Egypt eSIM — reviews & details
Egypt 500MB 7Days · 500 MB · 7 days
620 reviews
Coverage & networks
- Egypt Orange 5G
Traveller reviews
Chloe R.
France · Oct 2024
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Highly recommend for any traveller.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you for the kind words, Chloe! So happy the Egypt eSIM kept you connected. – Omar 💜
Max R.
Spain · Oct 2024
Great value compared to roaming charges. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago So glad to hear this, Max! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Come back anytime! – David, GotoeSIM Support
Olivia F.
Brazil · Oct 2024
Super easy to set up before I flew out. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.
James
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Really appreciate this, Olivia! So happy the Egypt eSIM kept you connected. – James, GotoeSIM Support
Katya S.
New Zealand · Oct 2024
Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Exactly as described — no surprises.
Mark
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Really appreciate this, Katya! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Egypt. – Mark 💜
Elena K.
Brazil · Oct 2024
Exactly what I needed for travelling. Activation was automatic when I arrived in Egypt. Great experience overall.
Emma
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for sharing, Elena! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. – Emma, GotoeSIM Support
Ravi K.
Switzerland · Oct 2024
Did the job without any drama in Egypt. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.
Grace
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Really appreciate this, Ravi! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Enjoy your journeys! – Grace 💜
Lea F.
Turkey · Oct 2024
Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.
Tom
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for sharing, Lea! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. We're here whenever you travel again. — Tom, GotoeSIM Support
Diego K.
Italy · Oct 2024
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Exactly as described — no surprises.
Ingrid
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you for the kind words, Diego! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. We're here whenever you travel again. – Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support
Min-jun V.
New Zealand · Oct 2024
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Customer support answered my question quickly. A must-have for international travel.
Sophie
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you for the kind words, Min-jun! So happy the Egypt eSIM kept you connected. – Sophie 💜
Katya W.
Sweden · Sep 2024
Saved me a fortune on my holiday in Egypt. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Exactly as described — no surprises.
Yuki
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago So glad to hear this, Katya! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. – Yuki, GotoeSIM Support
Isabella T.
Turkey · Sep 2024
Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Would definitely buy again.
James
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you so much, Isabella! So happy the Egypt eSIM kept you connected. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – James 💜
Thomas S.
Poland · Sep 2024
Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots.
Diego
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you for taking the time, Thomas. Glad it mostly worked for you in Egypt — we're always improving our coverage. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. – Diego, GotoeSIM Support
Zoe G.
UAE · Sep 2024
Super easy to set up before I flew out. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.
Mark
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you so much, Zoe! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. — Mark
Priya M.
Italy · Sep 2024
Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple.
James
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you for taking the time, Priya. Glad it mostly worked for you in Egypt — we're always improving our coverage. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. — James, GotoeSIM Support
Marco H.
Ireland · Sep 2024
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Exactly as described — no surprises.
Priya
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Really appreciate this, Marco! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Enjoy your journeys! – Priya, GotoeSIM Support
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Egypt eSIM cost?
The Egypt 500MB 7Days plan costs $1.50 for 500 MB over 7 days, paid once with no hidden fees.
How do I activate my Egypt eSIM?
Scan the QR code in your phone settings (Cellular/Mobile → Add eSIM) or tap Install in the GotoeSIM app. Install on Wi-Fi before your trip; it activates when you arrive in Egypt.
Will this eSIM work on my phone?
It works on any eSIM-compatible, carrier-unlocked phone — iPhone XS and newer, Google Pixel 3 and newer, and recent Samsung Galaxy models.
Can I keep my regular number?
Yes. The eSIM runs alongside your normal SIM, so you keep your number for calls and texts while using data in Egypt.
Comments & questions
Aisha S. · 3 weeks ago
Can I use it in nearby countries too?
This plan covers its listed destination, Aisha — for multiple countries, check our regional plans. – Mark 💜
Sophia T. · 1 month ago
Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?
Tethering is supported, Sophia! Feel free to hotspot to your other devices. — Ken, GotoeSIM Support
Viktor T. · 2 months ago
Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?
Validity usually starts when you first connect in your destination, Viktor — not at purchase. – Yuki 💜
Sarah R. · 2 months ago
Which networks does this connect to?
You'll be on top local networks, Sarah — full details are on the plan page under Coverage. – Sara 💜
Wei H. · 2 months ago
Can I top up the same eSIM instead of buying a new one?
Topping up is easy, Wei! Just add more data to your existing eSIM in the app. — Mark
Ananya B. · 3 months ago
Is 5G supported or just 4G?
5G is available where covered, Ananya — you'll always get the best speed on offer. – Omar 💜
Viktor F. · 4 months ago
Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?
No surprise fees, Viktor! Roaming is part of the plan and never billed separately. — Grace
Marco B. · 7 months ago
How long does the QR code take to arrive after payment?
Your QR code arrives instantly, Marco — within seconds of payment, by email and in your account. — David
Giulia V. · 7 months ago
Does this work on an iPhone 13?
Yes Giulia, it works on iPhone XS and newer — just add the eSIM under Settings › Cellular › Add eSIM. — Laura
Linh P. · 10 months ago
Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.
Yes Linh, recent Samsung Galaxy models support eSIM — add it under Settings › Connections › SIM manager. — Priya
Somchai S. · 11 months ago
Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?
Yes Somchai, WhatsApp keeps working with your home number — the eSIM only carries data. – Tom 💜
Sofia R. · 1 year ago
How do I check how much data I have left?
You can check remaining data anytime in the GotoeSIM app under My eSIMs, Sofia. — Diego