How much is an eSIM for the UAE? Plans compared
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How much is an eSIM for the UAE? On 23 October 2026 Airalo listed 17 plans for the UAE, from $4 (1 GB for 3 days), while Holafly unlimited plans started at $5.90 for one day.
If you need lots of data, the biggest fixed plan is 20 GB for 15 days at $33 ($1.65/GB). Airalo names the network in the UAE as Etisalat (5G).
Before you buy
For a week in the UAE, maps and messaging usually fit a small plan such as 3 GB for 7 days at $9; if you hotspot or upload a lot, the real choice is between the biggest fixed plan and unlimited data (Holafly 7 days at $27.90). Check your phone supports eSIM and is carrier-unlocked before buying.
Prices as we saw them
| Item | Price | Checked on | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burj Mobile · 1 GB for 3 days · the UAE | 4 USD | 2026-10-23 | www.airalo.com/united-arab-emirates-esim |
| Burj Mobile · 3 GB for 3 days · the UAE | 8.50 USD | 2026-10-23 | www.airalo.com/united-arab-emirates-esim |
| Burj Mobile · 3 GB for 7 days · the UAE | 9 USD | 2026-10-23 | www.airalo.com/united-arab-emirates-esim |
| Burj Mobile · 5 GB for 7 days · the UAE | 11 USD | 2026-10-23 | www.airalo.com/united-arab-emirates-esim |
| Burj Mobile · 10 GB for 7 days · the UAE | 18.50 USD | 2026-10-23 | www.airalo.com/united-arab-emirates-esim |
| Burj Mobile · 5 GB for 15 days · the UAE | 11.50 USD | 2026-10-23 | www.airalo.com/united-arab-emirates-esim |
| Burj Mobile · 10 GB for 15 days · the UAE | 19 USD | 2026-10-23 | www.airalo.com/united-arab-emirates-esim |
| Burj Mobile · 20 GB for 15 days · the UAE | 33 USD | 2026-10-23 | www.airalo.com/united-arab-emirates-esim |
| Burj Mobile · 5 GB for 30 days · the UAE | 12 USD | 2026-10-23 | www.airalo.com/united-arab-emirates-esim |
| Burj Mobile · 10 GB for 30 days · the UAE | 20 USD | 2026-10-23 | www.airalo.com/united-arab-emirates-esim |
| Burj Mobile · 20 GB for 30 days · the UAE | 34 USD | 2026-10-23 | www.airalo.com/united-arab-emirates-esim |
| Burj Mobile · Unlimited for 3 days · the UAE | 12.50 USD | 2026-10-23 | www.airalo.com/united-arab-emirates-esim |
| Burj Mobile · Unlimited for 5 days · the UAE | 19 USD | 2026-10-23 | www.airalo.com/united-arab-emirates-esim |
| Burj Mobile · Unlimited for 7 days · the UAE | 27.50 USD | 2026-10-23 | www.airalo.com/united-arab-emirates-esim |
| Burj Mobile · Unlimited for 10 days · the UAE | 35 USD | 2026-10-23 | www.airalo.com/united-arab-emirates-esim |
| Burj Mobile · Unlimited for 15 days · the UAE | 49 USD | 2026-10-23 | www.airalo.com/united-arab-emirates-esim |
| Burj Mobile · Unlimited for 30 days · the UAE | 72 USD | 2026-10-23 | www.airalo.com/united-arab-emirates-esim |
Which plan fits your trip length?
| Trip length | Cheapest Airalo plan covering it | Airalo unlimited | Holafly unlimited |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 days in the UAE | 1 GB for 3 days: $4 | Unlimited for 3 days: $12.50 | 3 days: $13.50 |
| 7 days in the UAE | 3 GB for 7 days: $9 | Unlimited for 7 days: $27.50 | 7 days: $27.90 |
| 15 days in the UAE | 5 GB for 15 days: $11.50 | Unlimited for 15 days: $49 | 15 days: $50.50 |
| 30 days in the UAE | 5 GB for 30 days: $12 | Unlimited for 30 days: $72 | — |
What people ask
How much is an eSIM for the UAE?
The UAE: Airalo from $4 (1 GB for 3 days) to $72; Holafly unlimited from $5.90 for one day, per both sites on 23 October 2026.
Which network does the Airalo eSIM use in the UAE?
The UAE: The Airalo page lists: Etisalat (5G).
Is there an unlimited eSIM for the UAE?
The UAE: Yes: Holafly lists unlimited plans from 1 to 15 days, and Airalo has 6 unlimited plans from $12.50.
Which is cheaper per GB in the UAE?
The UAE: Airalo's lowest is $1.65/GB on the 20 GB for 15 days plan. Holafly plans are unlimited, so there is no per-GB price; they only pay off with heavy use.
Specs from the datasheet
| Item | Spec | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Airalo | Network | Etisalat (5G) | www.airalo.com/united-arab-emirates-esim |
| Airalo | Lowest price per GB | $1.65 (20 GB for 15 days) | www.airalo.com/united-arab-emirates-esim |
See Airalo plans for the UAE Holafly official site
Setup: on iPhone and on Android. To compare price per GB use the eSIM price-per-GB calculator.
Prices in a chart
Holafly unlimited data in the UAE
| Days | USD | SAR | AED | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 day in the UAE | 5.90 | 27 | 24 | holafly.com |
| 7 days in the UAE | 27.90 | 109 | 109 | holafly.com |
| 15 days in the UAE | 50.50 | 194 | 189 | holafly.com |
The daily cost falls with longer plans: $5.90 for one day versus about $3.37 per day on the 15-day plan.
Prices are from the public Airalo and Holafly pages on 23 October 2026 and may change; the correct price is the one shown at checkout.