Why eSIM for UAE Travelers?
UAE operators Etisalat (e&) and du charge AED 10–25 per day for international data roaming — or AED 99–149 for weekly packs. An eSIM from providers like Airalo or Holafly costs $7–30 for the same or more data, with no daily surprise charges.
remit.ae helps UAE residents with both sides of the travel equation: sending money home affordably and staying connected when you visit home. Same user, same need to save on fees.
eSIM Guides by Destination
India eSIM
From $9Jio · Airtel
UAE residents visiting family or traveling to Mumbai, Delhi, Bangalore, Chennai, or rural India. Jio network gives widest rural coverage.
Pakistan eSIM
From $7Jazz · Telenor · Zong
Pakistani expats in UAE visiting Karachi, Lahore, or Islamabad. Jazz network gives the best coverage across Punjab, Sindh, and KPK.
Philippines eSIM
From $10Globe · Smart
OFWs going home to Manila, Cebu, Davao, or provincial barangays. Globe Telecom has the widest coverage across the archipelago.
How eSIM Works
1. Purchase online — Buy a data plan from Airalo, Holafly, or Yesim. Get a QR code instantly by email.
2. Install before flying — Scan the QR code in your phone Settings while on UAE Wi-Fi. No physical SIM needed.
3. Activate on landing — Enable the eSIM when you land. It connects to local networks automatically. Your UAE SIM stays active for calls.
Works on — iPhone XS (2018) and later, most Android flagships from 2020+, Google Pixel 3+, Samsung Galaxy S20+.
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