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GCC Middle East eSIM

One plan for 5 destinations across GCC Middle East.

  • From $5.11
  • 32 plans
  • 5 countries
  • 5G speeds
  • Hotspot ✓

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For how long?
  1. Pay securelyCard, Apple Pay or Google Pay
  2. Install the eSIMScan the QR code, or tap Install on iPhone
  3. Land and switch onYour plan starts when you connect

GCC Middle East eSIM at a glance

PingESIM sells 32 prepaid eSIM data plans for 5 countries in GCC Middle East, from $5.11 (1GB for 3 days). A 10GB plan for 30 days costs $33.41. Unlimited data starts at $3.12 per day. Plans connect to STC, Zain and Zain Omantel and other local networks, with 5G where available. The QR code is delivered instantly by email after payment.

GCC Middle East eSIM prices

Lowest price for each data amount, USD
DataValidity optionsFrom
1 GB3 days$5.11
3 GB3–30 days$11.50
5 GB7–30 days$17.42
10 GB7–30 days$30.20
20 GB15–30 days$53.87
50 GB30–90 days$124.52
100 GB30–180 days$225.22
Unlimited1–30 days$6.55
Unlimited Plus1–30 days$11.36

Coverage and networks

5 countries on one eSIM

    • Hotspot

      Allowed on most plans

    • Calls and SMS

      Data only. Your own number stays active for calls and texts

    • Activation

      Starts when the eSIM first connects at your destination

    • Delivery

      QR code on screen and by email, seconds after payment

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    Questions about the GCC Middle East eSIM

    How much does a GCC Middle East eSIM cost?

    GCC Middle East eSIM plans on PingESIM cost from $5.11 to $273.17. The cheapest is 1GB for 3 days. A popular choice, 10GB for 30 days, costs $33.41. Prices are in USD and paid once, with no contract.

    Is there an unlimited data eSIM for GCC Middle East?

    Yes. Unlimited GCC Middle East plans start at $3.12 per day and run for up to 30 days. Fair-use limits apply: 1GB/day at full speed, then 512kbps.

    Which mobile networks does the GCC Middle East eSIM use?

    It connects to STC, Zain, Zain Omantel and Vodafone. Your phone picks the strongest supported network automatically. 5G is available on supported networks and phones.

    Can I use the GCC Middle East eSIM as a hotspot?

    Yes, most plans allow hotspot sharing (tethering) so you can connect a laptop or tablet. Check the plan details before buying.

    When does my GCC Middle East eSIM plan start?

    Install the eSIM over Wi-Fi before you travel. The validity period starts when the eSIM first connects to a supported network in a covered country, so installing early doesn’t use up days.

    Will I keep my WhatsApp and phone number?

    Yes. The eSIM is for data only, so your physical SIM and number stay on your phone. WhatsApp, iMessage and FaceTime keep working with your usual number over the eSIM’s data.

    Which phones support eSIM?

    Most iPhones from XS/XR onwards, Google Pixel 3 and newer, Samsung Galaxy S20 and newer, and many other recent phones support eSIM. The phone must be carrier-unlocked.

    Staying in one country?

    A local eSIM is often cheaper for a single destination.

    Bahrain $4.18 Kuwait $3.82 Oman $4.95 Qatar $3.82 Saudi Arabia $3.82