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GCC 5GB 30Days · 5 GB · 30 days

View plan & buy — $27.18
4.4

620 reviews

5 ★ 61%
4 ★ 28%
3 ★ 7%
2 ★ 2%
1 ★ 2%

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

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Arjun M.

Mexico · Mar 2026

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Arjun! So happy the GCC eSIM kept you connected. – Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support

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Thomas M.

Ireland · Mar 2026

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Telling my friends about this.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Thomas! So happy the GCC eSIM kept you connected. — Anna, GotoeSIM Support

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Kenji W.

Switzerland · Mar 2026

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Activation was automatic when I arrived.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Thank you so much, Kenji! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Enjoy your journeys! – James 💜

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Wei G.

United Kingdom · Mar 2026

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process in GCC. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Thank you so much, Wei! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. – Sara 💜

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Kenji M.

Netherlands · Mar 2026

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Great value compared to roaming charges. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Cheers, Kenji! Love that you were online the moment you landed in GCC. Enjoy your journeys! – Ingrid 💜

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Viktor C.

United States · Mar 2026

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Super easy to set up before I flew out. Customer support answered my question quickly.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Thanks a lot, Viktor! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Enjoy your journeys! — Laura

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Noah W.

Australia · Mar 2026

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Activation was automatic when I arrived.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Noah! So happy the GCC eSIM kept you connected. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Sara, GotoeSIM Support

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Mohammed C.

Thailand · Mar 2026

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Five stars from me.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Mohammed! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in GCC. – Anna, GotoeSIM Support

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Ava M.

France · Mar 2026

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday in GCC. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Great experience overall.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Thanks a lot, Ava! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Emma 💜

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Noah D.

India · Mar 2026

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Exactly what I needed for travelling in GCC. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Great experience overall.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Cheers, Noah! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. – Laura 💜

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Grace B.

Spain · Mar 2026

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Connected the moment I landed. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Telling my friends about this.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

So glad to hear this, Grace! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. – Sophie 💜

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Mateo C.

Spain · Mar 2026

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Highly recommend for any traveller.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

So glad to hear this, Mateo! So happy the GCC eSIM kept you connected. — David

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Ryan F.

France · Mar 2026

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Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Thank you for taking the time, Ryan. 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. — Anna

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Somchai T.

India · Mar 2026

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code in GCC. Customer support answered my question quickly. Made staying connected effortless.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Thank you so much, Somchai! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in GCC. – Ingrid 💜

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Camila G.

Portugal · Mar 2026

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Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price. Activation was automatic when I arrived.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Apologies for the trouble, Camila. This isn't the standard we aim for. Please contact us at gotoesim.com/support and we'll sort it out. — Grace, 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

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Ava L. · 2 months ago

Can I use it in nearby countries too?

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support

For nearby countries, Ava, a regional plan may suit you better — happy to help you pick. — Tom

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Min-jun L. · 3 months ago

Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support

Tethering is supported, Min-jun! Feel free to hotspot to your other devices. — Diego

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Zoe S. · 4 months ago

Is 5G supported or just 4G?

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support

Yes Zoe, 5G is supported where the local network offers it, otherwise fast 4G. — Omar

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Hana W. · 4 months ago

Do I need to install it before I travel or after I arrive?

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support

Install on Wi-Fi before you fly, Hana — it switches on when you land. — Grace

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Lea N. · 4 months ago

Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support

The clock starts on first use in-country, Lea, so buying early is totally fine. – Mark, GotoeSIM Support

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Ingrid L. · 5 months ago

Can I top up the same eSIM instead of buying a new one?

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support

Topping up is easy, Ingrid! Just add more data to your existing eSIM in the app. – Ken, GotoeSIM Support

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Ryan H. · 5 months ago

Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support

Roaming is included in the plan, Ryan — no extra charges, it's all prepaid. — Mark

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Sophia M. · 6 months ago

How long does the QR code take to arrive after payment?

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support

Your QR code arrives instantly, Sophia — within seconds of payment, by email and in your account. — Omar

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Mateo W. · 8 months ago

Which networks does this connect to?

David David GotoeSIM Support

It connects to trusted local partner networks, Mateo, on 4G/5G where available. – David 💜

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Louis R. · 9 months ago

Does this work on an iPhone 13?

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support

Yes Louis, it works on iPhone XS and newer — just add the eSIM under Settings › Cellular › Add eSIM. – Tom, GotoeSIM Support

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Ji-woo G. · 10 months ago

Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support

Yes Ji-woo, recent Samsung Galaxy models support eSIM — add it under Settings › Connections › SIM manager. – Grace 💜

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Priya K. · 11 months ago

Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support

Your number stays active for WhatsApp, Priya! The eSIM just handles data. – Diego 💜