eSIM for Dubai International: data working when you land
Install a Slashtel United Arab Emirates eSIM before you fly and skip the SIM counter at DXB. QR code by email in minutes, all-in prices in USD, no roaming charges. Plans from $3.69 (1GB, 7 days).
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United Arab Emirates eSIM plans and prices
| Data | Validity | Price (USD) | Per GB |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 GB | 7 days | $3.69 | $3.69 |
| 3 GB | 15 days | $10.99 | $3.66 |
| 3 GB | 30 days | $8.89 | $2.96 |
| 5 GB | 30 days | $13.49 | $2.70 |
| 10 GB | 30 days | $24.09 | $2.41 |
| 10 GB | 60 days | $24.89 | $2.49 |
| 20 GB | 30 days | $42.79 | $2.14 |
Prices checked 9 October 2026. All-in price in USD, no roaming charges, QR by email in minutes. Data only; keep your own number for calls and texts.
- Before you fly: buy, scan the QR from the email on wifi, keep the eSIM switched off.
- On landing at DXB: switch the eSIM on, set it as the data line, turn off data roaming on your home SIM.
- In the terminal: it picks up Du or Etisalat automatically. Maps and taxi apps work before you reach arrivals.
Dubai International guide: taxis, trains, wifi → · Compare United Arab Emirates eSIM prices across sellers → · Check your phone is eSIM compatible →
Other United Arab Emirates airports: Zayed International
Questions
Should I buy a SIM at Dubai International or an eSIM before I fly?
An eSIM installed at home is working the moment the plane's door opens: no queue at the airport SIM counter, no passport registration at the kiosk, no hunting for a shop after a long flight. Install it on wifi before departure, switch it on when you land.
Which networks will the eSIM use in United Arab Emirates?
It connects to Du or Etisalat (up to 5G), picking the strongest signal automatically, including inside the terminal.
When should I install it?
Before you fly, on wifi. The plan's validity starts when the eSIM first connects to a network in the destination, not when you install it, so installing early costs nothing.
Do I keep my own number?
Yes. The eSIM is data only. Your home SIM stays in the phone for calls, texts and bank codes; turn off data roaming on it so it is not used by mistake.