GCC eSIM — reviews & details
GCC 1GB 7Days · 1 GB · 7 days
620 reviews
Coverage & networks
- Bahrain STC 5G
- Kuwait STC 5G Ooredoo 5G
- Oman Vodafone 5G
- Qatar ooredoo 5G
- Saudi Arabia Mobily 5G
- United Arab Emirates Etisalat 5G Du 5G
Traveller reviews
Ethan W.
Germany · Jun 2026
Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Made staying connected effortless.
Sara
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 weeks ago Thank you for the kind words, Ethan! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in GCC. – Sara 💜
Fatima V.
United States · Jun 2026
First time using an eSIM and it was painless in GCC. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple.
Priya
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 weeks ago Thanks for sharing, Fatima! Love that you were online the moment you landed in GCC. Come back anytime! – Priya 💜
Nguyen K.
UAE · Jun 2026
Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.
Anna
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago So glad to hear this, Nguyen! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. – Anna 💜
Daniel F.
Vietnam · Jun 2026
Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process in GCC. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.
Grace
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thank you so much, Daniel! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Grace
Hana L.
Singapore · Jun 2026
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Great experience overall.
Priya
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thanks for sharing, Hana! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Priya 💜
Diego H.
Indonesia · Jun 2026
Did the job without any drama. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.
Emma
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago So glad to hear this, Diego! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Emma, GotoeSIM Support
Emma M.
Germany · Jun 2026
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Zero regrets.
Sophie
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thank you so much, Emma! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. — Sophie
Ingrid C.
United Kingdom · Jun 2026
Saved me a fortune on my holiday in GCC. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.
Sara
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thank you for the kind words, Ingrid! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Sara, GotoeSIM Support
Aisha S.
Turkey · Jun 2026
Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.
Tom
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Aisha. Good to hear it did the job, and we're working to make it even better. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. — Tom, GotoeSIM Support
Noah N.
United States · Jun 2026
Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.
Emma
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thank you for the kind words, Noah! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. We're here whenever you travel again. – Emma, GotoeSIM Support
Andre V.
UAE · Jun 2026
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Five stars from me.
Priya
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thanks for sharing, Andre! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in GCC. Enjoy your journeys! – Priya 💜
Ananya T.
Philippines · Jun 2026
Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.
Priya
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thanks a lot, Ananya! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Come back anytime! — Priya
Carlos D.
Brazil · Jun 2026
Great value compared to roaming charges. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.
Emma
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thanks for sharing, Carlos! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in GCC. – Emma 💜
Lucas F.
Spain · Jun 2026
Great value compared to roaming charges. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thank you for the kind words, Lucas! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Enjoy your journeys! — Omar
Diego H.
Italy · Jun 2026
Super easy to set up before I flew out. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Zero regrets.
Ingrid
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thanks a lot, Diego! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Come back anytime! – Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support
Frequently asked questions
How much does the GCC eSIM cost?
The GCC 1GB 7Days plan costs $5.99 for 1 GB over 7 days, paid once with no hidden fees.
How do I activate my GCC 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 GCC.
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 GCC.
Comments & questions
Chloe L. · 2 months ago
How long does the QR code take to arrive after payment?
It's immediate, Chloe! The QR code is delivered the moment your payment goes through. — Mark, GotoeSIM Support
Lucas S. · 3 months ago
Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?
Yes Lucas, hotspot/tethering works fine — share your data to a laptop or tablet anytime. — Grace, GotoeSIM Support
Ryan R. · 5 months ago
Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.
So glad it helped, Ryan! We're always here if you need anything. — Diego, GotoeSIM Support
Hana C. · 5 months ago
Which networks does this connect to?
You'll be on top local networks, Hana — full details are on the plan page under Coverage. — Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support
Sri W. · 7 months ago
Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?
The clock starts on first use in-country, Sri, so buying early is totally fine. — David, GotoeSIM Support
Isabella T. · 8 months ago
How do I check how much data I have left?
Your usage is tracked live in the app, Isabella — check My eSIMs anytime. – Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support
Ravi G. · 9 months ago
Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.
Yes Ravi, recent Samsung Galaxy models support eSIM — add it under Settings › Connections › SIM manager. – Ken, GotoeSIM Support
Lucia K. · 9 months ago
Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?
No surprise fees, Lucia! Roaming is part of the plan and never billed separately. — Omar
Linh W. · 11 months ago
Can I use it in nearby countries too?
This plan covers its listed destination, Linh — for multiple countries, check our regional plans. — James, GotoeSIM Support
Sophia K. · 11 months ago
Can I top up the same eSIM instead of buying a new one?
Topping up is easy, Sophia! Just add more data to your existing eSIM in the app. – Laura 💜
Sven D. · 11 months ago
Is 5G supported or just 4G?
5G is available where covered, Sven — you'll always get the best speed on offer. — Laura
Nguyen D. · 1 year ago
Does this work on an iPhone 13?
Absolutely, Nguyen! Any iPhone XS or newer supports it. Scan the QR in Settings › Cellular. — Priya