“Bought the 500gb unlimited 1 day plan of USD 10 for Qatar. It's being marketed that plan is not throttled. But in reality it's throttled at 10mbps. Shame shame.”

siddy

Jul 2, 2025

esimzon Qatar

“The esim worked well for me in Qatar. I was connected to the internet from when the airplane landed at the airport.

They have the most affordable prices for all their tiers (1/3/5/10/15 GB) on esimdb.

The team is friendly and I recommend them.

You just have to scan the QR code before flying and don't forget to enable data roaming.”

Alex

Feb 12, 2025

Always Mobile Qatar

“Thanks”

Saad Alshamari

Dec 24, 2024

Airhub Qatar

“The esim did not even install, and when I tried asking for a refund the provider did not agree. Worst esim provider. I do not recommend.
It was not a device issue as I have used multiple esims on the same device before.”

Rayan

Nov 7, 2024

Qatar Travel eSIM FAQ

Everything you need to know about using eSIMs in Qatar

How many travel eSIM brands (providers) are available for use in Qatar, and how many prepaid data plans are there?

There are around 170 travel eSIM providers available for use in Qatar, offering more than 7800 prepaid data plans. The extensive selection makes it easy for travelers to find an eSIM that fits their needs.

Are there any unlimited data eSIM plans available for Qatar?

Yes, several eSIM providers offer unlimited‑data plans for travel in Qatar. The available options include Yesim, Roamify, Truely, MicroEsim, EtravelSIM and Ohayu. All of these plans are advertised as unlimited, although most of them note that speed may be throttled after a certain usage threshold, and Ohayu specifically limits speed to 1 Mbps. The plans cover validity periods ranging from one to eighty days and are delivered over 5G networks. Prices for unlimited plans vary across providers, with the lowest starting just under five dollars and the highest exceeding two hundred dollars; overall, the price range for these unlimited options falls roughly between $4.57 and $257.75 USD.

What are the major mobile networks available for a travel eSIM in Qatar?

In Qatar, two major Mobile Network Operators (MNOs) provide mobile services:

Ooredoo Qatar: Established in 1987, Ooredoo is a leading telecommunications company offering a wide range of mobile services, including voice and data, with extensive 4G and 5G network coverage.
Vodafone Qatar: Since its inception in 2009, Vodafone Qatar has been a significant player in the country's telecommunication sector, providing comprehensive mobile services with robust 4G and expanding 5G network coverage.

Currently, Qatar does not have Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNOs). Therefore, all mobile services are provided directly by these two MNOs.

Can I get a travel eSIM with a phone number and SMS for Qatar?

Travel eSIM plans that include a phone number and SMS capability are available for Qatar. The providers that currently offer such plans are GlobaleSIM, ESIM.DOG, JamboSim, Roamify, Airhub, and eSIMX. These plans are priced from as low as $5.00 for a 1 GB data bundle valid for seven days, up to roughly $60.00 for larger data volumes and longer periods, with validity ranging from one day to thirty days in most cases.

All of the listed plans include both inbound and outbound voice services, and most include inbound and outbound SMS. The phone number is typically provided in a foreign dialing code, mostly +1 (used by GlobaleSIM, ESIM.DOG, JamboSim, and Roamify), which means the numbers are not local Qatar numbers. Only Airhub offers a local Qatar number with the dialing code +974, while eSIMX uses +376. Despite the foreign numbers, travelers can still receive and make calls and send text messages directly through the eSIM once it is activated in Qatar.

Summarized by AI, Last updated: Jul 9, 2026