Travel through the United Arab Emirates with mobile internet from the moment you arrive. Our eSIM lets you stay connected without roaming fees, physical SIM cards, or waiting in line at local stores. Simply scan, activate, and explore the UAE, the Gulf federation of futuristic skylines, golden deserts, and luxury shopping.
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Select one eSIM per person
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Install your eSIM before or during your trip to United Arab Emirates. Your data plan will activate automatically once you arrive and enable the eSIM on your device.
Etisalat and du 5G cover Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, and the E11 Sheikh Zayed Road corridor, with reliable data for Careem rides, mall apps, and desert safari bookings. Signal holds inside the Dubai Metro stations and along the entire E11 highway between emirates, drops on the deep desert safari routes past the Last Exit toward the Dubai-Al Ain road where the dunes block line of sight, and weakens inside the deeper Hajar Mountain wadis past Hatta where the rocky cliffs block the line of sight to the nearest tower.
| days | Price |
|---|---|
| 7 days 1 GB | $3.99 USD |
| 15 days 3 GB | $8.99 USD |
| 30 days 5 GB | $11.99 USD |
| 30 days 10 GB | $21.99 USD |
| 30 days 20 GB | $33.99 USD |
Activate your eSIM in minutes and start browsing the moment you land in United Arab Emirates
Pick the data days you need for your trip to United Arab Emirates based on how much you use your phone.
Check compatibilityGet your eSIM by email and choose the installation method you prefer for United Arab Emirates.
Switch on your eSIM when you land in United Arab Emirates and connect instantly without swapping your physical SIM.
Pick the method that best fits your device to activate the eSIM in United Arab Emirates.
Available installation methods
Open the installation link you'll receive by email and your device will set up the eSIM automatically, no scanning required.
*Available on iPhone and iPad with iOS 17.4 or later, and on most recent Android phones.
Scan the QR code you'll receive by email with your device's camera and follow the on-screen steps to activate the eSIM.
Etisalat and du 5G cover Dubai including Downtown, Marina, Palm Jumeirah, and DXB airport, with reliable data for Burj Khalifa visits, mall wayfinding, and Careem bookings.
Etisalat and du 5G cover Abu Dhabi island, Yas Island, Saadiyat, and the AUH airport, with reliable data for mosque visits, Louvre tours, and Ferrari World bookings.
Good 5G coverage in Sharjah, Ajman, Umm Al Quwain, Ras Al Khaimah, and Fujairah, with reliable data for Sharjah museum apps, Ajman beach bookings, and the Hajar Mountain wadi drives.
Coverage in deep desert varies.
Purchase your eSIM online before traveling to United Arab Emirates, scan the QR code, and access mobile internet as soon as you arrive. No physical SIM card or local store required.
Choose the best eSIM plan for your trip to United Arab Emirates, whether you need unlimited data for remote work or a prepaid option for maps, messaging, and social media.
Enjoy reliable mobile internet in United Arab Emirates, airports and popular tourist areas.
Continue using your favorite apps, maps, messaging services, and online tools in United Arab Emirates without swapping physical SIM cards. Enjoy a simple and convenient way to access mobile internet during your trip.
Fast, stable connection for the apps you use most in United Arab Emirates
Crystal-clear video calls in United Arab Emirates without unexpected drops
Share stories and photos from United Arab Emirates instantly
Upload videos from United Arab Emirates without buffering or waiting
Navigate United Arab Emirates with Google Maps without losing your way
Stream series and movies during your trip to United Arab Emirates
| Activity | Usage |
|---|---|
| Google Maps | Low |
| Low | |
| Medium | |
| YouTube / TikTok | High |
| Hotspot | High |
| Traveler type | Suggested plan |
|---|---|
| Weekend trip | 3–5 GB |
| 1 week traveler | 10–20 GB |
| Heavy traveler | Unlimited |
The best eSIM for UAE is one with reliable 5G coverage, instant activation, and no roaming fees. With TailSim, you get unlimited data across the Emirates.
You only need an eSIM-compatible device and a plan for UAE. Activate upon arrival for instant internet.
Yes. Use your physical SIM for calls/SMS and the eSIM for mobile data. Disable roaming on your physical SIM.
Receive QR code via email, go to Settings > Mobile Data > Add Data Plan, scan QR. Activates when you arrive in UAE.
Yes. eSIM offers instant activation without visiting a store. Coverage matches physical SIMs in covered areas.
Yes. 5G coverage is continuous between Dubai and Abu Dhabi on the main highway. Both cities have excellent connectivity.
Yes. 5G coverage extends to most desert safari camps. Download offline maps before heading into the desert.
Yes. 5G coverage is available at the mosque and surrounding areas for navigation and photography.
Install before traveling, activate upon arrival in UAE.
Access to 5G speeds. Fast throughout Dubai, Abu Dhabi and major tourist areas.
Some plans include hotspot. Check before purchasing.
Choose based on trip duration. Plans range from 1 to 90 days.
Yes. Your WhatsApp number remains unchanged.
Yes. Enable roaming for the eSIM to work. No extra charges with TailSim eSIM.
