Best eSIM for Africa & the Middle East: An Easy Choice for Travelers

When picturing Africa, an image that often comes to mind is vast plains with exotic wildlife roaming freely. But this is just one part of the amazing tapestry that makes up this continent. The 54 countries have different cultures, attractions, and experiences that make travelers want to return again and again. For those heading off to countries like Qatar and Saudi Arabia, images of impossibly tall buildings, supercars and sandy surroundings may come to mind. 

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GigSky offers one of the best eSIM for Africa plans and eSIM for Middle East plans! You can now easily download a data plan and install it on your device. This will ensure that you have data connectivity when you arrive at your destination. You don't need to struggle with a physical SIM card or buy a large pocket Wi-Fi anymore.

Choosing the Best eSIM for Africa & Middle East

First, it’s important to understand what plans are available to you!

Available eSIM Plans for Africa & the Middle East

At GigSky, we offer only eSIM plans, meaning you never have to worry about loading or losing a SIM card again! eSIM technology makes it simple and easy to roam the world without paying hefty roaming fees. 

Stay connected to the Internet and loved ones during your trip with an Africa eSIM data plan from GigSky. Our plans come in the following options: 

Africa eSIM Plans:

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Middle East eSIM Plans:

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Features of each eSIM data plan 

• Mobile data in 45 African and Middle Eastern countries
• Top-ups available
• No physical SIM card required
• Plans work immediately upon activation
• No EKYC check is required
• 24/7 live, customer support
• High-speed service

Benefits of Using a GigSky eSIM for African and Middle Eastern Countries

Using eSIM cards during your next trip offers many benefits. eSIM cards include: 

• No Roaming Fees You’ll only pay for the data you purchase with your plan or when you top-up along the way. 
• Carrier Flexibility Choose the plan you need and seamlessly switch between plans during your travels.
• Local Connections Using local networks means you get the best, most reliable service during your trip!
• 24/7 Live Support If you need help, we’re here to support you. Access to our live support team comes with every plan. 
• In-App Calling Make and receive calls on your mobile phone through apps like WhatsApp, Messenger and more.
• Worldwide Coverage We offer plans in over 200 countries.

What are the Best eSIM Plans to Choose for Travel in Africa or the Middle East? 

If you’re planning a trip to Africa or the Middle East, you’re going to want and need data. Not just because you’ll want to keep loved ones back home up-to-date, but also because you’ll need to access navigation apps and restaurant menus! 

Before you decide, consider the following points before choosing the best eSIM for your travels.      

Estimating Data Consumption: Understanding Data Usage for Common Activities 

When choosing an eSIM data plan for countries like South Africa, Tanzania, Egypt or Bahrain there are important factors to think about. Below is a quick guide to understanding what kind of activities use data. 

• Daily usage - activities like online research and booking
• Streaming - watching videos on social media or an entertainment platform 
• Navigation and maps
• Social media and sharing - interacting on apps like Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram, Pinterest and more 
• Email and messaging 
• Other activities - video calls or conferencing, cloud storage and backing up files 

When preparing for your trip, think about how you plan to use your device and why. There may be activities that can wait until you return home – saving you data! Visit this article on our blog that explains greater detail about data consumption.

Factors to Consider Before Choosing

The best eSIM plan for you will depend on where you're going, how long you'll be there, and your data needs. Examine various eSIM plans to find one that balances cost and coverage, saving those extra bucks for your travels. Check out this blog post to better understand some of these considerations. 

Traditional carriers or SIM cards may boast “unlimited data” through their unlimited plans but many of these carriers throttle usage speeds after a certain amount of data is consumed. 

Tailoring Your Plan to Planned Activities in Africa & the Middle East

Before you purchase an eSIM Africa or eSIM Middle East data plan, take a few minutes to consider how you plan to use your data while you’re away. A data-only eSIM means you won’t be making voice calls or receiving a local phone number, for example. But it does mean you can post, like and share content on your favorite apps. 

Data Usage for Common Activities

Below are our plan recommendations for a two-week trip, based on daily activity and projected usage: 

• 1GB Plans - 1 to 2 hours of Internet usage, no streaming 
• 3GB Plans - 1 to 2 hours of Internet usage, up to 10 minutes of streaming
• 5GB Plans - 2 to 3 hours of Internet usage, up to 15 minutes of streaming
• 10GB Plans - 3 to 4 hours of Internet usage, up to 30 minutes of streaming

Tips for Optimizing Data Usage During Travel

Even though you may have an eSIM during your safari or ascent of Kilimanjaro, it's still a good idea to conserve your mobile data. This blog post will help you optimize your data usage.

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Now All That’s Left To Do…Choose!

There’s really only one choice when looking for the best Africa eSIM: GigSky. And the same goes when picking the best Middle Ease eSIM! Avoid roaming charges and reap the benefits that unlimited plans purport, all while enjoying the many adventures that Africa and the Middle East offers. Stay connected during your trip with GigSky esim plans. 

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We have a special offer: eSIM users on GigSky can get 100MB of FREE data just for signing up!