Egypt eSIM: mobile data for the Pyramids, the Nile and the Red Sea
An Egypt trip often packs a lot in: the Pyramids and the museums in Cairo, a Nile cruise between Luxor and Aswan, then a few days by the Red Sea. Having your own data the whole way makes it far easier to book rides, check timings and share the moments with home.
Our Egypt eSIM plans start from $3.37. They are prepaid and data-only, with no auto-renewal, and you can install them before you leave so you land ready.
Popular plans
| Data | Validity | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 GB | 7 days | $3.37 | Choose |
| 3 GB | 30 days | $10.65 | Choose |
| 5 GB | 30 days | $12.46 | Choose |
| 10 GB | 30 days | $27.65 | Choose |
| 20 GB | 30 days | $47.60 | Choose |
eSIM vs roaming vs a local SIM in Egypt
- Roaming: nothing to set up, but carrier roaming passes are often expensive over a week or two.
- Airport or shop SIM: usually needs your passport and some waiting, and you remove your home SIM to use it.
- Travel eSIM: bought online, installed at home, and your home SIM stays where it is. You land and switch on data.
Getting connected in 3 steps
Buy an Egypt plan on yrh.ai, paying by card or PayPal. Install using the QR code we email you within minutes; do this on Wi-Fi before your flight. Activate on arrival in Cairo, Hurghada or Sharm El Sheikh by choosing the eSIM as your data line and turning on data roaming for it.
Keep your own number for WhatsApp and texts
Dual SIM means your regular number stays reachable for SMS, bank verification codes and anything urgent from home. WhatsApp keeps working on your usual number, which is handy because many guides, drivers and hotels in Egypt communicate through it. Just leave mobile data off on your home SIM.
Cairo, the Nile and the Red Sea
In Cairo, data is your best friend for ride apps in heavy traffic and finding your way between Giza, the city centre and Khan el-Khalili. On a Nile cruise, onboard Wi-Fi is often limited, so your own data helps when the boat docks in Luxor, Edfu or Aswan, though signal in quieter stretches of the river can vary. In Hurghada and Sharm El Sheikh, you can share snorkelling and diving photos from the beach instead of waiting for hotel Wi-Fi.
Short trip or long stay?
A long weekend in Cairo or a beach week needs only a small plan for maps, messaging and photos. A full tour combining Cairo, the Nile and the Red Sea suits a mid-size plan. If you are visiting family for weeks, working online or sharing with others via hotspot, go for a larger GB plan with longer validity.
Questions before you buy? A real person answers on WhatsApp in English, French or Arabic: +34 642 377 474. Works or your money back.
Frequently asked questions
Does the Egypt eSIM include a phone number or regular calls?
No. It is a data-only eSIM, so there is no local number and no standard calls or SMS. Keep your own SIM for texts and use WhatsApp for calls over the eSIM data.
Can I share the data with a hotspot?
Yes. Hotspot (tethering) is allowed on every plan, so you can share your data with a laptop, tablet or a family member's phone.
Will it work on my phone?
Your phone must support eSIM and be carrier-unlocked. If you are unsure, message us on WhatsApp before you buy.
When does the validity period start?
It depends on the plan. The exact activation rule and number of days are shown on each plan page, so check there before you buy.
What if it does not work?
Works or your money back: if the eSIM does not connect and our support team cannot fix it, you get a full refund. You also get a full refund if you have not installed it within 30 days.