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eSIM Gulf Region
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Save up to 90% on roaming
High-speed 4G/5G connection5G
Keep your WhatsApp and number
Choose your plan
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Unlimited data with a fair-use policy (FUP): full speed up to a daily allowance, then the pace slows for the rest of the day. No cut-offs, no extra charges.
Coverage in Gulf Region- Works on your phone (500+ compatible models)
- Real 4G/5G coverage and speed in Gulf Region
- 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 Region to get internet in the Gulf Region without roaming from the moment you land. Scan the QR that arrives in your email in about 1 minute, without swapping your physical SIM. Ideal for getting around with Google Maps across Dubai, Doha or Riyadh and using WhatsApp.
You connect to top local networks in each country of the region (such as Etisalat, ooredoo or Mobily) with 4G/5G coverage. You choose the GB and the days you need; you keep your usual number for WhatsApp and calls, and share data by hotspot with your travel group.
What's included
- 4G/LTE data in the Gulf Region from the very first minute
- Hotspot included — share your internet with the people 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 your data whenever you need to, without buying another eSIM
- Money-back guarantee if the eSIM doesn't work
Before you buy
- Data only — no traditional calls or SMS (use WhatsApp or other VoIP apps)
- Your phone must be eSIM-compatible and carrier-unlocked. Check your device here
- Install the profile calmly before you travel — you have 180 days from purchase to activate it
Specifications
- Speed: 4G/5G depending on local coverage
- Networks: BH - Zain 5G, IQ - Korek 4G, KW - Zain 5G, QA - ooredoo 5G, QA - Vodafone 5G, SA - Mobily 5G, AE - Etisalat 5G
- 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 Region
Land with the Internet already on. Share every moment of Gulf Region 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 Region
Pick your data and days. Fixed price, no surprises, across Gulf Region.
| Data | Duration | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Gulf Region · 1 GB | 7 days | €5,98 |
| Gulf Region · 3 GB | 30 days | €16,69 |
| Gulf Region · 5 GB | 30 days | €27,82 |
| Gulf Region · 10 GB | 30 days | €54,79 |
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 Region 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 Region is the simplest and cheapest way to get internet abroad.
Roaming
Unlimited daily data
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
Daily plans: full-speed data up to the daily cap; after that, reduced speed (fair use).
With PuraSim
Everything that You don't lose
✕ Roaming in Gulf Region: your carrier charges you every day
✓ Your eSIM: data for your whole trip from €5,98
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 Region, 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 Region from the moment you land, with great value and no lock-in.
PuraSim eSIMs for Gulf Region 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 Region. 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 Region 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 Region without changing phone or number.
Yes. Your eSIM connects to the best local networks in Gulf Region 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 Region 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 Region, get a QR by email and, when you scan it, your phone connects to the best local networks in Gulf Region as soon as you land. All digital, no waits or paperwork.
The days start counting from your first data use in Gulf Region, 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 Region 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 Region 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 Region. 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.
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More about the Gulf Region eSIM
eSIM for the Gulf Region: Roaming-Free Internet
With a single eSIM, you can connect in Gulf countries (United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Bahrain, and Oman) without changing your SIM card each time you cross a border. The plan relies on the local networks with the widest coverage, such as Etisalat (e&) and du in the Emirates, Ooredoo and Vodafone in Qatar, STC, Mobily, and Zain in Saudi Arabia, and Omantel in Oman, so you'll have real 4G/5G in cities and airports. This is ideal if you're combining a stopover in Dubai with a meeting in Doha or Riyadh on the same trip.
Roaming in the Gulf Region: Why an eSIM is right for you
None of these countries are in the European Union, so "roaming like at home" doesn't apply here. With your home plan and international data enabled, you can easily pay €10 to €15 per day, and with some operators, the cost per megabyte can skyrocket. A data eSIM avoids that surprise bill: you pay a fixed price before you fly and browse normally. You can see the full list of all destinations if your route includes other stops.
How much does an eSIM for the Gulf Region cost?
Plans start from €3.95 and increase depending on the GB and days. For a short business trip or a long layover, 1 GB is usually enough for maps, messaging, and email. If you're going for a week and using social media or sharing your connection, aim for 3-5 GB; for two-week stays with video, 10 GB or a renewable plan is better. It's always cheaper than your operator's daily roaming.
eSIM or physical SIM card in the Gulf Region
A local physical SIM card requires you to find a store upon arrival, show your passport (registration is mandatory in several of these countries), and change your chip, losing your usual number. The eSIM is a digital profile: you install it before leaving home, keep your usual line for WhatsApp and calls, and activate data as soon as you land. Fewer queues, less plastic, and zero risk of losing the tiny chip.
Does the eSIM work in Dubai, Doha, Riyadh, or Muscat?
Yes. Coverage is solid in major hubs: Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Sharjah in the Emirates, Doha in Qatar, Riyadh and Jeddah in Saudi Arabia, Kuwait City, Manama in Bahrain, and Muscat in Oman. The eSIM automatically connects to the local operator with the best signal (Etisalat, du, Ooredoo, STC, Zain, or Omantel), so you'll have internet in hotels, shopping centers, airports, and tourist areas without any manual configuration.
How to activate the Gulf Region eSIM?
After purchase, you receive a QR code by email. You scan it from your phone's settings, the data profile is installed, and you activate the connection when you arrive at your destination. No app or technical configuration is needed. If this is your first eSIM, follow the step-by-step instructions in our eSIM guide: first, check that your phone is compatible and that it is unlocked by the operator.
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