eSIM for Egypt
Plans from $2.32 per day
Egypt
Egyptian plans use Orange Egypt and Vodafone Egypt. 5G deployment is still limited, so coverage is mostly solid 4G/LTE — reliable in Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, Hurghada, and Sharm el-Sheikh, and weaker in remote desert and Sinai backcountry.
An eSIM matters more here than in most places because free Wi-Fi is scarce and the local-SIM experience is rough: airport SIMs in Cairo and Hurghada are known for persistent activation issues and aggressive sales pressure, tied to passport registration and your trip dates. Landing with data ready keeps ride apps, Nile-cruise logistics, and translation working without the counter ordeal.
For desert excursions, dive trips, and Nile sailing, download offline maps and key documents in advance, and lean on the eSIM in towns and along the main tourist routes. Hotspot is supported for sharing with a tour group. Install ahead and activate on arrival.
When to activate
Activate anytimeInstall ahead, activate on arrival. Egyptian networks recognize foreign eSIMs immediately and 4G coverage is reliable in tourist regions.
Network partners
Orange Egypt
Vodafone Egypt
Connection details
Networks
Orange Egypt · Vodafone Egypt
Speed
4G / LTE
Hotspot
Allowed
From
$2.32/day
Country context
Currency
EGP
Emergency
122 (police) · 123 (ambulance)
Plug type
C / F
Time zone
EET (UTC+2)
Why eSIM here, not a local SIM
Egyptian SIMs sold at Cairo and Hurghada airports come with persistent activation issues and aggressive sales pressure — and require passport registration that ties the SIM to your trip dates.
Free Wi-Fi: Scarce. 5G deployment is limited so most coverage is solid 4G/LTE. Coverage is strong in Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, Hurghada, and Sharm el-Sheikh; weak in remote desert and Sinai backcountry.
From order to online in 4 steps
Step 1
Buy your plan
Pick a data plan that fits your trip, pay with card, Apple Pay, or Google Pay.
Common questions about Egypt
When does my plan's validity start in Egypt?
Validity starts when your eSIM first connects to a local Egypt network, that's usually as soon as you land and switch off airplane mode. Installing the eSIM at home days before your trip doesn't burn any days.
Can I use my phone as a Wi-Fi hotspot in Egypt?
Yes, all Esim70 plans support tethering by default with no separate daily cap. Your phone can share its data connection with a laptop, tablet, or travel companion's phone.
Will my home number still work in Egypt?
Yes, modern phones support dual-SIM. Your home SIM stays active for calls and SMS while the Esim70 eSIM handles data abroad. You can keep WhatsApp / iMessage tied to your home number too.
