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United Arab Emirates eSIM — reviews & details

United Arab Emirates 2GB/Day FUP1Mbps · 2 GB/day · 1 days

View plan & buy — $5.12
4.5

99 reviews

5 ★ 68%
4 ★ 20%
3 ★ 10%
2 ★ 1%
1 ★ 1%

Coverage & networks

  • United Arab Emirates Du 5G

Traveller reviews

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Viktor C.

Italy · May 2026

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Zero regrets.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Viktor! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. – Grace 💜

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Camila W.

Philippines · May 2026

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Exactly what I needed for travelling in United Arab Emirates. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

So glad to hear this, Camila! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Mark

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Viktor S.

Ireland · May 2026

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Thanks a lot, Viktor! Love that you were online the moment you landed in United Arab Emirates. We're here whenever you travel again. — Ingrid

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Lucia T.

Egypt · May 2026

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Great value compared to roaming charges. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Five stars from me.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Thanks a lot, Lucia! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. — Sophie, GotoeSIM Support

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Linh R.

Switzerland · Apr 2026

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Would definitely buy again.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

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

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Beatriz S.

Poland · Apr 2026

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Activation was automatic when I arrived in United Arab Emirates. Telling my friends about this.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

So glad to hear this, Beatriz! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Mark, GotoeSIM Support

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Olivia S.

Turkey · Apr 2026

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Super easy to set up before I flew out in United Arab Emirates. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Thank you so much, Olivia! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Enjoy your journeys! — Mark

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Budi S.

France · Apr 2026

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code in United Arab Emirates. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Five stars from me.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Thank you so much, Budi! Love that you were online the moment you landed in United Arab Emirates. Enjoy your journeys! — Yuki

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Ingrid W.

Portugal · Apr 2026

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Connected the moment I landed in United Arab Emirates. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. A must-have for international travel.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Really appreciate this, Ingrid! Love that you were online the moment you landed in United Arab Emirates. Enjoy your journeys! – Omar, GotoeSIM Support

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Ravi B.

Thailand · Apr 2026

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Coverage was strong even outside the city.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Really appreciate this, Ravi! Love that you were online the moment you landed in United Arab Emirates. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Ken, GotoeSIM Support

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Sven R.

Thailand · Apr 2026

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival in United Arab Emirates. The QR code arrived instantly by email.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Cheers, Sven! Love that you were online the moment you landed in United Arab Emirates. – Priya 💜

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Grace P.

Egypt · Apr 2026

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless in United Arab Emirates. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Made staying connected effortless.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Grace! So happy the United Arab Emirates eSIM kept you connected. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Ingrid 💜

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Mateo B.

UAE · Apr 2026

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Great value compared to roaming charges. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Great experience overall.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Cheers, Mateo! So happy the United Arab Emirates eSIM kept you connected. Enjoy your journeys! — Anna, GotoeSIM Support

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Zoe C.

Turkey · Apr 2026

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process in United Arab Emirates. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Five stars from me.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Really appreciate this, Zoe! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. – James 💜

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Isabella M.

Netherlands · Apr 2026

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Isabella! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Emma

Frequently asked questions

How much does the United Arab Emirates eSIM cost?

The United Arab Emirates 2GB/Day FUP1Mbps plan costs $5.12 for 2 GB/day over 1 days, paid once with no hidden fees.

How do I activate my United Arab Emirates 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 United Arab Emirates.

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 United Arab Emirates.

Comments & questions

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Elena R. · 1 month ago

Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support

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

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Wei H. · 2 months ago

Is 5G supported or just 4G?

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support

5G is available where covered, Wei — you'll always get the best speed on offer. – Tom 💜

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Nadia R. · 3 months ago

Can I use it in nearby countries too?

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support

This plan covers its listed destination, Nadia — for multiple countries, check our regional plans. – Priya 💜

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Grace S. · 4 months ago

Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support

It works great on modern Samsung phones, Grace! Add it via SIM manager and you're set. – Mark 💜

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Pablo R. · 4 months ago

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

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support

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

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Daniel W. · 5 months ago

Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support

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

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Haruto T. · 6 months ago

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

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support

It's immediate, Haruto! The QR code is delivered the moment your payment goes through. — Anna

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Carlos S. · 7 months ago

Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support

Tethering is supported, Carlos! Feel free to hotspot to your other devices. — Emma

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Giulia R. · 7 months ago

Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support

Validity usually starts when you first connect in your destination, Giulia — not at purchase. – Diego 💜

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Chloe N. · 11 months ago

How do I check how much data I have left?

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support

Your usage is tracked live in the app, Chloe — check My eSIMs anytime. — Yuki, GotoeSIM Support

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Andre T. · 11 months ago

Does this work on an iPhone 13?

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support

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

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Beatriz F. · 11 months ago

Which networks does this connect to?

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support

You'll be on top local networks, Beatriz — full details are on the plan page under Coverage. – Grace 💜