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* Final prices in EUR. 4G/5G speed depends on the local network.
How much data do I need?
Recommended: ≈ 4 GB
1Choose a destination
Find a country or region and pick a plan that fits.
2Buy the eSIM
Pay your way and get the eSIM in your inbox.
3Activate and travel
Install in a couple of minutes and stay online on the trip.
eSIM UAE: FAQ
1Does the eSIM work in Dubai and Abu Dhabi?
Yes. The eSIM connects to a local UAE network (the operators there are e& and du) for mobile data in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah and the other emirates. Install it at home and switch on its data after landing.
2Can I make WhatsApp or FaceTime calls in the UAE?
WhatsApp messages, photos and voice notes work. Voice and video calls via WhatsApp and FaceTime are blocked on the e& and du networks. For calls, use regular phone calls or apps licensed in the UAE (for example BOTIM).
3eSIM or the free tourist SIM at the airport?
After passport control, du and e& give visitors a free starter eSIM with 10 GB for the first day (as of November 2026). After that you need a paid pack registered with your passport. A travel eSIM is installed at home, so you are online right after landing and your own number stays active for bank texts.
4Do I need an eSIM for a layover in Dubai?
For a short connection the free Wi-Fi at DXB and DWC is usually enough. The free 10 GB starter eSIMs are only available after passport control. Switch on a UAE eSIM only if you enter the country: the plan's validity usually starts with its first connection there.
5Which eSIM do I need for UAE?
For UAE, MonoEsim offers data packs from 1 GB to 50 GB valid for up to 30 days plus unlimited plans. For a one-week trip with maps, messengers and social media, 3–5 GB is usually enough.
6How much does mobile data in UAE cost with an eSIM?
An eSIM for UAE starts at $5.99 at MonoEsim. No contract and no hidden roaming fees — you only pay for the pack you choose.
7Does the eSIM work everywhere in UAE?
Data in Dubai and Abu Dhabi from the moment you land. The eSIM uses local partner networks with 4G and, depending on the area, 5G. In remote areas coverage can be weaker, as with any SIM.
8Do I need roaming in UAE?
No. The MonoEsim eSIM uses a local network. Turn data roaming on for the eSIM line only and off for your regular SIM — so your home carrier charges no roaming fees.
