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Egypt eSIM — travel data from $1.99/GB
Egypt eSIM

Egypt eSIM — 30-day plans from $13

Instant eSIM data for Egypt. No roaming charges, no Egyptian SIM registration, no airport kiosk queues. Buy in the DataSIM app and land in Cairo, Hurghada, or Sharm already connected.

4G on top Egyptian networks
Cairo to Red Sea
Hotspot supported
Keep your WhatsApp number
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Egypt eSIM data plans

Prepaid data-only plans. No contracts, no hidden fees, top up anytime in the app.

DataValidityPrice (USD)
3 GB30 days$13.00
5 GB30 days$19.50
10 GBPopular30 days$30.00
20 GB30 days$49.50
50 GB30 days$109.00
100 GB30 days$199.00

All plans valid 30 days. Live prices in the DataSIM app.

Coverage in Egypt

High-quality local networks across the country's tourist routes.

4G

Fast LTE speeds in Cairo, Alexandria, and the Red Sea resorts

Nile to Red Sea

Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, Hurghada, Sharm El Sheikh, Marsa Alam

Auto

Connects automatically when you land — nothing to configure

Your DataSIM eSIM connects to leading Egyptian mobile networks with coverage in Cairo, Alexandria, Luxor and Aswan along the Nile, and the Red Sea resorts of Hurghada, Sharm El Sheikh, Dahab, and Marsa Alam. Hotspot and tethering are supported on all plans.

Get connected in 3 steps

From download to data in under five minutes.

1

Choose Egypt

Open the DataSIM app, pick Egypt, and select the plan that fits your trip.

2

Install your eSIM

Tap install — your eSIM sets up automatically while you're still on Wi-Fi at home.

3

Land connected

Your plan activates when you arrive in Egypt. Turn on data roaming and you're online.

Egypt eSIM — common questions

What travelers ask before flying to Cairo and the Red Sea.

How much does an Egypt eSIM cost?
DataSIM Egypt plans are all valid for 30 days: 3 GB for $13, 5 GB for $19.50, 10 GB for $30, 20 GB for $49.50, 50 GB for $109, and 100 GB for $199. No contracts or hidden fees, and you can top up anytime in the app.
Does the eSIM work in Cairo, Luxor, and the Red Sea resorts?
Yes — one eSIM covers all of Egypt, with strong 4G coverage in Cairo, Alexandria, Luxor, Aswan, Hurghada, Sharm El Sheikh, Dahab, and Marsa Alam. You won't need to switch plans between cities.
Do I need to register my passport to get an Egypt eSIM?
No. Unlike buying a local Egyptian SIM, a DataSIM travel eSIM requires no passport registration, no visit to a Vodafone or Orange shop, and no kiosk queues at the airport. Buy it in the app before you fly and install in minutes.
Do WhatsApp calls work in Egypt?
WhatsApp messaging works normally on your DataSIM eSIM. WhatsApp voice and video calls may be restricted on some Egyptian networks depending on current regulations — messaging, photos, and voice notes are unaffected, and you keep your existing number for regular calls.
Will the eSIM work on a Nile cruise between Luxor and Aswan?
Coverage is generally good along the Nile near major towns like Luxor, Edfu, Kom Ombo, and Aswan, where cruise ships dock. Signal can drop briefly between ports on stretches of open river — this is a limit of the cellular network itself, not the eSIM.
Does it work in the desert — at the Pyramids or Abu Simbel?
Yes at the Giza Pyramids and the major desert tourist sites, which all have cellular coverage. In very remote desert areas (deep Western Desert, far from any town), signal may be weak or absent on any carrier.
Can I use my eSIM as a hotspot in Egypt?
Yes, hotspot and tethering are supported on all DataSIM plans, so you can share your connection with a laptop or travel companions.
Does my phone support eSIM?
Most phones from 2019 onward do — including iPhone XS and later, Google Pixel 3 and later, and recent Samsung Galaxy models. Your phone must be carrier-unlocked.
When should I install my Egypt eSIM?
Install it before you travel, while you're on Wi-Fi. The plan only starts when the eSIM connects to a network in Egypt, so installing early costs nothing.
What happens when my data runs out?
Top up instantly in the DataSIM app — no need to install a new eSIM.

Get your Egypt eSIM now

Download DataSIM, pick your plan, and land in Egypt already connected.

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Last updated: June 12, 2026