United Arab Emirates · Setup guide

How to set up a United Arab Emirates eSIM.

Under 60 seconds. Works on every iPhone from XR onwards and every Android flagship from 2020 onwards. Profile routes through Etisalat 4G + 5G.

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  1. 01

    Settings → Cellular → Add eSIM

    Scan QR before boarding.

  2. 02

    Label "UAE"

    Profile picks Etisalat by default.

  3. 03

    Data Roaming ON for UAE only

    Connects immediately at DXB or AUH.

United Arab Emirates-specific troubleshooting

Things that can go wrong in United Arab Emirates.

  • WhatsApp and FaceTime voice calls are blocked on UAE networks. Video calls work via Microsoft Teams, Google Meet, or Zoom.
  • VPN usage is legally restricted unless using a permitted corporate service.
  • Desert safari tours leave coverage zones beyond 20 km from E11 — expect offline stretches.

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Plans for United Arab Emirates.

From $3 for a short trip to unlimited monthly. All plans include hotspot tethering.

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