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United Arab Emirates

Runs on Duup to 5G
Du5G

Your phone joins whichever partner network has the strongest signal — nothing to pick manually. Data only: calls and texts stay on your home SIM.

If you're running low, you can always top up
The package starts when you connect to a supported network
Data

Choose your package

7 days

100MB
$0.50
500MB
$2.80
1GB
$4.40

15 days

3GB
$9.60

30 days

5GB
$16.00
10GB
$29.00
20GB
$39.00

180 days

50GB
$157.50

United Arab Emirates eSIM: questions travelers ask

01Is VoyaSIM cheaper than other eSIM providers for United Arab Emirates?

Yes, in 1 of 5 compared plans, for example 3 GB, 15 days: VoyaSIM $9.60, Ubigi $10. Each comparison takes the lowest public list price of Airalo, Nomad, Saily, Ubigi, Yesim for the same data and the same number of days, read on 2026-10-20; the rows we lose are shown on the comparison page too.

02How much do United Arab Emirates eSIM plans cost?

14 plans from $0.50 up to $157.50. Prices are live from the catalog and every plan page shows the current price, the data amount and the validity.

03Which networks does the United Arab Emirates eSIM use?

The plans connect to Du, with 4G/LTE and 5G across all seven emirates. Coverage spans Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ras al-Khaimah, and Fujairah. Each plan page lists its networks and whether they offer 3G, 4G or 5G.

04Anything special about using an eSIM in United Arab Emirates?

The UAE applies content filtering on local networks. VoIP voice and video calls on apps like WhatsApp and FaceTime are often restricted on local networks; messaging works normally.

05When does my United Arab Emirates plan start?

At the first connection to a network in United Arab Emirates, not when you buy or install it. Install at home over Wi‑Fi; the days start counting when you land.

06How do I install the eSIM?

The QR code arrives by email within minutes of payment. iPhone: Settings → Cellular → Add eSIM and scan it. Android: Settings → Network & Internet → SIMs → Add eSIM. It takes about two minutes; the help center has the step-by-step version.

07Do I keep my phone number and WhatsApp?

Yes. The eSIM carries data only and works next to your own SIM, so your number, WhatsApp, iMessage and banking apps keep working. Switch data roaming off on your home SIM so it never bills you abroad.

08What happens when the data runs out?

Add more data from My eSIMs in a minute, or switch on auto top-up after checkout and the same plan is added by itself at 90% used. Daily plans get cheaper per day the more days you buy at once.

09Can I get a refund?

Yes, in full, as long as the eSIM was never activated. A technical problem that stops activation is refunded too; write to support with your order number.

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