eSIM for Egypt
A prepaid travel eSIM that gets you online the moment you land in Egypt. You install it from a QR code we email you, in about five minutes, with no SIM counter to find at Cairo airport.
- 47 data plans work in Egypt, from $3.99. Prices checked November 3, 2026.
- 9 plans cover Egypt only. 38 more cover it along with nearby countries such as Israel and Jordan.
- Most plans start when you first use data, so you can install at home before you fly. A few start at install, and the tables mark them.
- Data only, with no local phone number. Your home number stays on your regular SIM.
Prices by data and trip length
Prices in US dollars, checked November 3, 2026. The plan page shows the current price before you pay.
| Data | 7 days | 15 days | 30 days |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 GB | $3.991 GB, 14 days | $3.992 GB, 15 days | $7.993 GB, 30 daysMiddle East plan, 13 destinations |
| 3 GB | $7.993 GB, 30 daysMiddle East plan, 13 destinations | $7.993 GB, 30 daysMiddle East plan, 13 destinations | $7.993 GB, 30 daysMiddle East plan, 13 destinations |
| 5 GB | $8.497 GB, 30 days | $8.497 GB, 30 days | $8.497 GB, 30 days |
| 10 GB | $12.9912 GB, 30 days | $12.9912 GB, 30 days | $12.9912 GB, 30 days |
| 20 GB | $24.9925 GB, 30 days | $24.9925 GB, 30 days | $24.9925 GB, 30 days |
Plans for Egypt only
Every size and length sold for Egypt alone, without other countries:
| Data | Length | Price | Network | Starts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 GB | 14 days | $3.99 | 5G where available | On first use |
| 2 GB | 15 days | $3.99 | 4G LTE | On first use |
| 3 GB | 30 days | $15.99 | 5G where available | On first use |
| 5 GB | 30 days | $23.99 | 5G where available | On first use |
| 7 GB | 30 days | $8.49 | 4G LTE | On first use |
| 10 GB | 30 days | $39.99 | 5G where available | On first use |
| 12 GB | 30 days | $12.99 | 4G LTE | On first use |
| 20 GB | 30 days | $54.99 | 5G where available | On first use |
| 25 GB | 30 days | $24.99 | 4G LTE | On first use |
Plans for Egypt and nearby countries
- Africa plan, 10 destinations, including Morocco: from $10.43 for 1 GB over 7 days.
- Middle East plan, 13 destinations, including Israel, Jordan, Saudi Arabia and Morocco: from $3.99 for 1 GB over 7 days.
- Africa plan, 20 destinations, including Morocco: from $5.99 for 1 GB over 7 days.
- Africa plan, 23 destinations, including Morocco: from $9.99 for 1 GB over 30 days.
- Regional plan, 98 destinations, including Israel, Saudi Arabia and Morocco: from $41.99 for 13 GB over 365 days.
Network and plan details
- 5 of the 47 plans connect at 5G where the local network and your phone support it. The rest use 4G LTE.
- Of the 47 plans for Egypt, 45 start when you first use data and 2 start when you install the eSIM.
- Your data goes out to the internet from the UK on 16 plans, Western Europe on 10 and Singapore on 4. 2 use other places. 15 do not say. Websites usually see that place as your location.
- None of the 32 plans that name a place send your data to the internet from Egypt.
- Hotspot sharing works on every plan here.
- The catalog does not name the local network for these plans.
- Capital: Cairo
- Country calling code: +20
- Plans: 47, from $3.99 to $89.99
In Egypt, having Uber on your phone changes the trip. Cairo's street taxis are notorious for haggling and detours, while Uber and Careem show a fixed fare with the route tracked. A travel eSIM has them working from arrival, along with maps for the pyramids, the Nile, and the Red Sea resorts. A roaming eSIM also tends to handle calling apps better than a local SIM.
What you can use the data for
Ride-hailing. Uber and Careem run on data and spare you the constant taxi haggling in Cairo, since the fare and route are set in the app.
Maps. Google Maps covers Cairo, Giza, Luxor, and the resort towns, plus the desert roads. It needs a connection throughout.
Calling apps. Internet calling can be restricted on local Egyptian SIMs, but a roaming eSIM routes data abroad, so WhatsApp calls often work better.
Bookings and translation. Pyramid and temple tickets, Nile cruises, and dive trips are easiest over data, with translation for Arabic signage.
Where it works
Coverage roams on Egypt's national networks, strong along the Nile corridor and the resort coasts:
- Cairo (CAI) and Giza
- Luxor (LXR) and Aswan (ASW) on the Nile
- Hurghada (HRG) on the Red Sea
- Sharm el-Sheikh (SSH) and the Sinai coast
- Alexandria and the Mediterranean
Coverage is strong in Cairo, along the Nile between Luxor and Aswan, and in the Red Sea resorts. It thins out fast in the Western Desert, the Sinai interior, and remote areas. Download offline maps before any desert excursion.
Common situations
Cairo and the pyramids
Activate at the airport, book an Uber to Giza, and skip the taxi negotiation. A connection keeps maps and ticket bookings in hand across a hectic city.
Nile cruise from Luxor to Aswan
Keep maps and temple bookings live along the river. Coverage holds in the towns and on much of the Nile corridor, with gaps in the desert beyond.
Red Sea diving in Hurghada or Sharm
Use the data across the resort towns and the dive bookings. The eSIM runs beside your home SIM, so your usual number still rings.
How to install your eSIM before you fly
- Buy the plan. The eSIM arrives by email, usually within a minute. Install it at home on Wi-Fi with the one-tap link or the QR code in the email. 2 plans start counting at install or purchase, and the tables mark them. Install those close to your flight.
- Name the line Egypt and keep it off until you land. Do not delete it after setup, because an eSIM installs only once.
- On arrival, turn the line on, choose it for mobile data and turn on data roaming for it. Turn off data roaming on your home line.
Screen by screen steps for iPhone and Android are in our travel eSIM install guide.
Phones that work
Your phone must support eSIM and be unlocked. Check your model on our compatibility page.
Common questions
How much does an eSIM for Egypt cost?
Plans start at $3.99 for 1 GB over 14 days. A plan with at least 10 GB for 30 days starts at $12.99. Prices checked November 3, 2026.
Is there an unlimited data eSIM for Egypt?
Not right now. The largest plan for Egypt has 50 GB of data.
Is there a plan for Egypt only?
Yes. 9 plans cover Egypt only, from $3.99. 38 more cover it together with other countries.
Can one eSIM cover Egypt and nearby countries?
Yes. 26 plans cover both Egypt and Israel, from $3.99. 24 cover Egypt and Jordan. 26 cover Egypt and Saudi Arabia. The section above lists the regional plans.
When does the plan start counting days?
It depends on the plan. Of the 47 plans for Egypt, 45 start when you first use data and 2 start when you install the eSIM. The plan page shows the rule before you pay.
Does the eSIM come with a phone number?
No. These plans are data only, and your home number stays on your regular SIM.
Why is Uber useful in Egypt?
Cairo's street taxis are known for haggling and detours. Uber and Careem show a fixed fare with the route tracked, which is far less stressful. A travel eSIM has them working from arrival.
Will WhatsApp calls work?
Internet calling can be restricted on local Egyptian SIMs. A roaming travel eSIM routes data through a partner network abroad, so calling apps often work better. Results can vary.
Will it work on a Nile cruise?
Coverage holds in the towns and along much of the Nile corridor between Luxor and Aswan. The open desert beyond has gaps, so download offline maps first.