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United Arab Emirates eSIM — reviews & details

United Arab Emirates 5GB/Day · 5 GB/day · 1 days

View plan & buy — $9.59
4.5

620 reviews

5 ★ 63%
4 ★ 27%
3 ★ 6%
2 ★ 3%
1 ★ 1%

Coverage & networks

  • United Arab Emirates Du 5G

Traveller reviews

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Mohammed N.

Italy · Sep 2024

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Connected the moment I landed in United Arab Emirates. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for sharing, Mohammed! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. — Ingrid

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James C.

Portugal · Sep 2024

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. A must-have for international travel.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, James! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Come back anytime! – Yuki 💜

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Marco S.

United States · Sep 2024

✓ Verified

Super easy to set up before I flew out. Coverage was strong even outside the city.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So glad to hear this, Marco! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. — Diego

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Wei L.

Philippines · Sep 2024

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Activation was automatic when I arrived.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, Wei! So happy the United Arab Emirates eSIM kept you connected. Enjoy your journeys! — Diego, GotoeSIM Support

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Anna H.

Thailand · Sep 2024

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Super easy to set up before I flew out. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Highly recommend for any traveller.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for sharing, Anna! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in United Arab Emirates. We're here whenever you travel again. — Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support

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Carlos G.

Malaysia · Sep 2024

✓ Verified

First time using an eSIM and it was painless in United Arab Emirates. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Five stars from me.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Cheers, Carlos! So happy the United Arab Emirates eSIM kept you connected. – Yuki, GotoeSIM Support

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Viktor R.

Switzerland · Sep 2024

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Connected the moment I landed. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Great experience overall.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you so much, Viktor! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. We're here whenever you travel again. – Omar, GotoeSIM Support

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Omar F.

Philippines · Sep 2024

✓ Verified

Super easy to set up before I flew out in United Arab Emirates. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, Omar! So happy the United Arab Emirates eSIM kept you connected. – Anna 💜

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Diego T.

Switzerland · Sep 2024

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Diego! So happy the United Arab Emirates eSIM kept you connected. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Priya, GotoeSIM Support

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Somchai P.

India · Sep 2024

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Connected the moment I landed. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for sharing, Somchai! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in United Arab Emirates. – Mark, GotoeSIM Support

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Camila N.

Saudi Arabia · Sep 2024

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Connected the moment I landed. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Telling my friends about this.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Cheers, Camila! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in United Arab Emirates. — Diego

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Camila B.

Italy · Sep 2024

✓ Verified

Saved me a fortune on my holiday in United Arab Emirates. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. A must-have for international travel.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Really appreciate this, Camila! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Anna 💜

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Chloe G.

Turkey · Sep 2024

✓ Verified

Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly in United Arab Emirates. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. A must-have for international travel.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Chloe! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Laura

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Nguyen M.

Canada · Sep 2024

✓ Verified

Did the job without any drama in United Arab Emirates. Customer support answered my question quickly.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you so much, Nguyen! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Diego, GotoeSIM Support

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Marco W.

United States · Sep 2024

✓ Verified

Exactly what I needed for travelling. Customer support answered my question quickly. Telling my friends about this.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Marco! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. We're here whenever you travel again. – Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support

Frequently asked questions

How much does the United Arab Emirates eSIM cost?

The United Arab Emirates 5GB/Day plan costs $9.59 for 5 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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Sarah S. · 2 weeks ago

Can I use it in nearby countries too?

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support

This plan covers its listed destination, Sarah — for multiple countries, check our regional plans. — Grace, GotoeSIM Support

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Lucia R. · 3 weeks ago

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

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support

Install on Wi-Fi before you fly, Lucia — it switches on when you land. – Emma, GotoeSIM Support

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Wei P. · 2 months ago

Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support

Validity usually starts when you first connect in your destination, Wei — not at purchase. — Yuki, GotoeSIM Support

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Thomas G. · 3 months ago

Which networks does this connect to?

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support

It connects to trusted local partner networks, Thomas, on 4G/5G where available. — Sophie

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Pablo K. · 5 months ago

Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support

No surprise fees, Pablo! Roaming is part of the plan and never billed separately. — Anna, GotoeSIM Support

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Mei T. · 5 months ago

Is 5G supported or just 4G?

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support

Yes Mei, 5G is supported where the local network offers it, otherwise fast 4G. – Diego, GotoeSIM Support

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Hugo N. · 7 months ago

Does this work on an iPhone 13?

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support

Absolutely, Hugo! Any iPhone XS or newer supports it. Scan the QR in Settings › Cellular. – Ingrid 💜

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Ryan F. · 8 months ago

Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support

Your number stays active for WhatsApp, Ryan! The eSIM just handles data. — Tom, GotoeSIM Support

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Chloe C. · 9 months ago

How do I check how much data I have left?

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support

You can check remaining data anytime in the GotoeSIM app under My eSIMs, Chloe. — Omar

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Isabella R. · 9 months ago

Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?

David David GotoeSIM Support

Tethering is supported, Isabella! Feel free to hotspot to your other devices. – David, GotoeSIM Support

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Mei W. · 11 months ago

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

James James GotoeSIM Support

Yes Mei, you can top up the same eSIM anytime — no need to buy a new one. — James, GotoeSIM Support

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Ananya R. · 1 year ago

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

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support

Your QR code arrives instantly, Ananya — within seconds of payment, by email and in your account. – Ken 💜