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Egypt eSIM

Stay online in Egypt with a Globbi travel eSIM. Choose from 33 data plans, from 1 GB up to unlimited data, on 5G/4G networks. Your QR code arrives instantly, you keep your home SIM for calls and texts, and there are no roaming fees.

Popular Egypt eSIM plans

DataValidityPrice
1 GB3 days$2.59
3 GB30 days$6.89
5 GB30 days$10.79
7 GB15 days$13.69
7.29 GB15 days$14.49
10 GB30 days$19.79
20 GB30 days$34.59
50 GB30 days$75.29
100 GB30 days$136.69
Unlimited (1 GB/day at full speed)30 days$56.39

See all 33 plans

Why get a Egypt eSIM from Globbi?

5G/4G in Egypt

Fast data on Egypt's local networks, from the moment you land.

Instant QR code

Delivered the second you pay, with one-tap install on iPhone.

Hotspot on every plan

Share your data with your laptop or travel buddies.

Keep your number

Data only. Your home SIM stays on for calls and texts.

33 plans from $2.59 to $136.69 · Egypt on 5G/4G · top up anytime

Staying online in Egypt

The pyramids of Giza, Nile cruises and Red Sea diving: an Egypt eSIM keeps maps, Uber and bookings working from Cairo to Luxor and Hurghada.

Mobile coverage

Cairo, Luxor, Aswan and the Red Sea resorts have good coverage. Signal can be weak in the Western Desert and on parts of the Nile.

Main networks:VodafoneOrangee& (Etisalat)WE

Your Globbi eSIM connects to a partner network in Egypt. Coverage depends on location, like any mobile network.

Good to know in Egypt

  • Uber and Careem are the easiest way to get around Cairo.
  • Keep small cash for tips and markets, as many places don’t take cards.
  • Download offline maps before Nile cruises or desert trips.

How to get online in Egypt

1. Pick a plan

Choose your data and how long you need it. Checkout takes a minute.

2. Install on Wi-Fi

Scan the QR code before you fly. Here's our step-by-step install guide.

3. Land and connect

Turn on data roaming for the eSIM when you arrive, and you're online.

Do I need a visa for Egypt?

Entry rules for common passports, checked by the Globbi team on 6 October 2026. Rules change, so always confirm with the Egypt e-Visa portal (official) before you travel. Other passports? Try our visa checker.

PassportEntryMax stay
United KingdomVisa on arrival30 days
United StatesVisa on arrival30 days
CanadaVisa on arrival30 days
AustraliaVisa on arrival30 days
New ZealandVisa on arrival30 days
IrelandVisa on arrival30 days
GermanyVisa on arrival30 days
FranceVisa on arrival30 days
IndiaVisa needed
You can get a visa on arrival if you hold a valid, used US, UK or Schengen visa.
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  • The single-entry tourist visa costs USD 25, either online in advance (e-Visa) or at the bank counter in the airport before immigration.

Egypt eSIM FAQs

How much does a Egypt eSIM cost?

Globbi Egypt eSIM plans start from $2.59. Prices depend on how much data you need and for how long. There are 33 plans to choose from, and no hidden fees or roaming charges.

Do I need a visa for Egypt?

United Kingdom, United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Ireland, Germany and France passport holders can get a visa on arrival. India passport holders need a visa before they travel. Rules change, so always confirm with the Egypt e-Visa portal (official) before you travel. Last checked by Globbi on 6 October 2026.

When does my Egypt eSIM plan start?

Your plan starts when the eSIM first connects to a supported network in Egypt, so you can install it before you travel.

Can I use hotspot with the Egypt eSIM?

Yes. Hotspot/tethering is allowed on all Egypt plans, so you can share data with your laptop or travel companions.

Is the unlimited Egypt eSIM really unlimited?

Yes, there's no data cap. Each unlimited plan includes a daily amount of full-speed data (for example 1 GB or 2 GB a day). After that, speeds are reduced until the next day.

Do I get a phone number with the Egypt eSIM?

No. Globbi eSIMs are data-only. Keep your regular SIM on for calls and texts, or use WhatsApp, iMessage and FaceTime over data.

Will my phone work with a Egypt eSIM?

Most unlocked phones from 2019 onwards support eSIM, including iPhone XR and newer, Samsung Galaxy S20 and newer, and Google Pixel 3 and newer. Dial *#06#: if you see an EID, your phone supports eSIM.

Does an Egypt eSIM work on a Nile cruise?

For much of the river, yes, with some weak spots between towns.

Will it work at the pyramids?

Yes. Giza and the Grand Egyptian Museum area have good coverage.