eSIM for United Arab Emirates
Internet in United Arab Emirates from the moment you land. Install at home, no SIM swap.
- Networks
- Du · 5GYour phone connects to the strongest network nearby automatically
- When validity starts
- On first connection in United Arab EmiratesYou can buy and install it now
- Your home number
- Stays activeWhatsApp keeps working on the same number
- Hotspot
- Yes, you can share data
- What's included
- Data onlyCalls through WhatsApp or other apps
A United Arab Emirates eSIM costs from $5.18 (3GB for 30 days) to $29.12 (20GB for 30 days) and runs on Du with 5G. There's also an unlimited plan at $6.79 a day, for 3 to 90 days. Validity starts on your first connection in United Arab Emirates, not on the day you buy, and your home number stays active for WhatsApp. You can share data over hotspot. Plans are data only; calls go through WhatsApp or other apps.
The UAE, led by Dubai, is a popular destination both for a standalone trip and as a layover on long-haul flights. Worth knowing in advance: voice and video calls on apps like WhatsApp and Skype are blocked at the network level across the UAE, regardless of SIM type — plan around that if a video call home is part of your trip.
How do I install an eSIM for United Arab Emirates?
- Within minutesGet a QR code by email
Together with install instructions.
- About a minuteInstall before you fly
Scan the code in your phone settings, while still at home.
- On landingLand and you're online
Data comes on by itself once your phone finds a network in United Arab Emirates.
What should I know before a trip to United Arab Emirates?
In the UAE the plan runs on du with 5G. Traffic is routed through Europe, so WhatsApp voice and video calls, which are restricted on local networks, usually work.
In Dubai and Abu Dhabi rides are booked through Careem or Uber. Dubai's metro and buses are paid with a Nol card, sold at machines in the stations.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Which network does the Dubai eSIM use?
du, one of the two national carriers in the UAE, with 5G.
Does the eSIM work in Abu Dhabi too?
Yes. The plan covers the whole United Arab Emirates, not only Dubai.
Do WhatsApp calls work in Dubai?
No. Voice and video calls on apps like WhatsApp and Skype are blocked at the network level across the UAE, whatever SIM you use. WhatsApp messages, photos and voice notes work as usual.
Is the eSIM worth it for a layover at Dubai airport?
If you're staying inside the airport, the free airport Wi-Fi may be enough. If you're heading into the city, even the smallest plan covers maps, rides and messages.
Are eSIM, digital SIM, and virtual SIM all the same thing?
Yes. An eSIM (also called a digital SIM or virtual SIM) is a SIM with no physical component, installed on your device by scanning a QR code instead of inserting a card. You use it exactly like a regular SIM for data abroad, without hunting for a SIM kiosk at your destination.
Does my device support eSIM technology?
Most smartphones released in the last five years support eSIM. We recommend checking your device settings, or looking up your phone model in the FlySim compatibility checker. Open the compatibility checker
How exactly does activation work?
After payment, you'll receive a unique QR code by email. Scan it in your device's cellular settings (Add eSIM), confirm, and that's it.