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United Arab Emirates eSIM — reviews & details

United Arab Emirates 3GB/Day FUP1Mbps · 3 GB/day · 1 days

View plan & buy — $8.04
4.5

620 reviews

5 ★ 64%
4 ★ 25%
3 ★ 9%
2 ★ 2%
1 ★ 1%

Coverage & networks

  • United Arab Emirates Du 5G

Traveller reviews

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Diego S.

France · Oct 2024

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Telling my friends about this.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Really appreciate this, Diego! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Come back anytime! — Mark

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Carlos T.

Canada · Oct 2024

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Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Apologies for the trouble, Carlos. That's not the experience we want for United Arab Emirates. Reach our team at gotoesim.com/support so we can help right away. – James, GotoeSIM Support

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Zoe L.

Canada · Oct 2024

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Great value compared to roaming charges. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Made staying connected effortless.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you so much, Zoe! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Come back anytime! – Yuki, GotoeSIM Support

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Ravi D.

United States · Oct 2024

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Customer support answered my question quickly. A must-have for international travel.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So glad to hear this, Ravi! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Come back anytime! – Ingrid 💜

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Wei M.

Egypt · Oct 2024

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Super easy to set up before I flew out in United Arab Emirates. Customer support answered my question quickly. A must-have for international travel.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, Wei! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. — Priya, GotoeSIM Support

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Yuki B.

Italy · Oct 2024

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, Yuki! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in United Arab Emirates. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Tom 💜

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James D.

Ireland · Oct 2024

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Super easy to set up before I flew out. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Zero regrets.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, James! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Sara, GotoeSIM Support

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Katya H.

Australia · Oct 2024

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. Activation was automatic when I arrived.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Katya! Love that you were online the moment you landed in United Arab Emirates. We're here whenever you travel again. – Sophie, GotoeSIM Support

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Liam K.

Indonesia · Oct 2024

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process in United Arab Emirates. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Great experience overall.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Cheers, Liam! Love that you were online the moment you landed in United Arab Emirates. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Grace

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Carlos G.

Brazil · Sep 2024

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process in United Arab Emirates. Coverage was strong even outside the city.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

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

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Arjun H.

Netherlands · Sep 2024

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Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for taking the time, Arjun. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across United Arab Emirates. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. — Laura, GotoeSIM Support

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Omar R.

Vietnam · Sep 2024

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, Omar! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in United Arab Emirates. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Mark, GotoeSIM Support

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Haruto L.

Saudi Arabia · Sep 2024

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Telling my friends about this.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Really appreciate this, Haruto! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – David, GotoeSIM Support

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Anna W.

Netherlands · Sep 2024

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Telling my friends about this.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you so much, Anna! So happy the United Arab Emirates eSIM kept you connected. – Sophie, GotoeSIM Support

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Hana K.

Portugal · Sep 2024

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

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for sharing, Hana! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Come back anytime! — Grace

Frequently asked questions

How much does the United Arab Emirates eSIM cost?

The United Arab Emirates 3GB/Day FUP1Mbps plan costs $8.04 for 3 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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Somchai T. · 2 weeks ago

Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support

Yes Somchai, hotspot/tethering works fine — share your data to a laptop or tablet anytime. – Ken, GotoeSIM Support

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Nadia D. · 1 month ago

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

James James GotoeSIM Support

Topping up is easy, Nadia! Just add more data to your existing eSIM in the app. – James 💜

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Emma G. · 1 month ago

Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support

No surprise fees, Emma! Roaming is part of the plan and never billed separately. – Emma, GotoeSIM Support

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James K. · 2 months ago

Is 5G supported or just 4G?

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support

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

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Nadia S. · 2 months ago

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

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support

We recommend installing before you travel, Nadia, then it activates automatically on arrival. — Anna

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Budi D. · 2 months ago

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

David David GotoeSIM Support

It's immediate, Budi! The QR code is delivered the moment your payment goes through. – David 💜

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Ravi S. · 3 months ago

Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support

The clock starts on first use in-country, Ravi, so buying early is totally fine. — Yuki, GotoeSIM Support

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Zoe S. · 3 months ago

Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support

Thanks Zoe, that means a lot! Reach out anytime. — Sophie, GotoeSIM Support

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Sophia L. · 4 months ago

Does this work on an iPhone 13?

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support

Absolutely, Sophia! Any iPhone XS or newer supports it. Scan the QR in Settings › Cellular. — Laura

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Lucia H. · 5 months ago

Can I use it in nearby countries too?

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support

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

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Arjun H. · 8 months ago

Which networks does this connect to?

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support

You'll be on top local networks, Arjun — full details are on the plan page under Coverage. — Tom, GotoeSIM Support

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Olivia P. · 10 months ago

Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support

Your number stays active for WhatsApp, Olivia! The eSIM just handles data. — Omar