GCC eSIM — reviews & details
GCC 2GB/Day FUP1Mbps · 2 GB/day · 1 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
Giulia D.
Sweden · Sep 2024
Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Telling my friends about this.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks a lot, Giulia! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Omar 💜
Priya N.
Australia · Sep 2024
First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Telling my friends about this.
Ken
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for sharing, Priya! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in GCC. – Ken 💜
Sophia K.
Ireland · Sep 2024
Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first.
Grace
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you for taking the time, Sophia. 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. – Grace 💜
Chloe S.
Saudi Arabia · Sep 2024
Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Exactly as described — no surprises.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago So glad to hear this, Chloe! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. — Omar, GotoeSIM Support
Budi G.
Italy · Sep 2024
Exactly what I needed for travelling in GCC. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Telling my friends about this.
Anna
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Cheers, Budi! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. – Anna, GotoeSIM Support
Wei N.
Poland · Sep 2024
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Zero regrets.
Sara
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks a lot, Wei! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Come back anytime! – Sara, GotoeSIM Support
Ryan M.
France · Sep 2024
Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process in GCC. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.
Grace
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you so much, Ryan! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. – Grace 💜
Hana D.
Saudi Arabia · Sep 2024
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Highly recommend for any traveller.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks a lot, Hana! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Omar, GotoeSIM Support
Thomas H.
Australia · Sep 2024
Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code in GCC. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Made staying connected effortless.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks a lot, Thomas! So happy the GCC eSIM kept you connected. – Omar 💜
Omar B.
Mexico · Sep 2024
Great value compared to roaming charges. The QR code arrived instantly by email.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Cheers, Omar! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. – David 💜
Louis B.
New Zealand · Sep 2024
Super easy to set up before I flew out. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Exactly as described — no surprises.
Ken
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Cheers, Louis! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. – Ken, GotoeSIM Support
Wei T.
Germany · Sep 2024
First time using an eSIM and it was painless. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.
Ingrid
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you for the kind words, Wei! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in GCC. – Ingrid 💜
Elena W.
Canada · Sep 2024
Exactly what I needed for travelling. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago So glad to hear this, Elena! So happy the GCC eSIM kept you connected. – David 💜
Viktor M.
Mexico · Sep 2024
Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Telling my friends about this.
Ken
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Really appreciate this, Viktor! So happy the GCC eSIM kept you connected. Enjoy your journeys! — Ken, GotoeSIM Support
Mateo K.
Philippines · Sep 2024
Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first.
Anna
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Apologies for the trouble, Mateo. That's not the experience we want for GCC. Reach our team at gotoesim.com/support so we can help right away. – Anna 💜
Frequently asked questions
How much does the GCC eSIM cost?
The GCC 2GB/Day FUP1Mbps plan costs $11.55 for 2 GB/day over 1 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
Max M. · 1 week ago
Is 5G supported or just 4G?
Yes Max, 5G is supported where the local network offers it, otherwise fast 4G. — Diego, GotoeSIM Support
Lea G. · 1 week ago
How long does the QR code take to arrive after payment?
Your QR code arrives instantly, Lea — within seconds of payment, by email and in your account. – Ken 💜
James T. · 3 months ago
Can I top up the same eSIM instead of buying a new one?
Yes James, you can top up the same eSIM anytime — no need to buy a new one. — James
Diego G. · 5 months ago
Does this work on an iPhone 13?
Absolutely, Diego! Any iPhone XS or newer supports it. Scan the QR in Settings › Cellular. – Ingrid 💜
Camila S. · 6 months ago
Can I use it in nearby countries too?
This plan covers its listed destination, Camila — for multiple countries, check our regional plans. – Grace, GotoeSIM Support
Haruto C. · 7 months ago
Which networks does this connect to?
You'll be on top local networks, Haruto — full details are on the plan page under Coverage. — Sophie
Sven T. · 8 months ago
How do I check how much data I have left?
Your usage is tracked live in the app, Sven — check My eSIMs anytime. – Omar 💜
Isabella V. · 8 months ago
Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.
Yes Isabella, recent Samsung Galaxy models support eSIM — add it under Settings › Connections › SIM manager. — Yuki, GotoeSIM Support
Louis P. · 9 months ago
Do I need to install it before I travel or after I arrive?
We recommend installing before you travel, Louis, then it activates automatically on arrival. — Anna
Andre D. · 9 months ago
Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?
Your number stays active for WhatsApp, Andre! The eSIM just handles data. – Tom 💜
Ryan H. · 11 months ago
Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?
Yes Ryan, hotspot/tethering works fine — share your data to a laptop or tablet anytime. – David 💜
Daniel B. · 11 months ago
Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.
Thanks Daniel, that means a lot! Reach out anytime. — Emma, GotoeSIM Support