Can I use it the moment I reach Middle East?

Yes. Install it before you leave and it joins a local network on its own as soon as you arrive in Middle East. Just make sure roaming is switched on for the eSIM line.

Can I extend my Middle East eSIM plan?

Yes. If you run low on data, you can buy and install an extra plan at any time. Your existing eSIM profile stays as it is.

How fast is an eSIM in Middle East?

eSIM plans for Middle East use local 4G/LTE networks. Actual speed depends on local network conditions, but is usually around 10–50 Mbps.

Can I still use my Korean number when I'm on an eSIM in Middle East?

Yes. The eSIM works as an extra line for data only. Your Korean SIM keeps its number, so KakaoTalk messages and calls to your usual number still reach you.

Does eSIM work in Middle East?

Middle East supports eSIM, and plans start from ₩7,971. Install it with the QR code you receive after buying, then just turn on data roaming after you arrive and you are connected straight away. There is no need to swap your SIM.

Travel eSIM or carrier roaming: which is cheaper for a trip to Middle East?

For a short trip or light data use, a travel eSIM is usually cheaper. Unlimited roaming from Korean carriers costs about ₩11,000–₩15,000 a day, but with an eSIM you can buy just the days of data you need in advance. For a short trip for one or two people, an eSIM has a big advantage; for a family or very heavy data use, compare carrier unlimited roaming too.

Can I use tethering (hotspot) in Middle East?

Yes. In Middle East you can share your eSIM data with other devices such as a laptop or tablet by tethering (hotspot). Shared data also comes out of your plan allowance, so if you tether a lot we recommend choosing a little more data.

Do I set up the eSIM before I leave or after I arrive?

We recommend installing it (registering the QR code) before you leave, while you have Wi-Fi. Data starts when you turn on data roaming after you arrive in Middle East. Just remember "set up before you leave, switch on when you arrive" and you can use the internet as soon as you land.

How many GB of data do I need for a trip to Middle East?

For mostly maps and messaging, we recommend about 1 GB a day; to use plenty of social media and photo uploads, about 2 GB a day. If you stream a lot of video or tether a lot, an unlimited plan is better. You can always buy more if you run short, so it is fine to choose a little extra at first.

Does my smartphone support eSIM?

You can use it if your phone supports eSIM. iPhone supports it from the XS and XR onwards; Galaxy phones sold in Korea from the S23, Z Flip4 and Z Fold4 onwards. Dial *#06# in the phone app: if an EID number appears, your phone supports eSIM. If it is SIM-locked, it needs to be unlocked.

Middle East eSIM plans

Instant delivery

Sent instantly by email
30-day refund
Customer support in Korean
Credit card · Apple Pay

Middle East eSIM at a glance

Price: From ₩7,971
Network: 4G/LTE (5G where supported)
Activation: QR code — install before you leave
Recommended data: Maps and messaging 1 GB a day · more room 2 GB a day · video: unlimited

eSIM plans you can use in Middle East

Data	Validity	Price
Unlimited	1 day	₩7,971
Unlimited	3 days	₩30,121
Unlimited	5 days	₩45,189
Unlimited	7 days	₩57,244
Unlimited	10 days	₩66,284
Unlimited	15 days	₩100,941
Unlimited	30 days	₩159,706
1 GB	7 days	₩9,026
2 GB	15 days	₩18,067
3 GB	30 days	₩22,587
5 GB	30 days	₩30,121
10 GB	30 days	₩58,750
20 GB	30 days	₩88,886
50 GB	30 days	₩141,625

7 countries in this region

Saudi Arabia

United Arab Emirates

Iraq

Israel

Jordan

Kuwait

Oman

Instant activation

Get your QR code and installation steps by email right after you buy.

Secure payment

Pay with a credit or debit card or Apple Pay.

Global network

Reliable connections on local carrier networks in more than 200 countries.

Easy setup

One QR code scan and setup is finished, with nothing physical to swap out.

How do I install a Middle East eSIM?

1
Buy a plan
Choose a data plan for Middle East and complete payment.
2
Scan the QR code
Open the email we sent and point your phone camera at its QR code.
3
Install the eSIM
Complete the eSIM installation as prompted. Doing it before you leave is simplest.
4
Connect on arrival
Once you land in Middle East, switch data roaming on and you're online.

1
Buy a plan
Choose a data plan for Middle East and complete payment.
2
Scan the QR code
Open the email we sent and point your phone camera at its QR code.
3
Install the eSIM
Complete the eSIM installation as prompted. Doing it before you leave is simplest.
4
Connect on arrival
Once you land in Middle East, switch data roaming on and you're online.

Which plan is right for me?

Short trip

For a short 3–7 day trip, an unlimited data plan is ideal.

Business trip

We recommend a high-data plan with plenty for video calls and email.

Long stay

Staying a month or more? A large-data plan gives the best value.

Family trip

Families sharing a connection across multiple devices should pick a tethering-enabled plan with a generous data allowance.

eSIM, local SIM or pocket Wi-Fi: what suits a trip to Middle East best?

	eSIM	Local SIM	Pocket Wi-Fi
Activation	Instant (QR code)	Buy locally	Pick up / delivery
Setup	2 minutes	SIM swap needed	Separate device
Price	From ₩7,971	₩10,000~50,000	₩5,000~15,000/day
Network	Local 4G/LTE	Local 4G/LTE	Local 4G/LTE
Devices	1 smartphone	1 smartphone	Up to 5
Flexibility	Top up any time	Fixed data	Daily rental
Best for	Ideal for travellers	Long stays	Families / groups

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