“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 approximately 120 travel eSIM providers and roughly 4, 500 prepaid data plans available for use in Qatar, with a wide variety of options making it easy for travelers to find an eSIM that suits their needs.

Are there any unlimited data eSIM plans available for Qatar?

Unlimited data eSIM plans are available for Qatar from several providers. Providers such as Roamify, Yoho Mobile, Yesim, abesteSIM, Truely, MicroEsim and Airalo all offer unlimited data for durations ranging from one to thirty days. Most of these plans state that tethering is allowed and that speeds may be throttled, with Yoho Mobile also specifying a 5Mbps speed limit. The price of an unlimited plan can vary widely, from as low as $4.50 to as high as $234.31 USD, giving travellers a range of budget options to choose from.

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 for Qatar are available from a few operators. Providers such as GlobaleSIM, Roamify, and LinkeSIM offer data packages ranging from 1GB to 20GB with validity periods from 7 days to 365 days and prices that start around $5.00 USD and can go up to $105.00 USD. The phone numbers supplied by these plans use foreign dialing codes – either the U.S. code +1 or the French code +33 – and do not provide a local Qatar number (+974). GlobaleSIM plans allow inbound calls and messages, but SMS forwarding is usually inbound only; Roamify offers plans with full inbound and outbound voice and SMS, and LinkeSIM provides complete inbound and outbound SMS support. Travelers can use these foreign numbers for local calls and texts on the Qatar network, or rely on data‑only devices with VoIP applications if a local number is preferred.

Summarized by AI, Last updated: Mar 1, 2026