Wraptel’s UAE SIM Card gives travellers simple prepaid access to mobile data in the United Arab Emirates and 150+ supported countries with access to 5G/4G/LTE networks where available - with no contracts, no subscriptions, and no monthly fees.
It is ideal for UAE travel, business trips, vacations, longer stays abroad, remote work while travelling, cross-border travel, compatible travel routers, and multi-country trips through the Gulf and Middle East. Use one reusable physical SIM Card, then add the prepaid data plan that fits your trip through your WraptelDataSIM account.
The UAE SIM Card is a reusable prepaid travel data SIM Card. After it arrives, insert it into an unlocked, GSM-compatible phone, tablet, travel router, or supported device. Once the SIM Card is active, you can add compatible prepaid data plans for the UAE, Gulf travel, wider regional trips, and supported global destinations.
Your first SIM Card is included. Shipping and handling is $4.80 within the US/Canada or $5.80 internationally. For orders of two or more SIM Cards, a small fee applies per additional SIM. Once your UAE SIM Card arrives and is active, you can add a compatible prepaid data plan from your WraptelDataSIM account:
Most SIM Card activations are completed within minutes during business hours, but please allow up to 12 hours in rare cases.
The UAE SIM Card works with most unlocked, GSM-compatible phones, tablets, compatible travel routers, and supported devices. It supports hotspot and tethering, making it easy to share travel data with laptops, tablets, or other connected devices. If your phone supports Dual SIM, you can keep your regular SIM active while using WraptelDataSIM as your travel data line.
The UAE SIM Card connects to supported carrier partner networks in the United Arab Emirates to provide prepaid mobile data while travelling. Coverage and network availability may vary by location, device compatibility, and local network conditions.
UAE networks include: Etisalat [3G/4G/5G] and DU [3G/4G/5G].
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Activate your UAE SIM Card in three easy steps:
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Before assigning a data package, your Wraptel Data eSIM or SIM Card must be activated.
eSIM Activation
After purchasing your Wraptel eSIM:
Important:
Once you receive your Wraptel Data SIM:
Note: This step is required only once for new SIM cards. Activation may take up to 12 hours to complete.
For further assistance, feel free to contact our support team. We're here to help!
Follow these guidelines to activate and use your prepaid data plan:
Important Notes:
Activation Process:
Once the data plan has been assigned to your SIM card or eSIM, it is ready for activation:
Helpful Tips:
For additional support or questions, our team is here to assist you!
Log in to Your Account
Access your online user account.
Navigate to Your SIM Cards
Find the 'Your SIM Cards' section.
Select ‘Add Data Package’
Click the 'Add Data Package' button next to the SIM card you’d like to update.
Complete the Checkout Process
Follow the steps in the cart to finalize your purchase.
Confirmation Email
You’ll receive an email confirmation after your purchase.
Allow Up to 12 Hours for Activation
It may take up to 12 hours for the data package to be assigned to your SIM.
Verify Assignment
Confirm that the package has been added by checking the 'Data Packages' section in your online account.
Activate Your Data Package
To make the most of your data package, activate your SIM or eSIM only upon arrival at your travel destination.
Unlimited Data Plans
Wraptel Unlimited Data Plans operate at high speeds 5G/4G/3G/LTE.
We offer four types of Unlimited Data Plans:
If a user exceeds the daily high-speed data limit, Wraptel reserves the right to reduce the speed to 768kbps (384kbps for both upstream and downstream). Once speeds are reduced, high-speed data (5G/4G/LTE/3G) will be restored at 12:01 am the following day (GMT +8).
Once activated on your device, the Unlimited Data Plan will count continuously.
For example, if you purchase a Europe - Unlimited Data 5-day package and insert the SIM card in your device on 1 Oct (10 am GMT+8), the expiry date will be 6 Oct (10am GMT+8). Each day is counted as a full 24-hour period.
Fixed Data Plans
Fixed Data Plans provide 5G/4G/3G/LTE high-speed data for the entire amount of data purchased. The Fair Usage Policy does not apply to Fixed Data Plans.
Once activated on your device, the Fixed Data Package will count continuously.
The Fixed Data package will expire when the purchased days end or the data limit is used up.
For example, if you purchase a Europe Fixed Data Plan with 5GB and a 30-day expiry, and activate the SIM card on 1 Nov (10am GMT+8), the expiry date will be 1 Dec (10am GMT+8). You will have 30 days to use the 5GB of data. If you consume the 5GB before the 30 days are up, the data package will expire, and you can add a new package thereafter.
Multiple Plans
Only one data package can be used at a time on the Data SIM. Multiple plans are not allowed simultaneously.
We recommend activating your Data SIM/eSIM only upon arrival at your travel destination to avoid activation errors. Refunds will not be issued if the Data Plan is activated on the wrong day.
International Data SIM Card/eSIM & Data Packages
The Wraptel International Data SIM Card/eSIM will expire 1 year after inactivity. During this period, you can add Data Packages at any time. Each new Data Package purchase will reset the expiry date of your SIM card/eSIM to 1 year from the date of purchase.
Data packages are valid for 6 months from the date of purchase. Any unused data packages will expire after 6 months, unless otherwise specified.
Switch the eSIM to 'ON' to activate the data package and begin the usage period.
For SIM Cards:
Insert the SIM card into your device to activate the data package and start your data usage period.
Once you arrive at your destination, either insert the SIM card into your device or turn the eSIM 'ON.' Please allow a few minutes for the setup process to complete automatically.
Your device should display the signal and carrier name. Once this happens, you can try accessing the internet.
If you're unable to connect to the internet, please try the following steps:
For instructions on APN Settings and Network Operators, click here.
If you’re still experiencing difficulties, don’t hesitate to contact our support team for further assistance.
Refer to the list of APN and Mobile Networks for your specific country.
Unlimited Data Packages
The Unlimited Data Packages will be counting continuously once activated in your device. Inserting the Data SIM Card in your device or turning the eSIM 'ON' will begin the consumption period of the Unlimited Data package.
For example, if the data plan that is purchased is a Europe - Unlimited Data 5 day package, and the Data SIM is activated in your device on 1 Oct 2018 (10am; GMT+8), the expiry date will be 6 Oct 2018 (10am; GMT+8). Every 24 hours will be counted as 1 day.
Yes, the SIM card is compatible with mobile hotspots, including WIFI and MIFI routers.
Please note that Wraptel only provides support for the SIM card itself, not the hardware. A basic understanding of how to configure your device settings is required. The Data SIM will not automatically populate the settings in routers or hotspots; these settings must be manually configured. Additionally, some routers may reduce the internet speed, which is outside of our control.
To ensure proper functionality, the device should be set up with the following configurations:
If you're unsure about configuring your device, feel free to contact our support team. While we cannot guarantee a solution for all devices, we will make every effort to assist you. Please send us the details of your device, and we'll do our best to help.
For more comprehensive guidance, we recommend consulting your device's manual or reaching out to the device manufacturer.
Refer to the list of APN and Mobile Networks for your specific country.
Most modern smartphones, tablets, smartwatches, and laptops support eSIM. iPhones (XS and newer), Samsung Galaxy S20 and later, Google Pixel, and many other flagship devices are eSIM-compatible.
Your device must be unlocked and updated with the latest software to install an eSIM.
For a full list of supported devices and setup steps, please see our eSIM Compatibility page.
Enjoy seamless connectivity with high-speed data at home and abroad. Whether traveling for business or leisure, our UAE SIM Card provides reliable internet access with flexible data plans to fit your needs. Order now for hassle-free browsing wherever you go!
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Choose the prepaid UAE travel data option that matches your trip - a country-specific UAE Unlimited Data Plan with your selected high-speed allowance available upfront, or a Gulf Arab States Fixed Data Plan with a set high-speed data amount for travel across the UAE and other supported Gulf destinations. Both options work with an active WraptelDataSIM eSIM or physical SIM Card.
| Feature | UAE Unlimited Data Plans | Gulf Arab States Fixed Data Plans |
|---|---|---|
| Best for | Travellers who want a high-speed allowance available upfront with continued unlimited data access for the remainder of the plan | Travellers who want a selected high-speed data allowance for UAE travel or a multi-country Gulf itinerary |
| Data allowance | Choose 1GB, 3GB, 5GB, 10GB, or 30GB of high-speed data provided upfront, followed by continued unlimited data under the Fair Usage and Expiry Policy | Choose 5GB, 10GB, or 20GB of high-speed data |
| How high-speed data works | Your selected high-speed allowance is available from activation and can be used according to your travel needs instead of being divided into daily portions | Your selected high-speed balance is available throughout the applicable plan duration |
| When the Fair Usage Policy begins | The unlimited Fair Usage Policy phase begins only after your full upfront high-speed allowance has been used | The Fair Usage Policy does not apply to the fixed high-speed data allowance |
| Plan duration | 30 days | 5GB for 15 days, 10GB for 20 days, or 20GB for 30 days |
| Coverage | United Arab Emirates | Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and United Arab Emirates |
| Speed | High-speed 5G/4G/LTE access where available while using the upfront high-speed allowance, followed by continued data under the applicable Fair Usage Policy | High-speed 5G/4G/LTE access where available while data remains in your selected plan allowance |
| Ideal scenarios | UAE vacations, business trips, longer stays, remote work, maps, messaging, browsing, travel apps, video calls, and hotspot sharing | Shorter UAE trips, business travel, vacations, multi-country Gulf itineraries, and travellers who prefer a selected high-speed data amount |
A: You receive a reusable physical prepaid travel data SIM Card for the United Arab Emirates and other supported destinations. Once it arrives, activate it through your WraptelDataSIM online account and add a compatible prepaid data plan.
A: You can add a country-specific UAE Unlimited Data Plan, compatible Gulf Arab States Unlimited Data Plans, Gulf Arab States Fixed Data Plans, Middle East & Africa Unlimited Data Plans, Middle East & Africa Fixed Data Plans, or World Unlimited Data Plans through your WraptelDataSIM account.
A: The physical SIM Card is shipped to your delivery address. Shipping and handling is $4.80 within the US/Canada or $5.80 internationally. Orders within the US and Canada typically arrive within 5 to 7 business days, while international orders typically arrive within 7 to 14 business days.
A: Once your SIM Card has arrived, most activations are completed within minutes during business hours. In rare cases, activation may take up to 12 hours.
A: Choose 1GB, 3GB, 5GB, 10GB, or 30GB of high-speed data. Your selected allowance is provided upfront and can be used according to your travel needs rather than being divided into daily portions. After the full upfront allowance is used, unlimited data continues under our Fair Usage and Expiry Policy for the remainder of the 30-day plan.
A: Yes. Compatible Gulf Arab States Fixed Data Plans can be used on supported networks in Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates during the selected plan duration.
A: Yes. Hotspot and tethering are supported on eligible unlocked devices, allowing you to share your UAE mobile data with laptops, tablets, compatible travel routers, or other connected devices while travelling.
A: Yes. Keep the same SIM Card and add compatible prepaid data plans through your WraptelDataSIM account for future travel in supported destinations.
Travellers staying in the United Arab Emirates can choose a country-specific UAE Unlimited Data Plan with 1GB, 3GB, 5GB, 10GB, or 30GB of high-speed data available upfront. Once the full upfront high-speed allowance has been used, unlimited data continues under the Fair Usage Policy for the remainder of the 30-day plan.
Travellers with an unlocked, eSIM-compatible phone, tablet, or supported device can choose a UAE eSIM. It is delivered digitally and is reusable in the United Arab Emirates and supported global destinations with the same flexible prepaid data plan options and no monthly fees.
