GCC eSIM — reviews & details
GCC 5GB 30Days · 5 GB · 30 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
Mohammed V.
Singapore · May 2025
Install took me two tries but was fine after that.
Mark
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Appreciate you sharing this, Mohammed. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across GCC. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. – Mark 💜
Liam B.
Japan · May 2025
Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first. Customer support answered my question quickly.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Appreciate you sharing this, Liam. Glad it mostly worked for you in GCC — we're always improving our coverage. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. – Omar 💜
Fatima T.
Philippines · May 2025
Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first.
Yuki
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Appreciate you sharing this, Fatima. Good to hear it did the job, and we're working to make it even better. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. – Yuki, GotoeSIM Support
Aisha F.
Egypt · May 2025
Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price.
James
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Aisha. Glad it mostly worked for you in GCC — we're always improving our coverage. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. – James, GotoeSIM Support
Nadia W.
Spain · Apr 2025
Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.
Ingrid
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Nadia. Glad it mostly worked for you in GCC — we're always improving our coverage. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. – Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support
Nguyen F.
Philippines · Mar 2025
Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots.
James
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Appreciate you sharing this, Nguyen. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across GCC. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. — James, GotoeSIM Support
Ingrid G.
United States · Feb 2025
Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.
Anna
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Ingrid. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across GCC. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. — Anna, GotoeSIM Support
Ji-woo R.
Portugal · Jan 2025
Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.
Ingrid
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Appreciate you sharing this, Ji-woo. Glad it mostly worked for you in GCC — we're always improving our coverage. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. — Ingrid
Mateo S.
Turkey · Dec 2024
Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you for taking the time, Mateo. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across GCC. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. — Omar, GotoeSIM Support
Noah D.
Singapore · Nov 2024
Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first.
Sara
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you for taking the time, Noah. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across GCC. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. – Sara, GotoeSIM Support
Min-jun D.
Egypt · Nov 2024
Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you for taking the time, Min-jun. Good to hear it did the job, and we're working to make it even better. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. — David, GotoeSIM Support
Hugo V.
Thailand · Oct 2024
Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price.
Mark
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Hugo. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across GCC. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. — Mark
Katya W.
Indonesia · Sep 2024
Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.
Mark
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Appreciate you sharing this, Katya. 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. – Mark 💜
Noah M.
Australia · Aug 2024
Install took me two tries but was fine after that.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Noah. Glad it mostly worked for you in GCC — we're always improving our coverage. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. — Omar
Diego B.
New Zealand · Aug 2024
Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price.
Priya
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Appreciate you sharing this, Diego. 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. – Priya, GotoeSIM Support
Frequently asked questions
How much does the GCC eSIM cost?
The GCC 5GB 30Days plan costs $27.18 for 5 GB over 30 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
Ava L. · 2 months ago
Can I use it in nearby countries too?
For nearby countries, Ava, a regional plan may suit you better — happy to help you pick. — Tom
Min-jun L. · 3 months ago
Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?
Tethering is supported, Min-jun! Feel free to hotspot to your other devices. — Diego
Zoe S. · 4 months ago
Is 5G supported or just 4G?
Yes Zoe, 5G is supported where the local network offers it, otherwise fast 4G. — Omar
Hana W. · 4 months ago
Do I need to install it before I travel or after I arrive?
Install on Wi-Fi before you fly, Hana — it switches on when you land. — Grace
Lea N. · 4 months ago
Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?
The clock starts on first use in-country, Lea, so buying early is totally fine. – Mark, GotoeSIM Support
Ingrid L. · 5 months ago
Can I top up the same eSIM instead of buying a new one?
Topping up is easy, Ingrid! Just add more data to your existing eSIM in the app. – Ken, GotoeSIM Support
Ryan H. · 5 months ago
Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?
Roaming is included in the plan, Ryan — no extra charges, it's all prepaid. — Mark
Sophia M. · 6 months ago
How long does the QR code take to arrive after payment?
Your QR code arrives instantly, Sophia — within seconds of payment, by email and in your account. — Omar
Mateo W. · 8 months ago
Which networks does this connect to?
It connects to trusted local partner networks, Mateo, on 4G/5G where available. – David 💜
Louis R. · 9 months ago
Does this work on an iPhone 13?
Yes Louis, it works on iPhone XS and newer — just add the eSIM under Settings › Cellular › Add eSIM. – Tom, GotoeSIM Support
Ji-woo G. · 10 months ago
Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.
Yes Ji-woo, recent Samsung Galaxy models support eSIM — add it under Settings › Connections › SIM manager. – Grace 💜
Priya K. · 11 months ago
Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?
Your number stays active for WhatsApp, Priya! The eSIM just handles data. – Diego 💜