United Arab Emirates eSIM Comparison
We compared 563 plans from 34 providers • updated 12 September 2026
Yes
Single eSIM, No expiry plans, Credits can be used in multiple countries
155 Mbps
1115 Mbps (China)
🥉 3rd in United Kingdom
Yes
803 Mbps (UAE)
Yes
803 Mbps (UAE)
Yes
424 Mbps (UK)
Yes
803 Mbps (UAE)
Yes
803 Mbps (UAE)
Yes
803 Mbps (UAE)
Yes
528 Mbps (Macau)
🥉 3rd in Malaysia
Yes
803 Mbps (UAE)
Yes
528 Mbps (Macau)
🥉 3rd in Malaysia
Yes
424 Mbps (UK)
Yes
Calls available, SMS available
156 Mbps
959 Mbps (Korea)
🥇 1st in Belgium
🥇 1st in Malaysia
Yes
424 Mbps (UK)
Yes
803 Mbps (UAE)
Yes
803 Mbps (UAE)
Yes
528 Mbps (Macau)
🥉 3rd in Malaysia
Yes
803 Mbps (UAE)
Yes
803 Mbps (UAE)
Yes
803 Mbps (UAE)
Yes
Single eSIM, No expiry plans, Credits can be used in multiple countries
155 Mbps
1115 Mbps (China)
🥉 3rd in United Kingdom
Yes
797 Mbps (Portugal)
Yes
108 Mbps
165 Mbps (USA)
Yes
528 Mbps (Macau)
🥉 3rd in Malaysia
Yes
803 Mbps (UAE)
Yes
803 Mbps (UAE)
Yes
528 Mbps (Macau)
🥉 3rd in Malaysia
Yes
602 Mbps (Spain)
Yes
803 Mbps (UAE)
Yes
Calls available, VPN available, No expiry plans,
198 Mbps
590 Mbps (Belgium)
🥇 1st in Hong Kong
🥇 1st in Indonesia
🥈 2nd in Belgium
🥉 3rd in Portugal
Yes
Calls available, SMS available
156 Mbps
959 Mbps (Korea)
🥇 1st in Belgium
🥇 1st in Malaysia
Yes
528 Mbps (Macau)
🥉 3rd in Malaysia
Yes
528 Mbps (Macau)
🥉 3rd in Malaysia
Yes
N/A
Yes
803 Mbps (UAE)
Yes
Calls available, SMS available, International numbers available, Loyalty program
157 Mbps
404 Mbps (France)
Yes
803 Mbps (UAE)
Yes
529 Mbps (USA)
Yes
528 Mbps (Macau)
🥉 3rd in Malaysia
Yes
Virtual location, Ad blocker, Web protection
177 Mbps
753 Mbps (Korea)
🥇 1st in United Arab Emirates
🥇 1st in United Kingdom
Yes
Free trial
54 Mbps
665 Mbps (France)
🥈 2nd in South Korea
🥉 3rd in France
Yes
Up to 10% back loyalty program
181 Mbps
567 Mbps (France)
🥈 2nd in United Arab Emirates
🥉 3rd in Vietnam
Yes
320 Mbps (Belgium)
Yes
528 Mbps (Macau)
🥉 3rd in Malaysia
Yes
528 Mbps (Macau)
🥉 3rd in Malaysia
Yes
943 Mbps (UK)
Yes
Calls available, SMS available, Local numbers available in selected countries
329 Mbps (UK)
Yes
Free internet calls and SMS included
584 Mbps (Belgium)
🥈 2nd in Vietnam
🥉 3rd in Hong Kong
Yes
Single eSIM
557 Mbps
862 Mbps (Korea)
🥇 1st in Colombia
🥇 1st in Portugal
🥈 2nd in France
🥈 2nd in Hong Kong
🥉 3rd in Indonesia
Yes
Calls available, VPN available, No expiry plans,
198 Mbps
590 Mbps (Belgium)
🥇 1st in Hong Kong
🥇 1st in Indonesia
🥈 2nd in Belgium
🥉 3rd in Portugal
Looking for in-depth eSIM testing, analysis and top picks? Check out our full Best eSIM for United Arab Emirates guide
Network Speeds
Best eSIM speeds personally tested by us at TEE!
Cheapest & Average Price
| Data Amount | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Provider |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 GB data | $10.13 | $0.93 |  eSIM4Travel |
| 3 GB data | $15.15 | $2.51 | eSIM.dog |
| 5 GB data | $13.66 | $2.93 | eSIM.dog |
| 10 GB data | $23.24 | $3.89 | eSIM.dog |
| 20 GB data | $39.52 | $15.37 | eSIM.dog |
| 30 GB data | $55.46 | $19.22 | eSIM.dog |
| 50 GB data | $75.71 | $19.22 | eSIM.dog |
Country Affordability
United Arab Emirates is cheaper than
57%
Of all countries
Affordability Rating (higher is better)
6
Out of 10
United Arab Emirates is average when compared with eSIMs from other countries.
Networks in United Arab Emirates
e& (formerly Etisalat) | du | Virgin Mobile (UAE) (du brand) | Thuraya (satellite)
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Airalo
aloSIM
Amigo
BNESIM
Breeze
ByteSIM
eSIM UKeSIM.dog
eSIM.net
Esimatic
eSIMo
ETravelSim
GigSky
Global YO
GoMoWorld
Holafly
Instabridge
International SIM by Bouygues Telecom
JamboSim
Jetpac
KnowRoaming
Maya Mobile
Nomad
Ohayu
Orange Travel
Orbit Mobile
RedteaGO
Roafly
Roamic
Roamify
Roamless
Saily
Sim Local
Simbye
Simify
Supera Link
Truely
Ubigi
Virgin Connect Roam
Voye Global
YesimReal Life Insights in the United Arab Emirates (UAE)
No Video Calling
Careem Rules Everything Around Me
For Dubai’s extensive public transport network, the S’hail app by RTA is your lifeline covering Metro, buses and marine transport. The genius feature? You can top up your nol (metro) card directly through the app without hunting for machines.
Why You Can’t Buy eSIMs After Landing
So when you land at Dubai Terminal 3 and see those shiny mobile phone stores everywhere, you’ll walk past them knowing you’ve already avoided the tourist trap of passport paperwork, expensive local plans, and long queues. But only if you’ve sorted your eSIM beforehand.
When Speed Actually Matters
Recently, Etisalat has been edging ahead in our speed tests, but honestly, both networks are so fast you’ll never notice the difference in real-world use. The coverage reaches every corner of all seven emirates, and yes, it even works flawlessly in the Dubai Metro tunnels and stations.
Premium Destination, Premium Prices
Navigation and Food Delivery
If your eSIM isn’t connecting immediately after you arrive in the UAE, the first and most effective step is often a simple restart of your phone. This forces the device to search for and register on the local partner network.