Egypt eSIM
- Orange Egypt 5G
- Etisalat Egypt 5G
Full speed
Fixed GB · no throttle
Egypt · 3.0GB
$10.09$9.17From the road
What travellers say about Egypt
4.8 from 12,000+ travellers
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“Installed on airport Wi-Fi before passport control. Maps were up before I left the terminal in Egypt.”
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“Kept my home number for bank codes. The Egypt eSIM handled data — setup took about a minute.”
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“Stable on the local networks listed on the plan. Would use it again next time I fly into Egypt.”
Refund policy
Full refund within 30 days if unused — and if it does not work at your destination.
More about refundsActivation window
Validity starts on first use. Install over Wi-Fi before you fly.
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Customer support
Reach us before or during your trip if you need help connecting.
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How eSIM works in Egypt
Install over Wi-Fi before departure. Switch the data line on when you land. Validity starts on first use.
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Buy a plan
Pick a destination, data allowance and validity period for Egypt.
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Install your eSIM
Scan the QR from the email — on Wi-Fi, before you fly. No physical SIM.
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Land and connect
Data activates on first connection in Egypt. Keep your home number.
Size it to your trip
Pick the profile closest to your Egypt trip. The estimate assumes normal use — maps, messaging, photos, a short call home.
In total, a 3 GB data allowance covers roughly 1,005 shared photos, 50 hours of social media and browsing, 9 hours of video calls, 38 hours of music streaming, or about 600 hours of maps and navigation. Messaging apps barely use data.
- City break3–4 days, one city1–3 GB
- Maps every day
- Messaging and photos
- A short call home most days
- One-week trip7 days, one or two countries3–5 GB
- Maps and transit
- Social and messaging
- Some hotel Wi-Fi offload
- Multi-country tour14 days, several borders8–12 GB
- Navigation across borders
- Photos and maps
- Occasional hotspot
- Working on the roadTwo weeks or longer, meetings on data15 GB+
- About 1 GB a day
- Calls and video
- Laptop tethering when allowed
Egypt eSIM prices at a glance
Every Plota plan for Egypt, sorted by price. All plans include 5G where available, hotspot sharing, and instant QR delivery.
Egypt eSIM coverage & networks
Plota eSIM plans for Egypt use reliable African mobile networks for 4G LTE and 5G where available. Coverage is built for travelers moving between Cairo and the rest of Egypt. Enjoy stable connectivity for maps, messaging, and streaming without expensive roaming.
- Orange
- Etisalat
- Vodafone
Egypt eSIM — questions, answered
An eSIM is a digital SIM in your phone. Buy a Egypt plan on Plota, scan the QR we email you, and a data line installs next to your home SIM. Use Plota for data in Egypt while your regular number stays for calls, texts, WhatsApp, and iMessage.
Egypt eSIM guide — plans, setup & tips
Cairo, Luxor, and Red Sea resorts — Egypt itineraries jump between cities fast. An Egypt eSIM keeps Uber and translation tools online without roaming bills.
Planning a trip to Egypt? A travel eSIM is the fastest way to get mobile data abroad. Unlike traditional roaming from your home carrier, a Plota eSIM gives you a local data connection at a fraction of the cost — with no physical SIM card to buy at the airport.
With Plota, you choose a prepaid data package for Egypt, receive a QR code instantly, and install the eSIM on your phone in under two minutes. Keep your existing number on your physical SIM for calls and SMS while the eSIM handles data — ideal for tourists, business travelers, and digital nomads.
We currently offer 13 eSIM plans for Egypt starting at $2.54. Packages vary by data allowance and validity — from short city breaks to extended stays. All plans include instant digital delivery and transparent pricing with no hidden fees.
Plota is a trusted Holafly, Airalo, and Saily alternative for travelers who want affordable, reliable data in Egypt. Compare plans above, pick the package that fits your trip, and connect within minutes of landing.
Whether you're exploring Cairo or heading further afield, a Plota eSIM keeps you connected throughout Egypt on african networks.
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