eSIM for the Middle East and North Africa

Mobile data in the Middle East and North Africa with no roaming fees and no hunting for a SIM card at the airport. Buy an eSIM for the Middle East and North Africa online and install it at home in a minute — you’ll be online as soon as you land. Plans from 1 290 ₽: 1 GB to 20 GB. Easy online payment.

Mobile data in the Middle East and North Africa for travelers: eSIM, roaming or local SIM card

There are three ways to stay connected in the Middle East and North Africa: your home carrier’s roaming, a local SIM card or a travel eSIM. Roaming works right away, but mobile data on roaming is often more expensive. Local SIM cards have to be bought separately in each country.

An eSIM for the Middle East and North Africa is a virtual SIM card with mobile data that you buy online before you leave. It connects to local networks (Zain, STC, Orange), while your main SIM card stays in your phone: calls and texts to your number come through as usual.

Plans and prices

PlanPrice
1 GB · 7-day plan1 290 ₽
3 GB · 30-day plan2 590 ₽
5 GB · 30-day plan3 990 ₽
10 GB · 30-day plan7 590 ₽
20 GB · 30-day plan14 690 ₽

Countries included

UAE, BH, Egypt, Israel, Jordan, KW, Morocco, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Tunisia, Turkey

Carriers and network

Zain (5G), STC (5G), Orange (5G), Etisalat (5G), Partner (5G), Hot Mobile (5G), Pelephone (5G), PHI Networks (5G)

How to buy and install an eSIM for the Middle East and North Africa

  1. Choose a plan and pay online.
  2. Your eSIM appears in your account, and a reminder arrives in Telegram.
  3. Install the eSIM with one tap or a QR code while you’re on Wi-Fi.
  4. After landing, turn on the line and Data Roaming — you’ll be online right away.

FAQ

How much does an eSIM for the Middle East and North Africa cost?

Plans start at 1 290 ₽ (1 GB · 7-day plan). The most popular plan is 10 GB · 30-day plan for 7 590 ₽.

Which countries does the eSIM for the Middle East and North Africa cover?

UAE, BH, Egypt, Israel, Jordan, KW, Morocco, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Tunisia, Turkey. No need to switch anything between countries — the eSIM works in every country included in the plan.

What’s best in the Middle East and North Africa: an eSIM, roaming or a local SIM card?

For mobile data, an eSIM is usually cheaper than roaming and more convenient than a local SIM card: you don’t have to find one after landing, and you can pay online in advance. Roaming may be better value if your carrier has a package for this country or you make a lot of regular calls, so compare prices before your trip.

Do I need a local SIM card in the Middle East and North Africa if I have an eSIM?

Not for data — the eSIM replaces it. You only need a local number if people have to call or text you on a number from this country.

Which carriers does the eSIM use in the Middle East and North Africa?

The eSIM connects to local networks: Zain (5G), STC (5G), Orange (5G), Etisalat (5G), Partner (5G), Hot Mobile (5G), Pelephone (5G), PHI Networks (5G). Your phone automatically picks the best available network.

When does my plan start?

When you connect to a network in the Middle East and North Africa, not when you buy it. You can install the eSIM in advance: it must be activated within 180 days.

Can I make calls with this eSIM?

The eSIM is data only, with no phone number. You can call and message through apps like Telegram, WhatsApp and others. Your main SIM card stays in your phone and still receives texts.

How do I install the eSIM?

After payment, the eSIM appears in your account. On iPhone (iOS 17.4+) and Android 10+ it installs with one tap; on other phones, scan the QR code or enter the code manually. Then turn on Data Roaming for the eSIM.

Does my phone support eSIM?

eSIM is supported by iPhone XR/XS and newer, Google Pixel 3 and newer, most Samsung Galaxy S and Z flagships, and many Xiaomi, Huawei and other models. Your phone must be carrier-unlocked.

Can I top up if I run out of data?

Yes. Plans marked “Top-up available” can be topped up in your account on the same eSIM — no need to install a new one.

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