Egypt eSIM plans
Instant deliveryYour eSIM for Egypt is available from €3.29 and active straight away: in Egypt it connects to the Vodafone Egypt, Orange Egypt, e& Egypt (Etisalat), WE (Telecom Egypt) networks (4G/LTE, 5G where available), coverage 88. Install it by QR code before you leave — no roaming and no SIM swap.
- Instant email delivery
- 30-day returns
- Support in French
- Visa · Mastercard · Apple Pay · Google Pay · PayPal
eSIM for Egypt — at a glance
- From
- €3.29
- Local networks
- Vodafone Egypt, Orange Egypt, e& Egypt (Etisalat), WE (Telecom Egypt)
- Technology
- 4G/LTE
- Network coverage
- 88
- Activation
- QR code — install before you leave
- Recommended data
- 1–3 GB light use · 5 GB with social media · 10 GB+ streaming
All eSIM plans for Egypt
| Data | Validity | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Unlimited | 1 day | €3.29 |
| Unlimited | 3 days | €8.99 |
| Unlimited | 5 days | €14.49 |
| Unlimited | 7 days | €19.99 |
| Unlimited | 10 days | €28.49 |
| Unlimited | 15 days | €40.99 |
| Unlimited | 30 days | €76.99 |
| 1 GB | 7 days | €3.99 |
| 2 GB | 15 days | €6.99 |
| 3 GB | 30 days | €10.49 |
| 5 GB | 30 days | €16.49 |
| 10 GB | 30 days | €26.99 |
| 20 GB | 30 days | €40.99 |
| 50 GB | 30 days | €67.99 |
From the pyramids of Giza to the temples of Luxor, by way of the turquoise Red Sea waters at Hurghada, Egypt is a destination that demands you be fully connected. Whether you are finding your way through the maze-like lanes of the Khan el-Khalili souk, coordinating a felucca trip on the Nile or looking for your hotel in Alexandria, a reliable connection changes everything. With an eSIM activated before you even leave Paris, you skip the queues at local operators' counters and enjoy the 4G network as soon as you step off the plane in Cairo. Simple, fast, and no physical SIM card to lose in the sand.
Flight time from Paris
About 4h30 to 5h (direct flight to Cairo)
Time difference with Paris
+1h (UTC+2 in winter, UTC+3 in summer)
Best time to visit
October to April (moderate heat, ideal for archaeological sites)
Power socket type
Types C and F — no adapter needed for French devices
Why is an eSIM essential in Egypt?
Egypt has a few particularities that make mobile connectivity both essential and sometimes tricky. Local SIM cards can indeed be bought in the big cities, but the registration procedures required by the Egyptian authorities (ID, forms, waiting in shops) can quickly eat into your precious sightseeing time. With a Simpartout eSIM, everything is sorted from France, before you leave. On the ground, 4G coverage reaches 88% of the territory, supported by strong operators such as Vodafone Egypt and Orange Egypt. The main tourist areas (Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, Hurghada, Sharm el-Sheikh) are very well covered. A stable connection lets you check offline maps, contact your local guide, use real-time translation apps in the markets, or share your photos of the sunset over the pyramids without waiting to get back to the hotel.
Network coverage in Egypt
Operator
Vodafone Egypt
+ Orange Egypt
Technology
4G/LTE
Coverage
88
How to install your Egypt eSIM
- 1
Buy your plan
Select the data plan matching your stay in Egypt, then pay.
- 2
Scan the QR code
Aim your phone's camera at the QR code in the email we sent you.
- 3
Install the eSIM
Follow the instructions to install the eSIM. We recommend doing this before you leave.
- 4
Connect when you arrive
Upon reaching Egypt, enable roaming on the eSIM data line to get online.
- 1
Buy your plan
Select the data plan matching your stay in Egypt, then pay.
- 2
Scan the QR code
Aim your phone's camera at the QR code in the email we sent you.
- 3
Install the eSIM
Follow the instructions to install the eSIM. We recommend doing this before you leave.
- 4
Connect when you arrive
Upon reaching Egypt, enable roaming on the eSIM data line to get online.
Recommended for you
Short trip
For a trip of 3 to 7 days, go for an unlimited plan.
Business trip
Video calls and emails: choose a high-speed plan.
Long stay
For a month or more, our high-capacity plans offer the best value for money.
Families
Several devices to connect? Pick a plan that allows hotspot sharing and comes with plenty of data.
eSIM, local SIM or Wi-Fi hotspot: which suits Egypt best?
| eSIM | Local SIM card | Wi-Fi hotspot | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Activation | Instant (QR code) | Bought on arrival | Pick-up/delivery |
| Installation | 2 minutes | SIM swap | Extra device |
| Price | From €3.29 | €5–30 | €5–15/day |
| Network | Local 4G/LTE | Local 4G/LTE | Local 4G/LTE |
| Devices | 1 smartphone | 1 smartphone | Up to 5 devices |
| Flexibility | Top up at any time | Fixed data | Daily rental |
| Recommendation | Ideal for travellers | For long stays | For groups/families |