100 MB
7 days · Etisalat, du
$1.99
incl. tax · $0.28/ day
eSIM United Arab Emirates
United Arab Emirates eSIM: mobile data the moment you land, from $1.99. 2-minute install, no contract.
Plans for United Arab Emirates
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502 MB
7 days · Etisalat, du
$1.99
incl. tax · $0.28/ day
1 GB
7 days · Etisalat, du
$3.49
incl. tax · $0.50/ day
2 GB
15 days · Etisalat, du
$6.49
incl. tax · $0.43/ day
3 GB
15 days · Etisalat, du
$8.99
incl. tax · $0.60/ day
3 GB
30 days · Etisalat, du
$9.49
incl. tax · $0.32/ day
5 GB
30 days · Etisalat, du
$15.49
incl. tax · $0.52/ day
10 GB
30 days · Etisalat, du
$27.99
incl. tax · $0.93/ day
10 GB
60 days · Etisalat, du
$28.99
incl. tax · $0.48/ day
20 GB
30 days · Etisalat, du
$49.99
incl. tax · $1.67/ day
50 GB
180 days · Etisalat, du
$201.49
incl. tax · $1.12/ day
Regional plans · Pays du Golfe (6 pays)
1 GB · 7 days · $4.49
Coverage and networks
- Partner networks
- Etisalat, du
- Speed
- 4G / 5G
- Local currency
- United Arab Emirates Dirham (AED)
- Time zone
- UTC+4
- Plugs
- G
- Emergency
- 999 / 112
In this destination (United Arab Emirates), Alizeoo plans run on the networks of local partner operators: Etisalat, du. With automatic network selection, your phone connects to whichever network is available; you can also choose the operator manually in your settings. The exact list of networks for each plan is shown on its page before you buy.
Activation : Automatic on arrival. You can install the eSIM before departure without using any data.
4G and 5G
Mobile networks in the country: 4G / 5G. 5G is only used if the plan, the partner operator and your phone all support it; otherwise, you connect over 4G. Actual speeds vary with location, time of day and how busy the network is: we do not advertise a guaranteed speed.
eSIM, local SIM card or roaming?
Three ways to get online when you arrive. None of them is the best choice every time: it all depends on how long you are staying and what you need.
Alizeoo data eSIM
- Installed before you leave, with no shop visit and no card to insert
- Your usual SIM stays in place for calls and texts
- Price including VAT known in advance, with no activation fee
- Data only: no local number
- You need a compatible, unlocked phone
Local SIM card
- A local number to make calls and receive texts while you are there
- Often good value for a long stay
- Bought on arrival, sometimes with ID required
- You have to remove or disable your usual SIM if your phone is not dual SIM
- Offers and terms in the local language
Roaming with your operator
- Nothing to install: you keep your number
- Handy for very occasional use
- Can be expensive outside the zones included in your plan
- Rates and allowances to check with your operator before you travel
Detailed comparison: eSIM, local SIM card or roaming.
Install your eSIM in 3 steps
- Choose a plan and pay: the QR code and installation link arrive by email and in your account.
- Before you leave, on Wi-Fi: scan the QR code or tap “Install in one tap”. Name the line Alizeoo.
- When you arrive: choose Alizeoo for mobile data and turn on data roaming for that line.
You need a phone that supports eSIM and is carrier-unlocked. As a guide: iPhone XS, XR and later, Google Pixel 3 and later, Samsung Galaxy S20 and later. Most iPhones sold in mainland China do not have eSIM: check your model.
Staying connected: United Arab Emirates
Internet calls
In the UAE, some internet voice or video calling services may be restricted. Text messages generally work; check the current situation before you travel if you plan to make calls.
Transport and taxis
In Dubai, ride-hailing apps (such as Careem or Uber) and public transport apps are useful for getting around; they need a connection during the journey.
Public Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi is common in shopping centres, hotels and airports. As anywhere, avoid entering sensitive information on an open network.
Further reading
Is my device compatible?
We could not detect your device.
How much data do you need?
11530
Recommended volume
5 GB
About 410 MB per day
Indicative estimate, 20% margin included. Actual usage depends on your apps and video quality: this is not a guarantee.
Nearby destinations
Regional plans covering United Arab Emirates
Frequently asked questions: eSIM, United Arab Emirates
United Arab Emirates: which networks does the Alizeoo eSIM use?
For this destination (United Arab Emirates), plans use the following partner operators: Etisalat, du. The exact network for each plan is shown on its page before you buy.
United Arab Emirates: can I install the eSIM before I travel?
Yes, and we recommend it: install it at home on Wi-Fi, then activate it when you arrive (mobile data on Alizeoo, data roaming turned on). The plan's validity period generally starts the first time you connect in the covered country; the plan's page gives the details.
United Arab Emirates: will I get a phone number?
No. Alizeoo provides mobile data, with no phone number and no standard calls. Internet calling apps (WhatsApp, FaceTime, Messenger and so on) work over data, and your usual SIM can stay active to receive calls and texts.
Can I make WhatsApp calls with the eSIM in the UAE?
The eSIM provides mobile data; messages work. Voice and video calls through some apps may be restricted in the UAE, whatever SIM card you use: check the situation before you travel.
Does the eSIM cover Dubai and Abu Dhabi?
Yes, a United Arab Emirates plan covers the country, on the partner operators' networks shown on its page.