in Dubai?
You can buy a new plan for Dubai at any time and install it on top of the previous one. No need to wait or visit a shop.
Is the Dubai eSIM refundable?
If you have not installed or activated the eSIM yet, contact our support and we will issue a refund. Once the QR has been scanned and the eSIM activated, it cannot be refunded because you changed your mind — but if it isn't working, contact us and we'll sort it out.