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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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James N.

Portugal · Jul 2026

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Zero regrets.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

So glad to hear this, James! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Yuki 💜

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Hana D.

Portugal · Jul 2026

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Did the job without any drama. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Really appreciate this, Hana! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Ken 💜

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Kenji T.

New Zealand · Jul 2026

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Made staying connected effortless.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Thank you so much, Kenji! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. We're here whenever you travel again. — Anna

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Lucia R.

Indonesia · Jul 2026

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Super easy to set up before I flew out. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Really appreciate this, Lucia! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – James, GotoeSIM Support

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Linh K.

Philippines · Jun 2026

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Super easy to set up before I flew out. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Made staying connected effortless.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Thank you so much, Linh! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. We're here whenever you travel again. – Diego 💜

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Mohammed L.

Netherlands · Jun 2026

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Really appreciate this, Mohammed! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Tom 💜

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Ava R.

Thailand · Jun 2026

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Great experience overall.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Ava! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. We're here whenever you travel again. — David

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Aisha H.

Sweden · Jun 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.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Thank you so much, Aisha! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Enjoy your journeys! – Ingrid 💜

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Grace R.

France · Jun 2026

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Activation was automatic when I arrived. A must-have for international travel.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

Thank you so much, Grace! So happy the United Arab Emirates eSIM kept you connected. Come back anytime! — Priya

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Zoe W.

United Kingdom · Jun 2026

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Customer support answered my question quickly. A must-have for international travel.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

So glad to hear this, Zoe! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Enjoy your journeys! — Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support

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Olivia M.

Italy · Jun 2026

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Five stars from me.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

Really appreciate this, Olivia! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Enjoy your journeys! — Emma, GotoeSIM Support

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Lucia P.

Mexico · May 2026

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Connected the moment I landed. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Highly recommend for any traveller.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

Really appreciate this, Lucia! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. We're here whenever you travel again. – Laura 💜

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Ava K.

France · May 2026

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Would definitely buy again.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

So glad to hear this, Ava! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Enjoy your journeys! – Grace 💜

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Mohammed V.

UAE · May 2026

✓ Verified

Saved me a fortune on my holiday. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. A must-have for international travel.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

Thanks a lot, Mohammed! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Enjoy your journeys! — Emma, GotoeSIM Support

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Ananya F.

Japan · May 2026

✓ Verified

Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport in United Arab Emirates. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Five stars from me.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Really appreciate this, Ananya! Love that you were online the moment you landed in United Arab Emirates. Enjoy your journeys! — Anna

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 💜