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eSIM Dubai: Prepaid Data Plans
Dubai eSIM plans start at $3.49 for 1 GB; our top plan for Dubai alone is unlimited data for 15 days at $64.99 (eSIMGo), the top multi-country one 3 GB at $9.99 (2 countries). Here a multi-country plan costs less per GB than any plan for Dubai alone (48 plans from 6 vetted providers). Prices updated ·
Dubai eSIM at a glance
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Networks used by Dubai eSIMs
Each plan connects to the networks listed on its page, so you choose your carrier before you buy. Coverage varies by area: a listed network does not guarantee signal everywhere.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I buy a SIM card at Dubai Airport, and what do I need?
Yes. du sells its Tourist Plan and e& (Etisalat) its Visitor Line at their shops in UAE airports. The UAE government portal says visitors need a copy of their passport and their UAE visa to get a local SIM, so that purchase happens in person. Our travel eSIMs for Dubai don't need an ID check: you buy one online and install it at home, so it already works when you land.
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What is the cheapest eSIM for Dubai?
The cheapest Dubai eSIM on MobiMatter is a plan for Dubai alone: $3.49 for 1 GB, valid for 7 days. Prices come live from 6 vetted providers and change often; the price on this page is the current one.
Is it worth getting an eSIM for Dubai?
For most travellers, yes, if your phone supports eSIM. Dubai plans start at $3.49 for 1 GB, and the longest lasts 365 days, which suits long stays and repeat visits. If your home plan already covers Dubai at no extra cost, you may not need one.
Which networks do Dubai eSIMs use?
Dubai eSIMs on MobiMatter run on du and etisalat; 5G plans are available on du. du carries the most plans. Each plan names its network, so you choose your carrier before you buy.
Which eSIM is best for Dubai?
For Dubai alone, our top plan right now is unlimited data for 15 days at $64.99 from eSIMGo. If Dubai is one stop of several, the top multi-country plan is 3 GB for 90 days at $9.99 from Three Hong Kong, covering 2 countries. If price per GB is all that matters, the lowest right now is $0.83 per GB, with 36 GB for 30 days.
How much data do I need for a week in Dubai?
It depends on how you use your phone. Light use (maps, messaging, browsing) takes about 0.5–1 GB a day; scrolling a lot of social video can take 2–3 GB or more. Typical use per hour:
- Instagram Reels, TikTok: 0.3–1 GB
- YouTube, Netflix at standard quality: 0.5–1 GB
- Video calls (WhatsApp, FaceTime): 0.5–1 GB
- Voice calls (WhatsApp, FaceTime Audio): 50–70 MB
- Maps and navigation: 2–6 MB
- Messaging and browsing: 50–150 MB
The cheapest Dubai plan with at least 5 GB for a week or longer is 5 GB for 30 days at $9.99.
Is there an unlimited data eSIM for Dubai?
Yes. Unlimited data plans for Dubai start at $29.99. Many unlimited plans slow down after a daily high-speed allowance, so check the fair-use terms on the plan page before you buy.
Do Dubai eSIMs support 5G and hotspot?
5G is available on 17 plans for Dubai, where the local network has 5G coverage; the others use 4G/LTE. Hotspot (tethering) works on every plan, so you can share your data with other devices.
Does a Dubai eSIM come with a phone number?
Most travel eSIMs, including most Dubai plans, are data-only and have no local number. You keep your usual number on your main SIM for calls, texts and WhatsApp. Plans that include a number or minutes say so on the plan page.
Will my phone work with a Dubai eSIM?
Yes, if it supports eSIM and is not locked to a carrier. To check, dial *#06#: if an EID number appears, your phone supports eSIM. Most iPhones from the XS/XR on, Galaxy S20 and later and Pixel 3 and later do, except most models sold in mainland China and some sold in Hong Kong and Macao.
How it works
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Checkout using secure payment methods
Get your eSIM by email within seconds.
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Install eSIM
Instantly get your eSIM and configure it in your eSIM compatible device
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Enjoy high speed connectivity
Once eSIM is configured, you can enjoy high speed roaming data connectivity
Why get your Dubai eSIM from MobiMatter
All your eSIMs in one app
Buy, install and top up every eSIM in the MobiMatter app, and check how much data you have left at any time.
Choose your network
MobiMatter shows which network each plan uses, so you choose your carrier before you buy. Pick from 48 plans from 6 vetted providers with the data and price that fit your trip.
24/7 support
Our support team is available 24/7, before and after you buy, for every eSIM you get from MobiMatter.
What our customers say
5.0
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App Store5.0
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App Store5.0
Best prices I could find and great value! Had a quick technical question and the customer support responded within minutes and was extremely efficient and helpful. Highly recommended!
CChanoid
App Store5.0
This was my first e-SIM experience, and believe me, the signal is much better than the lines in Turkey. I traveled to four different cities in Indonesia and got 5G in all of them. 5 GB of internet lasted me three weeks. Thank you.
MM Bekir Bıçak
Play Store5.0
Awesome service. I have traveled back-and-forth between the United States and the Philippines and this app has not let me down. I strongly suggest that you check your data roaming option so this way you don’t mess up what you need to do.
WWhatshisface913
App Store5.0
I've tried so many esim apps, but MobiMatter is always the cheapest and with the best overall packages. Great customer service as well. Highly recommended!
TTorbjornhb
App Store5.0
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YYagmur esen
App Store5.0
During my 5-day trip to Greece, my wife and I shared the "Europa special 10 GB" package. We used it extensively and without interruption in all 5 days, but only managed to use 5 GB. If I ever travel abroad again, I will definitely choose Mobimatter.
SSuleyman Husun
Play Store5.0
Using this service more than 2 years and very happy with it! Recommending it for anyone!
DDush@m
App Store5.0
I used it on my Trans-Siberian trip, it was successful.
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Play Store5.0
I love using it. The internet is a lifesaver for all of us everywhere, but it's especially necessary abroad, and having a reliable connection is fantastic. Even during my overseas vacations when I changed countries, I never experienced any internet disconnections or delays; the connection was excellent.
HHalil ibrahim bayrakcı
Play Store5.0
Cheaper than one-off apps like Airalo. Easy enough to use, and a convenient way to find the best deals. Global coverage.
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