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eSIM Gulf GCC Countries
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Coverage in Gulf GCC Countries- Works on your phone (500+ compatible models)
- Real 4G/5G coverage and speed in Gulf GCC Countries
- Activates on arrival, not when you buy
- Keep your number, WhatsApp and iMessage
- Guaranteed refund if it does not work
NetworkTop local carrier
Speed4G / 5G
HotspotYes
ServiceData only
ActivationOn first data use
CompatibilityiPhone XS+, Samsung S20+, Pixel 3+ (500+ models)
InstallationQR code by email
FormatDigital eSIM (no physical SIM)
EIDDial *#06# to check it
UsageData only (your number still works for calls)
eSIM Gulf Countries (GCC) to travel with internet in the Gulf countries without roaming and cross borders with a single QR. You connect as soon as you land: scan the code you receive by email in a minute, without changing your physical SIM or paying roaming. Ideal for Maps, WhatsApp, translating or setting up a hotspot.
A single plan connects you to top-tier local networks in the Gulf states included, with 4G/5G coverage. Choose the GB and days you need; keep your usual number for WhatsApp and calls, and share data by hotspot with your group.
What's included
- 4G/5G data in the Gulf countries (GCC)
- Hotspot included to share internet with those travelling with you
- Your usual number stays active: WhatsApp, incoming calls and iMessage without interruptions
- Activation QR in your email in under 1 minute
- Top up data whenever you need it, without buying another eSIM
- Money-back guarantee if the eSIM doesn't work
Before you buy
- Data only: it doesn't include traditional calls or SMS, but VoIP apps like WhatsApp do work
- Your phone must be eSIM compatible and carrier-unlocked. Check your device here
- You can install the profile before travelling: you have 180 days from purchase to activate it
Specifications
- Speed: 4G/5G depending on local coverage
- Top-up: Yes
- Hotspot: Yes
- Calls / SMS: Not included (VoIP apps only)
- Pre-activation window: 180 days from purchase
Risk-free purchase
Did you change your plans? We've got you covered
If you don't end up traveling, you have a money-back guarantee. And if something doesn't work at your destination, our human support helps you 24/7 until you're connected. No fine print, no complications.
Your next destination
Gulf GCC Countries
Land with the Internet already on. Share every moment of Gulf GCC Countries without hunting for WiFi or overpaying.
The PuraSim difference
Travel connected, without the hassle
Connected or we help you
Coverage in 218 destinations on top-tier local networks, even outside big cities. And if something fails, human support 24/7 until you're online.
If you can take a photo, you can activate it
No paperwork or SIM cards. You get a QR, scan it and the eSIM installs itself. Your number and WhatsApp stay exactly the same.
Choose your plan
eSIM plans for Gulf GCC Countries
Pick your data and days. Fixed price, no surprises, across Gulf GCC Countries.
| Data | Duration | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Gulf GCC Countries · 1 GB | 7 days | €9,84 |
| Gulf GCC Countries · 3 GB | 30 days | €27,82 |
| Gulf GCC Countries · 5 GB | 30 days | €45,80 |
| Gulf GCC Countries · 10 GB | 30 days | €81,76 |
Before you buy
Is your phone compatible?
Almost every phone since 2018 supports eSIM. Check it in 10 seconds — we show you step by step. Swipe →
Dial *#06#
Open the phone dialer and enter *#06#, just like a call. No need to press call.
Look for the EID
If a 32-digit EID code appears, your phone supports eSIM. Good news!
Ready to travel!
Just add your Gulf GCC Countries plan. Activate it with a QR and land with internet.
Prefer to check by brand and model? Pick it here:
Installation
Activate your eSIM in minutes
1Connect to WiFi
Install it before you travel. It uses no plan data.
2Settings → Cellular
Tap "Add eSIM" → "Use QR Code".
3Scan the QR
The one in your email. The eSIM installs itself.
4Activate on arrival
At your destination, turn on "Data Roaming" for PuraSim.
1Connect to WiFi
Install it before you travel.
2Settings → Connections → SIM
Tap "Add eSIM" or "Add mobile plan".
3Scan the QR
Confirm the profile download.
4Turn on data
Select PuraSim and enable roaming.
The difference
vs. the old way
Compared to roaming, an airport local SIM or hotel WiFi, the PuraSim eSIM for Gulf GCC Countries is the simplest and cheapest way to get internet abroad.
Roaming
No surprise bills
Online the moment you land
Data coverage across the country
Keep your number and WhatsApp
Human support on WhatsApp
4G/5G speed, no throttling
With PuraSim
Everything that You don't lose
✕ Roaming in Gulf GCC Countries: your carrier charges you every day
✓ Your eSIM: data for your whole trip from €9,84
Don't lose moneyFixed price before you leave, no surprises on your bill when you return.
Don't lose connectionHigh-speed internet as soon as you land, no need to search for WiFi.
Don't lose your numberYour SIM stays in: WhatsApp and your usual calls, active.
Don't lose timeNo queues or paperwork to buy a SIM at the airport.
Don't lose coverageConnect to top-tier local networks, not second-rate signals.
Don't lose your coolNo commitment, no small print, and a money-back guarantee.
Your next destination
Connect in 218 destinations
One store for all your trips. Pick your country and leave the plane already connected.
Performance
Works with all your apps
Fast, stable connection on top-tier local networks. Peak performance in the apps you use every day.
Real connection speed5G
WhatsApp
Instagram
TikTok
Maps
YouTube
Spotify
Netflix
GmailBooking
Uber
Airbnb
Book, get around and browse at your destination with data from minute one — no hotel wifi or local SIMs needed.
- Stream Netflix & YouTube with no buffering
- Post stories and video-call instantly
- Google Maps always ready so you never get lost
FAQ
Everything clear about your eSIM
To travel to Gulf GCC Countries, the best eSIM gives you full-speed data on the best local networks, with no roaming and real support. The PuraSim eSIM activates with a QR in 1 minute, keeps your number and WhatsApp and covers all of Gulf GCC Countries from the moment you land, with great value and no lock-in.
PuraSim eSIMs for Gulf GCC Countries have plans by data and by days, so you only pay for what you need. No contracts, no lock-in: pick your plan, pay once and get data across Gulf GCC Countries. See the available plans above. It is much cheaper than your carrier roaming.
Yes, by a lot. Traditional roaming can add €50-60 to your bill on a single trip in Europe. With a PuraSim eSIM you pay a fixed price for your Gulf GCC Countries data, with no surprises or hidden charges, and you know exactly what you will spend before leaving home.
Yes, if your phone supports eSIM (almost all since 2018: iPhone XR/XS and later, Samsung Galaxy S20+, Google Pixel 3+ and many more). Dial *#06# on the dialer: if an EID code appears, your phone supports eSIM and you can use PuraSim in Gulf GCC Countries without changing phone or number.
Yes. Your eSIM connects to the best local networks in Gulf GCC Countries with 4G/5G coverage in major cities and most tourist areas. You get full-speed internet for maps, social media, videos and video calls throughout the trip, from landing until you return home.
Connect to WiFi, open Settings, then Cellular, Add eSIM and scan the QR you receive by email. It takes under a minute and you can set it up before leaving home. In Gulf GCC Countries you just turn on the eSIM data roaming and you are connected instantly.
An eSIM is a digital SIM built into your phone, with no physical card. You buy your data plan for Gulf GCC Countries, get a QR by email and, when you scan it, your phone connects to the best local networks in Gulf GCC Countries as soon as you land. All digital, no waits or paperwork.
The days start counting from your first data use in Gulf GCC Countries, not from purchase. So you can install the eSIM calmly before travelling and it only activates when you arrive and connect.
Yes. Your usual SIM or eSIM stays active for your calls, SMS and your regular WhatsApp. The PuraSim eSIM is added separately for data only, so you do not lose your number or your chats.
Yes, all our Gulf GCC Countries plans include hotspot to share internet. You can connect your laptop, tablet or a travel companion phone to your hotspot at no extra cost.
You can buy another Gulf GCC Countries plan from the site in seconds, with no eSIM change or waiting. We also alert you when you are low on data so you never lose connection mid-trip.
The plan is data only, designed to give you internet in Gulf GCC Countries. You can still call and message at no extra cost via WhatsApp, FaceTime or Telegram using your eSIM data.
You have a money-back guarantee and 24/7 support. If something fails, our team helps until you are connected or refunds you. Write to us and we solve it right away.
Travel guides
Learn to travel connected
More about the Gulf GCC Countries eSIM
eSIM for the Gulf countries (GCC): internet without roaming
With a single plan, you get mobile data in all six Gulf Cooperation Council countries: United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, and Oman. The eSIM connects to local networks with the best coverage, such as Etisalat and du in the UAE, STC, Mobily, and Zain in Saudi Arabia, Ooredoo and Vodafone in Qatar, Batelco in Bahrain, and Omantel in Oman. Land in Dubai, Riyadh, or Doha, activate your data, and you're online instantly, without changing SIM cards every time you cross a border.
Roaming in the Gulf: why an eSIM is a good idea
None of the Gulf countries belong to the European Union, so your home plan doesn't include these destinations, and roaming costs skyrocket: it's common to pay between €10 and €15 per day, or per-megabyte rates that turn a video or a map into an unpleasant bill. An eSIM for the Gulf countries eliminates that surprise: you contract data in advance, you know exactly what you're paying for, and you use your mobile with the same peace of mind as at home for Google Maps, WhatsApp, Uber, or Careem.
How much does an eSIM for the Gulf countries cost?
Plans start from €3.95, and the price depends on the gigabytes and days of travel. For a short stopover in Dubai with navigation and messaging, 1 GB for a few days is usually enough; for a one or two-week trip through the Emirates, Qatar, and Oman, 3 to 5 GB is comfortable, and if you work remotely or share data, 10 GB or a plan with top-up is better. You can compare all options in all destinations and choose the one that fits your trip.
eSIM or SIM card in the Gulf
A local SIM card requires finding a store upon arrival and, in countries like Saudi Arabia or the Emirates, registering it with your passport, which takes up time on your first day. The eSIM is 100% digital: you buy it before you leave, install it with a QR code, and keep your usual number active to receive bank SMS or calls. No plastic, no queues at the airport, and no dependence on finding an open counter.
Does the eSIM work in Dubai, Riyadh, Doha, or Abu Dhabi?
Yes. 4G and 5G coverage in the major Gulf cities is excellent. It works in Dubai and Abu Dhabi on Etisalat and du, in Riyadh and Jeddah with STC, Mobily or Zain, in Doha with Ooredoo, in Kuwait City with Zain, in Manama (Bahrain) with Batelco, and in Muscat (Oman) with Omantel. You will have a stable signal in tourist areas, shopping centers, hotels, and airports, and also on inter-city journeys.
How do you activate the Gulf eSIM?
When you purchase, you receive an email with a QR code and instructions. You scan it from your mobile settings, leave the eSIM installed, and upon landing in the Gulf, activate roaming data so it connects to the local network. It takes a couple of minutes and you can prepare it calmly from home with Wi-Fi. If it's your first time, follow our eSIM guide step-by-step and you'll have internet ready from minute one.
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