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Egypt: 4 Best Prepaid SIM Cards Buying Guide (2023)

Egypt – known for its pyramids, the Nile River & the Suez Canal.

The country has a rich history, which can still be experienced to this day.

From camel riding through the Sahara desert to seeing a pyramid from the inside.

From fantastic beaches to temples- Egypt has it all.

Basically, it should be almost illegal to be bored when in Egypt.

What also should be illegal are the high roaming rates mobile operators charge you for international roaming.

International roaming can be expensive, which is why you should get and use a local SIM card to enjoy local rates.

They almost always beat international roaming rates.

Fortunately, SIM cards are inexpensive in Egypt.

You can get an Egyptian SIM card for 25 EGP (80 USD) to 84 EGP (2.70 USD) in Vodafone, Orange, Etisalat & WE by Telecom Egypt stores. Tourist SIM cards from 150 EGP (4.85 USD) to 780 EGP (25.25 USD) are sold too. SIM cards are also available at select International airports, including Cairo Airport.

Those prices are not too bad – if we exclude the tourist SIM cards.

But those tourist SIM cards include generous allowances and can be useful to some travelers.

But there are a lot of options in this country, so…

In this guide, I will tell you everything you need to know about buying a SIM card in Egypt. Let's do this.

Original publication: 26th of December 2019. Last updated: 25th of September 2023.


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Can You Buy a SIM Card in Egypt?

Anyone 18 years old or older living in or visiting Egypt can buy an Egyptian SIM card from the mobile network operators (Vodafone, Orange (formerly Mobinil), Etisalat & WE by Telecom Egypt) with no restrictions.

You do have to comply with the SIM card registration regulations.

Moreover, you need a phone that supports the frequencies used in the country (preferably all of them to have the most optimal experience while in Egypt).

Furthermore, you need to have a SIM-lock-free device.

Where Can You Buy a SIM Card in Egypt?

You can get an Egyptian SIM card in Vodafone, Orange, Etisalat & WE/Telecom Egypt stores. Select international airports, including Cairo International Airport, sell SIM cards too.

You can buy a SIM card in the following international airports:

  • Cairo – Cairo International Airport/مطار القاهرة الدولي
  • Hurghada – Hurghada International Airport/مطار الغردقة الدولي
  • Marsa Alam – Marsa Alam International Airport/مطار مرسى علم الدولي
  • Sharm El Sheikh – Sharm El Sheikh International Airport/مطار شرم الشيخ الدولي

You can expect to pay the following for Egyptian SIM cards:

  • Vodafone Egypt/Misr: 25 EGP
  • Orange Egypt/Misr (formerly Mobinil): 84 EGP
  • Etisalat Egypt/Misr: 30 EGP
  • WE by Telecom Egypt: 81.23 EGP

The following mobile operators also have SIM cards targetting tourists:

  • Vodafone Egypt/Misr: between 255 EGP and 780 EGP (seven options)
  • Orange Egypt/Misr (formerly Mobinil): 150 EGP (Cairo Airport only), 200 EGP (Holidays) & 500 EGP (Holidays Super)
  • Etisalat Egypt/Misr: between 185.13 EGP and 627.13 EGP (seven options)

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Can You Use Your Phone in Egypt?

Egypt uses GSM technology for mobile communications. CDMA phones will not work in Egypt. If your phone has a SIM card slot, then it supports GSMA (99% of the phones do support GSM nowadays).

Traditional European frequencies are used in Egypt, which are mostly used in ITU Regions 1 and 3 (Africa, Asia (including the Middle East), Europe & Oceania).

The Americas (North-, Central– & South America + the Caribbean – ITU Region 2) use American Frequencies, which differ from the European ones.

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If you bought your phone in Africa, Asia, Europe, or Oceania (ITU Regions 1 and 3), you should not experience any issues with using your phone in Egypt.

If you purchased your phone in the Americas (ITU Region 2) and have a low/medium-end device (without Tri-Band or Quad-Band) support, then there is a possibility you cannot use your phone when in Egypt or can only use slower networks (3G or 2G).

If you have a medium/high-end device with Tri-Band or Quad-Band support, you can use your phone in Egypt (to some extent) – also on 4G/LTE.

Mobile Operators, Networks & Frequencies in Egypt

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Egypt has four mobile network operators offering prepaid services easily accessible to travelers:

  • Vodafone Egypt/Misr (ڤودافون مَصر)
  • Orange Egypt/Misr (اورنچ مصر – formerly Mobinil/موبينيل‎)
  • Etisalat Egypt/Misr (اتصالات مصر)
  • WE by Telecom Egypt (المصرية للاتصالات)

The following frequencies are used in Egypt:

  • 2G: 900 MHz
  • 3G: 900 MHz & 2100 MHz
  • 4G/LTE: 1800 MHz (Band 3)

You can learn more about frequencies in the video below.

To check whether your phone will work in Egypt, check out this page by Kimovil or this one by Will My Phone Work (outdated, unfortunately, but extremely user-friendly – useful for phones launched in or before 2019. It does not check for 5G NR compatibility).

Again, make sure your phone is unlocked. Otherwise, you will not be able to use any SIM card except the one from your home operator (meaning you have to roam internationally or buy another unlocked phone that does support the frequencies listed above).

If you want to learn how international roaming works, this guide explains it in-depth. If you wonder why it is often so expensive to roam, this article explains the hidden reason they do not want you to know.

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5G NR in Egypt

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5G NR is not available in Egypt as of 2022, and the Egyptian government has not made any indications of when it will auction 5G licenses.

However, Vodafone Egypt/Misr has asked the regulator, the National Telecom Regulatory Authority (NTRA), to start 5G NR trials as soon as possible.

Best SIM Card in Egypt

If you want to buy the best SIM card in Egypt, I recommend going with Vodafone or Orange (formerly Mobinil). Vodafone is the best but the most expensive. Orange is the fastest and cheaper than Vodafone. Consider Etisalat if you prefer to create your own plan with Demagh Tanya, but know its reception is weak.

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Best eSIM in Egypt

Unfortunately, none of the mobile operators offer eSIM to prepaid customers in Egypt (yet).

Luckily, mobile data rates are low in Egypt (will be discussed later), so a travel eSIM may not be needed.

Note that the Egyptian mobile operators require your identification (passport) for eSIMs and physical SIM cards (will be discussed later).

However, you can also get a travel eSIM from various eSIM providers.

The list below is not exhaustive – many more providers have eSIMs for Egypt.

But these are the ones I have tried and had pleasant experiences with.

Moreover, they are reasonably priced, which I find very important (you will not see me recommending an eSIM I would not buy myself).

So here are the three best eSIMs for Egypt:

Because this is the SIM card buying guide for Egypt, I will not spend too much time about travel eSIMs here and throughout this guide (but I will still do here and there).

If you want to learn more about the best eSIMs for Egypt, you better check out my Egypt eSIM buying guide.

It is as helpful and comprehensive as this guide but about eSIMs instead 😜.

Buying an eSIM for Egypt Guide (Airalo, Holafly, Simcorner & Giza)

SIM Card Registration in Egypt

SIM card registration, with the use of your passport information, is mandatory in Egypt. This will be done at the point of purchase.

  • Find out which countries have SIM card registration regulations and what is required from you (lookup tool)
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You will also be asked for an Egyptian address.

This can just be the place you stay for your trip – you do not have to legally live there.

Internet Censorship in Egypt

There is internet censorship in Egypt. The government censors various things, such as LGBTQ content, pornography, political criticism & escort services.

Unlike some other countries in the region, internet censorship is prevasive in Egypt.

That is why I would recommend using a VPN to browse the web in peace. I use both NordVPN and Surfshark.

NordVPN has the most servers of any VPN service out there, which I love.

Surfshark is insanely cheap for the price they charge.

Depending on where I am, I will either use NordVPN or Surfshark.

Neither VPNs have servers in Egypt (obviously), which makes sense, but connecting to nearby countries will still result in fast browsing speeds.

You can get amazing discounts for both NordVPN and Surfshark when using these links. Stay safe, secure, and private in Egypt!

(oh, by the way – VPNs are not illegal in Egypt, but the authorities may not like it. But what are they going to do? You will be private anyway 😉 just do not do anything silly like insulting government officials).

Recharge Tax in Egypt

A hefty 30% (!) tax is withdrawn automatically from each recharge, leaving you with only 0.70 EGP per 1 EGP top-up.

The tax used to be a bit lower until the end of 2017. Since then, the tax rate has been 30%.

Below is an overview of what you will have left with select recharge amounts:

Top-UpBalance
5 EGP3.50 EGP
10 EGP7 EGP
15 EGP10.50 EGP
25 EGP17.50 EGP
30 EGP21 EGP
40 EGP28 EGP
50 EGP35 EGP
60 EGP42 EGP
75 EGP52.50 EGP
100 EGP70 EGP
150 EGP105 EGP

Stamp Tax in Egypt

As part of the Stamp Tax Law, anyone using an Egyptian SIM card pays an 8 EGP (0.50 USD) tax annually. Prepaid customers will pay 0.67 EGP/month (8.04 EGP/month) to fulfill this requirement (collected by the mobile operators).

The tax used to be 6.10 EGP/month from 2012 until June 2020.

Why do you have to pay this tax? No idea. But it is what it is 🤷🏿‍♂️.

VoIP Ban in Egypt

VoIP services have mostly been banned in Egypt.

Examples of VoIP services are WhatsApp calls, Facebook Messenger calls & Snapchat calls.

Apparently, an article (Article 72) of the Telecommunications Law prohibits the […] by-passing [of] international telephone calls by any means whatsoever – similar to the United Arab Emirates.

You should use a reliable VPN to bypass the VoIP ban and to avoid excessive international call rates.

Egypt Mobile Speeds, Mobile Internet Prices & Insights

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Countries in Northern Africa have crazy low mobile data rates.

That is because the mobile operators are generous with data allowances or due to currency conversion (cheap for travelers but normal/expensive for locals).

For Egypt, it is a combination of both.

The average price for 1 GB of data in Egypt is 1.04 USD, far below the African average of 5.80 USD and below the Middle Eastern average of 3.94. The world average is 4.07 USD.

When looking at just Northern Africa, the average cost of data is 1.53 USD.

If we excluded Mauritania, the average would be 0.86 USD – one of the lowest in the world.

Okay, costs are low in Egypt, but is mobile internet fast?

No, but it is not crazily slow either.

Egypt's mean mobile download speed is around 18 Mbps.

Compared to a year ago, speeds have slightly increased, but the line has stayed relatively flat.

Okay, so which mobile operator is the fastest in Egypt?

That would be Orange Egypt/Misr (formerly Mobinil), with a mean download speed of 23.36 Mbps. Followed by Etisalat Egypt/Misr (21.13 Mbps) and Vodafone Egypt/Misr (20.62 Mbps) & WE by Telecom Egypt (20.61 Mbps).

The fastest mobile download speed can be found in New Cairo City, with a mean download speed of 31.04 Mbps.

Giza and Cairo have to deal with mean download speeds of around 20 Mbps (20.77 Mbps and 19.86, respectively).

Overall, the best mobile operators are Vodafone Egypt/Misr and WE by Telecom Egypt.

But you can ignore that WE by Telecom Egypt has the fastest speeds – Opensignal always reports slower speeds than Speedtest due to (much) smaller sample sizes.

With low SIM card prices, good nationwide coverage (in populated areas only – not deserts), decent mobile download speeds, and incredibly low mobile data rates, you should have a decent network experience in Egypt.

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Currency in Egypt

200 Egyptian Pound Bank Note
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Egypt uses the Egyptian Dollar with the symbol EGP (which will be used throughout this article).

Prices in Egypt are listed in LE, L.E, ج.م, or E£. For example, 25 EGP = LE/L.E/ج.م/o/E£ 25.

For reference, below are some exchange rates between EGP and USD (US Dollars – Rounded):

  • 1 EGP = 0.03 USD
  • 10 EGP = 0.30 USD
  • 100 EGP = 3.25 USD
  • 1000 EGP = 32.35 USD

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Their fees are MUCH lower than banks and credit card companies charge you (and Wise is transparent about their fees, unlike banks).

I have saved literal THOUSANDS of Australian Dollars and Euros, my main currencies, when using Wise abroad when traveling compared to my debit and credit cards.

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Egyptian Prepaid SIM Cards

Below, I will guide you through Vodafone Egypt, Orange Egypt (formerly Mobinil), Etisalat Egypt & WE by Telecom Egypt, and go through:

  • Background information
  • Mobile coverage
  • SIM card types, prices, and availability
  • Recharge/top-up information
  • Combo plans, data plans, and special packs (such as social media packs)

With that being said, let’s see what Egypt has to offer to us.


Vodafone Egypt/Misr (ڤودافون مَصر)

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Vodafone Egypt, just Vodafone but also known as Vodafone Misr or ڤودافون مَصر is the largest mobile operator in Egypt.

It is also the best and fastest mobile operator in the country.

Vodafone, as a company, is active in Africa (mostly as Vodacom), Asia, Europe, the Middle East & Oceania.

Vodafone uses the following frequencies:

  • 2G: 900 MHz
  • 3G: 900 MHz & 2100 MHz
  • 4G/LTE: 1800 MHz (Band 3)

This is what you will learn about Vodafone:

* Coverage
* How to Get a Vodafone SIM Card & SIM Card Price
* Topping Up Options & Methods + Balance Check
* Plans & Packages
* APN/Internet Settings

Coverage – Vodafone Egypt/Misr

Vodafone has the best coverage throughout Egypt.

4G/LTE can be found in populated areas of Egypt

Below is Vodafone's coverage map produced by Speedtest:

SIM Card Price – Vodafone Egypt/Misr

You can get a Vodafone SIM card, called Kart El-Korout, for 25 EGP in Vodafone stores. However, you will often be pushed to purchase the Vodafone Tourist line for 255 EGP or 505 EGP. Airports, including Cairo International Airport, sell Vodafone (tourist) SIM cards too.

Vodafone SIM Card
© Vodafone Egypt

You may be able to convince the store employee to sell you a regular Vodafone SIM card (El-Korout).

Still, the chance of succeeding is often low – perhaps outside urban areas.

The Vodafone Tourist Lines, sold nationwide, include the following perks:

PriceSIM CardDataLocal MinutesInternational MinutesValidity
255 EGPTourist 25010 GB200 minutes20 minutes28 days
505 EGPTourist 500 30 GB200 minutes30 minutes28 days

Several international airports, especially Cairo International Airport, sell Flex Lines, which are SIM cards using a unit system (Flex Units).

The following Flex Lines are available:

PriceDataFlex UnitsValidity
280 EGPN/A16 000 units28 days
351 EGPN/A24 000 units28 days
523 EGP20 000 MB24 000 units28 days
637 EGP36 000 MB24 000 units28 days
780 EGP58 000 MB24 000 units28 days

You have the following unit rates:

  • 1 MB for Anghami, Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, Twitter & WhatsApp = 0.5 Flex
  • 1 MB = 1 Flex
  • 1 on-net minute (Flex to Vodafone) = 1 Flex
  • 1 on-net minute (Flex to Flex) = 2 Flex
  • 1 off-net minute = 5 Flex
  • 1 local SMS = 1 Flex

Cheaper Vodafone Flex plans are available. However, they are often (initially) not sold to tourists and short-term travelers.

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Vodafone has no eSIMs.

Note that the Egyptian mobile operators require your identification (passport) for (future) eSIMs and physical SIM cards.

Therefore, if you wish to get an eSIM for Egypt without personal detail capturing, you can get the Egypt (Giza Mobile) eSIM from Airalo.

Egypt-Giza-Mobile-eSIM-Airalo
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You have four options:

  1. Egypt/Giza Mobile 1 GB eSIM for 7 daysmost popular with Phone Travel Wiz readers
  2. Egypt/Giza Mobile 2 GB eSIM for 15 days (new) – very popular with Phone Travel Wiz readers
  3. Egypt/Giza Mobile 3 GB eSIM for 30 daysvery popular with Phone Travel Wiz readers
  4. Egypt/Giza Mobile 5 GB eSIM for 30 days

Note: Phone Travel Wiz reader popularity ranking was updated in September based on data up to the 7th of September (2023 data only).

Finally, you can get Egypt eSIMs from Holafly:

  1. Egypt 6 GB eSIM for 15 days
  2. Egypt Unlimited eSIM for 5 days (new) – very popular with Phone Travel Wiz readers
  3. Egypt Unlimited eSIM for 7 days (new) – very popular with Phone Travel Wiz readers
  4. Egypt Unlimited eSIM for 10 days (new) – most popular with Phone Travel Wiz readers
  5. Egypt Unlimited eSIM for 15 days (new)
  6. Egypt Unlimited eSIM for 20 days (new)

Note: Phone Travel Wiz reader popularity ranking was updated in September based on data up to the 7th of September (2023 data only).

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Airalo recently introduced an eSIM for the Middle East and North Africa (MENA): Menalink. The Menalink eSIM follows the popular Eurolink eSIM for 39 European countries, the fairly new Asialink eSIM for 13 Asian countries & the super new Latamlink eSIM for 19 Latin American countries.

The Menalink eSIM comes in three variants: 1 GB/7 daysvery popular with PTW readers, 2 GB/15 daysvery popular with PTW readers & 3 GB/30 daysmost popular with PTW readers, to be used in Egypt and 14 other Middle Eastern and Northern African countries:

Note: Phone Travel Wiz reader popularity ranking was updated in September based on data up to the 7th of September (2023 data only).

Airalo Menalink eSIM Eligible Countries Map Infographic by Phone Travel Wiz (August 2023 Version)

Sometimes, it can be more convenient and cheaper to get the Menalink eSIM than the local Airalo eSIM because Menalink offers more data (instead of you having to purchase multiple 1 GB/7 days top-ups to stay connected).

With the Menalink eSIM, you can save a lot of money by skipping the initial SIM card costs per country you visit in the Middle East and North Africa!

TIP: check out my Best Egypt eSIMs Compared guide for an in-depth comparison of several eSIMs for Egypt, including ones not mentioned above.

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Top-Up, Recharge & Balance Check – Vodafone Egypt/Misr

Vodafone top-up vouchers are sold in Vodafone stores, grocery stores, corner shops & electronics shops throughout Egypt.

To top up your Vodafone SIM card, dial *858*VoucherCode# or call 858 and follow the instructions.

For example, if your voucher code is 123456, you would dial *858*123456#.

You can also tell the salesperson how much credit you want, your phone number, pay, and they will top up your SIM card with the POS system.

Reminder: 30% of your recharge amount will be deducted as part of local taxes and fees. For example, a 10 EGP recharge will leave you with 7 EGP.

You can also recharge online with (international) debit and credit cards.

Call 868 or dial *868*1# to check your Vodafone balance.

However, all inquiries will cost you 0.20 EGP.

You can also use the Ana Vodafone app (Android/iOS/Huawei AppGallery) to check your balance for free.

Vodafone Egypt Ana Vodafone App
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Packages, Plans, Bundles & Offers – Vodafone Egypt/Misr

Vodafone has nine data-featured prepaid plans:

Most Vodafone plans can be activated by dialing *00# or *2000#.

I will list all the prices in EGP (Egyptian Pound).

To convert EGP to your currency (let's say EUR – Euro) with up-to-date exchange rates, use the Wise Currency Converter tool.

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Click on the links above to jump to the plan you are interested in.

Vodafone Flex Plans – Vodafone Egypt/Misr

The Vodafone Flex plans are combo plans with data (without 5G NR access), minutes & SMS. using a unit system (Flex).

You do not need a Flex Line to enable Vodafone Flex.

You have the following unit rates:

  • 1 MB for Anghami, Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, Twitter & WhatsApp = 0.5 Flex
  • 1 MB = 1 Flex
  • 1 on-net minute (Flex to Vodafone) = 1 Flex
  • 1 on-net minute (Flex to Flex) = 2 Flex
  • 1 off-net minute = 5 Flex
  • 1 local SMS = 1 Flex

The following Vodafone Flex are available, which you can activate by dialing the Activation Code:

PricePlanFlex UnitsValidityActivation Code
30 EGPFlex 30 11000 Flex28 days*030#
45 EGPFlex 45 12000 Flex28 days*045#
70 EGPFlex 70 23000 Flex28 days*070#
100 EGPFlex 100 25500 Flex28 days*0100#
200 EGPFlex 200 213 000 Flex28 days*0200#

1 for unlimited Facebook & WhatsApp
2 for unlimited Facebook

Vodafone Egypt Flex Plans
New Plus Bundles – Vodafone Egypt/Misr

The New Plus Bundles are data plans (without 5G NR access). using a Super Mega Unit system.

Data for Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, Twitter & WhatsApp counts as 1 MB (Super Mega). Any other app or site counts as 2 MB (Super Mega).

The following New Plus Bundles are available, which you can activate by dialing the Activation Code:

PricePlanSuper Mega UnitsValidityActivation Code
7 EGP500 Super Mega500 units28 days*00*07#
15 EGP2000 Super Mega1500 units28 days*00*15#
25 EGP3500 Super Mega2800 units28 days*00*25#
35 EGP6000 Super Mega4500 units28 days*00*35#
45 EGP8000 Super Mega6000 units28 days*00*45#
65 EGP12 000 Super Mega9500 units28 days*00*65#
Vodafone Egypt New Plus Bundles
Extreme Bundles – Vodafone Egypt/Misr

The Extreme Bundles are data plans (without 5G NR access).

The following Extreme Bundles are available, which you can activate by dialing the *880#:

PricePlanDataValidity
20 EGPExtreme Net Bundle 20 LE1100 MB28 days
30 EGPExtreme Net Bundle 30 LE1500 MB28 days
40 EGPExtreme Net Bundle 40 LE2500 MB28 days
60 EGPExtreme Net Bundle 60 LE4000 MB28 days
80 EGPExtreme Net Bundle 80 LE6000 MB28 days
100 EGPExtreme Net Bundle 100 LE8000 MB28 days
150 EGPExtreme Net Bundle 150 LE12 000 MB28 days
250 EGPExtreme Net Bundle 250 LE20 000 MB28 days
400 EGPExtreme Net Bundle 400 LE40 000 MB28 days
Vodafone Egypt Extreme Net Bundles
Plus Combo Bundles – Vodafone Egypt/Misr

The Plus Combo Bundles are data plans (without 5G NR access). using a Super Mega Unit system.

Data for Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, Twitter & WhatsApp counts as 1 MB (Super Mega). Any other app or site counts as 2 MB (Super Mega).

The following Plus Combo Bundles are available, which you can activate on the Ana Vodafone app:

PricePlanSuper Mega UnitsValidity
120 EPPlus Combo Bundle 20 000 Super Mega20 000 units28 days
200 EGPPlus Combo Bundle 36 000 Super Mega36 000 units28 days
300 EGPPlus Combo Bundle 58 000 Super Mega58 000 units28 days
Vodafone Egypt Plus Combo Bundles
Combo Bundles – Super Pass Bundles – Vodafone Egypt/Misr

The Combo Bundles are data plans (without 5G NR access) falling under the Super Pass Bundles category.

The following Combo Bundles are available, which you can activate by dialing the Activation Code:

PricePlanDataValidityActivation Code
120 EGPSuper Pass Combo 20 00020 000 MB28 days*2120#
200 EGPSuper Pass Combo 36 00036 000 MB28 days*2200#
300 EGPSuper Pass Combo 58 00058 000 MB28 days*2300#
Vodafone Egypt Combo Bundles Super Pass Bundles
Flex Extras Plans – Vodafone Egypt/Misr

The Flex Extras plans are combo add-ons (without 5G NR access). using a Flex Unit system for Vodafone Flex. They cannot be purchased as standalone plans.

The following Flex Extras are available, which you can activate by dialing the Activation Code:

PricePlanFlex UnitsValidityActivation Code
3 EGPFlex Extra 3LE60 unitsUntil plan expires*880*03#
5 EGPFlex Extra 5LE120 unitsUntil plan expires*880*05#
10 EGPFlex Extra 10LE300 unitsUntil plan expires*880*010#
Vodafone Egypt Flex Extras
Plus Apps Plans – Vodafone Egypt/Misr

The Plus Apps Plans are data bundles (without 5G NR access) with 450 MB for PUBG Mobile, TikTok & YouTube individually, valid for 28 days.

The following Plus Apps Plans are available, which you can activate by dialing the Activation Code:

PriceDataAppValidityActivation Code
5 EGP450 MBPUBG Mobile28 days*00*3#
5 EGP450 MBTikTok28 days*00*2#
5 EGP450 MBYouTube28 days*00*1#
Social Bundles – Super Pass Bundles – Vodafone Egypt/Misr

The Social Bundles are data plans (without 5G NR access) for Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, Twitter & WhatsApp combined.

The following Social Bundles are available, which you can activate on the Ana Vodafone app:

PricePlanSocial DataValidity
25 EGPSuper Pass Social 28002800 MB28 days
35 EGPSuper Pass Social 45004500 MB28 days
45 EGPSuper Pass Social 60006000 MB28 days
65 EGPSuper Pass Social 95009500 MB28 days
Vodafone Egypt Social Bundles Super Pass Bundles
Streaming Bundles – Super Pass Bundles – Vodafone Egypt/Misr

The Streaming Bundles are data plans (without 5G NR access). for Shadid.net, Vodafone Drama & YouTube combined.

The following Streaming Bundles are available, which you can activate on the Ana Vodafone app:

PricePlanDataValidity
25 EGPSuper Pass Streaming 28002800 MB28 days
35 EGPSuper Pass Streaming 45004500 MB28 days
45 EGPSuper Pass Streaming 60006000 MB28 days
65 EGPSuper Pass Streaming 95009500 MB28 days
Vodafone Egypt Streaming Bundles Super Pass Bundles

APN/Internet Settings – Vodafone Egypt/Misr

  • Name: Vodafone EG
  • APN: internet.vodafone.net
  • Username: internet
  • Password: internet

Note: leave anything not mentioned above untouched.

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Orange Egypt/Misr (اورنچ مصر – formerly Mobinil/موبينيل‎)

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Orange Egypt, just Orange but also known as Orange Misr or موبينيل and formerly Mobinil, is the second-largest mobile operator in Egypt.

It was known as Mobinil until 2016.

Currently, it is the fastest mobile operator in the country.

Orange, as a company, is active in other countries in Africa, the Caribbean, Europe & the Middle East.

Orange uses the following frequencies:

  • 2G: 900 MHz
  • 3G: 900 MHz & 2100 MHz
  • 4G/LTE: 1800 MHz (Band 3)

This is what you will learn about Orange:

* Coverage
* How to Get an Orange SIM Card & SIM Card Price
* Topping Up Options & Methods + Balance Check
* Plans & Packages
* APN/Internet Settings

Coverage – Orange Egypt/Misr (formerly Mobinil)

Orange has extensive coverage throughout Egypt (in populated areas).

You should not expect any coverage in deserts.

Below is Orange's coverage map produced by Speedtest:

SIM Card Price – Orange Egypt/Misr (formerly Mobinil)

You can get an Orange SIM card for 84 EGP with 2000 units in Orange stores. Tourist SIM cards for 150 EGP, 200 EGP & 500 EGP are available too in Orange stores and several airports, including Cairo International Airports.

Orange Egypt SIM Card
© Orange Egypt

You have the following unit rates:

  • 1 MB = 1 unit
  • 1 on-net minute = 1 unit
  • 1 off-net minute = 5 units
  • 1 on-net SMS = 1 unit
  • 1 off-net SMS = 5 units

The following Orange Tourist SIM cards are available:

PriceSIM CardDataLocal MinutesInternational MinutesValidity
150 EGPAirport SIM Card 115 GB1000 minutesN/A30 days
200 EGPHolidays10 GB400 minutes20 minutes30 days
500 EGPHolidays Super40 GB400 minutes30 minutes30 days

1 Cairo International Airport only

Orange Egypt Holiday Lines SIM Cards

Dial *222# to access the Orange menu.

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Orange has no eSIMs.

Note that the Egyptian mobile operators require your identification (passport) for (future) eSIMs and physical SIM cards.

Therefore, if you wish to get an eSIM for Egypt without personal detail capturing, you can get the Egypt (Giza Mobile) eSIM from Airalo.

Egypt-Giza-Mobile-eSIM-Airalo
© Airalo

You have four options:

  1. Egypt/Giza Mobile 1 GB eSIM for 7 daysmost popular with Phone Travel Wiz readers
  2. Egypt/Giza Mobile 2 GB eSIM for 15 days (new) – very popular with Phone Travel Wiz readers
  3. Egypt/Giza Mobile 3 GB eSIM for 30 daysvery popular with Phone Travel Wiz readers
  4. Egypt/Giza Mobile 5 GB eSIM for 30 days

Note: Phone Travel Wiz reader popularity ranking was updated in September based on data up to the 7th of September (2023 data only).

Finally, you can get Egypt eSIMs from Holafly:

  1. Egypt 6 GB eSIM for 15 days
  2. Egypt Unlimited eSIM for 5 days (new) – very popular with Phone Travel Wiz readers
  3. Egypt Unlimited eSIM for 7 days (new) – very popular with Phone Travel Wiz readers
  4. Egypt Unlimited eSIM for 10 days (new) – most popular with Phone Travel Wiz readers
  5. Egypt Unlimited eSIM for 15 days (new)
  6. Egypt Unlimited eSIM for 20 days (new)

Note: Phone Travel Wiz reader popularity ranking was updated in September based on data up to the 7th of September (2023 data only).

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Airalo recently introduced an eSIM for the Middle East and North Africa (MENA): Menalink. The Menalink eSIM follows the popular Eurolink eSIM for 39 European countries, the fairly new Asialink eSIM for 13 Asian countries & the super new Latamlink eSIM for 19 Latin American countries.

The Menalink eSIM comes in three variants: 1 GB/7 daysvery popular with PTW readers, 2 GB/15 daysvery popular with PTW readers & 3 GB/30 daysmost popular with PTW readers, to be used in Egypt and 14 other Middle Eastern and Northern African countries:

Note: Phone Travel Wiz reader popularity ranking was updated in September based on data up to the 7th of September (2023 data only).

Airalo Menalink eSIM Eligible Countries Map Infographic by Phone Travel Wiz (August 2023 Version)

Sometimes, it can be more convenient and cheaper to get the Menalink eSIM than the local Airalo eSIM because Menalink offers more data (instead of you having to purchase multiple 1 GB/7 days top-ups to stay connected).

With the Menalink eSIM, you can save a lot of money by skipping the initial SIM card costs per country you visit in the Middle East and North Africa!

TIP: check out my Best Egypt eSIMs Compared guide for an in-depth comparison of several eSIMs for Egypt, including ones not mentioned above.

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Top-Up, Recharge & Balance Check – Orange Egypt/Misr (formerly Mobinil)

Orange top-up vouchers are sold in Orange stores, grocery stores, corner shops & electronics shops throughout Egypt.

To top up your Orange SIM card, dial *102*VoucherCode#.

For example, if your voucher code is 123456, you would dial *102*123456#.

You can also tell the salesperson how much credit you want, your phone number, pay, and they will top up your SIM card with the POS system.

Reminder: 30% of your recharge amount will be deducted as part of local taxes and fees. For example, a 10 EGP recharge will leave you with 7 EGP.

You can also recharge online with (international) debit and credit cards.

Dial #61# to check your Orange balance.

You can also top up and check your balance on the My Orange Egypt app (Android/iOS/Huawei AppGallery).

Orange Egypt App
© Orange Egypt

Packages, Plans, Bundles & Offers – Orange Egypt/Misr (formerly Mobinil)

Orange has seven data-featured prepaid plans:

I will list all the prices in EGP (Egyptian Pound).

To convert EGP to your currency (let's say EUR – Euro) with up-to-date exchange rates, use the Wise Currency Converter tool.

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Click on the links above to jump to the plan you are interested in.

Alo Plans – Orange Egypt/Misr (formerly Mobinil)

The Alo Plans are combo plans with data (without 5G NR access), minutes & SMS. using a unit system.

You have the following unit rates:

  • 1 MB = 1 unit
  • 1 on-net minute = 1 unit
  • 1 off-net minute = 5 units
  • 1 on-net SMS = 1 unit
  • 1 off-net SMS = 5 units

The following Alo Plans are available, which can be activated by dialing #0#, #100# or by calling 400:

PricePlanUnitsWhatsApp DataValidity
1.50 EGPAlo Daily60 units20 MB24 hours
7 EGPAlo Weekly300 units50 MB7 days
FREEmax Plans – Orange Egypt/Misr (formerly Mobinil)

The FREEmax Plans are combo plans with data (without 5G NR access), units & minutes.

You have the following unit rates:

  • 1 MB = 1 unit
  • 1 on-net minute = 1 unit
  • 1 off-net minute = 5 units
  • 1 on-net SMS = 1 unit
  • 1 off-net SMS = 5 units

The following FREEmax Plans are available, which can be activated by dialing #0#, #100# or by calling 400:

PricePlanUnitsSocial Data 1,2On-Net MinutesValidity
35 EGPFREEmax 351400 unitsunlimited50 minutes28 days
50 EGPFREEmax 502250 unitsunlimited100 minutes28 days
70 EGPFREEmax 703300 unitsunlimited100 minutes28 days
100 EGPFREEmax 1006000 unitsunlimited450 minutes28 days
150 EGPFREEmax 1509600 unitsunlimited700 minutes28 days
200 EGPFREEmax 20014 000 unitsunlimited1700 minutes28 days

1 +”unlimited” undisclosed Facebook data
2 +”continuous” undisclosed WhatsApp data

Orange Egypt FreeMax Plans
© Orange Egypt
GO Super Plans – Orange Egypt/Misr (formerly Mobinil)

The Go Super Plans are data bundles (without 5G NR access).

The following Go Super Plans are available, which can be activated by dialing the Activation Code:

PricePlanData (Super MB) 1Activation CodeValidity
7 EGPGO Super 7500 MB#222*7#28 days
15 EGPGO Super 151500 MB#222*15#28 days
25 EGPGO Super 252800 MB#222*25#28 days
40 EGPGO Super 405000 MB#222*40#28 days
60 EGPGO Super 608500 MB#222*60#28 days
80 EGPGO Super 8012 000 MB#222*80#28 days
120 EGPGO Super 12020 000 MB#222*120#28 days
200 EGPGO Super 20036 000 MB#222*200#28 days
400 EGPGO Super 40090 000 MB#222*400#28 days

1 Apple Maps, Facebook, Google Maps, Instagram, Snapchat, Twitter & WhatsApp = 1 Super MB. Any other app/site = 2 MB. Applies to GO 10 to GO 70
2 Apple Maps, beIN Connect, Facebook, Google Maps, Instagram, Snapchat, Twitter, WhatsApp & YouTube = 1 Super MB. Any other app/site = 2 MB. Applies to GO 120 to GO 400

Orange Egypt Go Super Plans
© Orange Egypt
Internet Lines Plans – Orange Egypt/Misr (formerly Mobinil)

The Internet Lines Plans are data bundles (without 5G NR access).

The following Internet Lines Plans are available, which can be activated by dialing #222#:

PricePlanData (Super MB) 1Validity
100 EGPGO 10011 000 MB3 months
175 EGPGO 17525 000 MB3 months
350 EGPGO 35060 000 MB3 months
600 EGPGO 600120 000 MB6 months

1 Anghami, Apple Maps, Apple Music, Deezer, ekb.eg, Facebook, Gmail, Google Maps, Instagram, moe.gov.eg, Shahid, Skype, Spotify, Snapchat, SoundCloud, Teams (Microsoft), Twitter, WeTransfer, WhatsApp, YouTube, YouTube Music & Zoom = 1 Super MB. Any other app/site = 2 MB

Orange Egypt Internet Lines
GO Extra Plans – Orange Egypt/Misr (formerly Mobinil)

The GO Extra Plans are data bundles (without 5G NR access) for select apps, including games, social media apps & streaming apps.

The following GO Extra Plans are available, which can be activated by dialing the Activation Code:

PricePlanApp DataValidityActivation Code
1 EGPGO Games Daily100 MB 224 hours#222*31#
1 EGPGO Social100 MB 424 hours#222*11#
2 EGPGO Video Daily200 MB 11 day#222*21#
3 EGPGO Games Weekly250 MB 2, 37 days#222*32#
5 EGPGO Amazon Monthly450 MB30 days#222*63#
5 EGPGO TikTok450 MB30 days#222*55#
5 EGPGO Video Monthly 1450 MB 128 days#222*23#
10 EGPGO Games Monthly1000 MB 2, 330 days#222*33#
10 EGPGO @home1000 MB28 days#222*41#
35 EGPGO @home MAX4500 MB28 days#222*42#
35 EGPGO Amazon Plus4500 MB30 days#222*64#
35 EGPGO Video Max4500 MB 128 days#222*24#

1 for beIN Connect, Netflix, Orange TV, Shahid, TikTok & YouTube
2 for Asphalt 8/9/Nitro, Clash of Clans, Clash of Kings: Battle of the Empires, Candy Crush Saga, Clash Royale, Despicable Me 2, Dragon Mania Legends, FIFA Soccer, Fortnite, Friends, Gangstar Vegas, Legacy of Discord-Furious Wings, Lords Mobile: Battle of the Empires, MARVEL Contest of Champions MARVEL Future Fight, Mobile Legends: Bang Bang, Modern Combat 5, NOVA Legacy, PUBG Mobile, Real Football, ROBLOX & Uno
3 +75 MB/300 MB on Friday and Saturday
4 for Facebook, Instagram, Twitter & WhatsApp

Orange Egypt GO Extra
© Orange Egypt
GO Super Add-Ons – Orange Egypt/Misr (formerly Mobinil)

The Go Super Add-Ons are data add-ons (without 5G NR access). for Go Super Plans. They cannot be purchased as standalone plans.

The following Go Super Add-Ons are available, which can be activated by dialing #222#:

PriceData (Super MB) Validity
5 EGP350 MBUntil plan expires
10 EGP1000 MBUntil plan expires
20 EGP2250 MBUntil plan expires
Internet Lines Add-Ons – Orange Egypt/Misr (formerly Mobinil)

The Internet Lines Add-Ons are data add-ons (without 5G NR access) for Internet Lines Plans. They cannot be purchased as standalone plans.

The following Internet Lines Add-Ons are available, which can be activated by dialing #222#:

PriceDataValidity
20 EGP2250 MBUntil plan expires
30 EGP3600 MBUntil plan expires

APN/Internet Settings – Orange Egypt/Misr (formerly Mobinil)

  • Name: Orange Egypt
  • APN: mobilnilweb

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Etisalat Egypt/Misr (اتصالات مصر)

Etisalat Logo New
© Etisalat

Etisalat Egypt, just Etisalat but also known as Etisalat Misr or اتصالات مصر, is the third-largest mobile operator in Egypt.

It entered the Egyptian telecom market in 2007 and was the first to introduce 3(.5)G in the country.

Etisalat, as a company, is active in Africa, Asia & the Middle East.

Etisalat uses the following frequencies:

  • 2G: 900 MHz
  • 3G: 900 MHz & 2100 MHz
  • 4G/LTE: 1800 MHz (Band 3)

This is what you will learn about Etisalat:

* Coverage
* How to Get an Etisalat SIM Card & SIM Card Price
* Topping Up Options & Methods + Balance Check
* Plans & Packages
* APN/Internet Settings

Coverage – Etisalat Egypt/Misr

Etisalat has extensive coverage throughout Egypt (in populated areas).

You should not expect any coverage in deserts.

Additionally, Etisalat has the weakest reception of all the Egyptian mobile operators.

With weak reception, I mean no connection in the middle of a city center (even though Vodafone Egypt, Orange Egypt & WE by Telecom Egypt have no issues at the same location).

Below is Etisalat's coverage map produced by Speedtest:

SIM Card Price – Etisalat Egypt/Misr

You can get an Etisalat SIM card for 30 EGP in Etisalat stores. Airports, including Cairo International Airport, sell Vodafone (tourist) SIM cards too.

Short-term visitors and tourists can also get the Etisalat tourist SIM cards in regular Etisalat stores or airports.

The following tourist SIM cards are available:

PriceData 1Local Minutes/SMS (Units)Validity
185.13 EGP20 GB1000 units30 days
200.13 EGP27 GB400 units30 days
220.13 EGP30 GB1000 units30 days
248.13 EGP38 GB1000 units30 days
288.13 EGP50 GB1000 units30 days
304.13 EGP55 GB1000 units30 days
627.13 EGP82 GB400 units30 days

1 Anghami, Deezer, Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, SoundCloud, Twitter & WhatsApp = 1 MB. Any other app/site = 2 MB

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Etisalat has no eSIMs.

Note that the Egyptian mobile operators require your identification (passport) for (future) eSIMs and physical SIM cards.

Therefore, if you wish to get an eSIM for Egypt without personal detail capturing, you can get the Egypt (Giza Mobile) eSIM from Airalo.

Egypt-Giza-Mobile-eSIM-Airalo
© Airalo

You have four options:

  1. Egypt/Giza Mobile 1 GB eSIM for 7 daysmost popular with Phone Travel Wiz readers
  2. Egypt/Giza Mobile 2 GB eSIM for 15 days (new) – very popular with Phone Travel Wiz readers
  3. Egypt/Giza Mobile 3 GB eSIM for 30 daysvery popular with Phone Travel Wiz readers
  4. Egypt/Giza Mobile 5 GB eSIM for 30 days

Note: Phone Travel Wiz reader popularity ranking was updated in September based on data up to the 7th of September (2023 data only).

Finally, you can get Egypt eSIMs from Holafly:

  1. Egypt 6 GB eSIM for 15 days
  2. Egypt Unlimited eSIM for 5 days (new) – very popular with Phone Travel Wiz readers
  3. Egypt Unlimited eSIM for 7 days (new) – very popular with Phone Travel Wiz readers
  4. Egypt Unlimited eSIM for 10 days (new) – most popular with Phone Travel Wiz readers
  5. Egypt Unlimited eSIM for 15 days (new)
  6. Egypt Unlimited eSIM for 20 days (new)

Note: Phone Travel Wiz reader popularity ranking was updated in September based on data up to the 7th of September (2023 data only).

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Airalo recently introduced an eSIM for the Middle East and North Africa (MENA): Menalink. The Menalink eSIM follows the popular Eurolink eSIM for 39 European countries, the fairly new Asialink eSIM for 13 Asian countries & the super new Latamlink eSIM for 19 Latin American countries.

The Menalink eSIM comes in three variants: 1 GB/7 daysvery popular with PTW readers, 2 GB/15 daysvery popular with PTW readers & 3 GB/30 daysmost popular with PTW readers, to be used in Egypt and 14 other Middle Eastern and Northern African countries:

Note: Phone Travel Wiz reader popularity ranking was updated in September based on data up to the 7th of September (2023 data only).

Airalo Menalink eSIM Eligible Countries Map Infographic by Phone Travel Wiz (August 2023 Version)

Sometimes, it can be more convenient and cheaper to get the Menalink eSIM than the local Airalo eSIM because Menalink offers more data (instead of you having to purchase multiple 1 GB/7 days top-ups to stay connected).

With the Menalink eSIM, you can save a lot of money by skipping the initial SIM card costs per country you visit in the Middle East and North Africa!

TIP: check out my Best Egypt eSIMs Compared guide for an in-depth comparison of several eSIMs for Egypt, including ones not mentioned above.

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Top-Up, Recharge & Balance Check – Etisalat Egypt/Misr

Etisalat top-up vouchers are sold in Etisalat stores, grocery stores, corner shops & electronics shops throughout Egypt.

To top up your Etisalat SIM card, dial *556*VoucherCode# or call 555 and follow the instructions.

For example, if your voucher code is 123456, you would dial *556*123456#.

You can also tell the salesperson how much credit you want, your phone number, pay, and they will top up your SIM card with the POS system.

Reminder: 30% of your recharge amount will be deducted as part of local taxes and fees. For example, a 10 EGP recharge will leave you with 7 EGP.

You can also recharge online with (international) debit and credit cards.

Dial *134# to check your Etisalat balance.

You can also top up and check your balance on the My Etisalat app (Android/iOS).

Etisalat Egypt My Etisalat App
© Etisalat Egypt

Packages, Plans, Bundles & Offers – Etisalat Egypt/Misr

Etisalat has nine data-featured prepaid plans:

I will list all the prices in EGP (Egyptian Pound).

To convert EGP to your currency (let's say EUR – Euro) with up-to-date exchange rates, use the Wise Currency Converter tool.

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Click on the links above to jump to the plan you are interested in.

Akwa Kart Plans – Etisalat Egypt/Misr

The Akwa Kart Plans are combo bundles with data (without 5G NR access) and minutes.

The following Akwa Kart Plans are available, which can be activated by dialing *811#:

PriceData (Mega X)Social/Video Data (Minutes) 1WhatsApp DataLocal Minutes (Mix) Validity
2.50 EGP90 MBN/A20 MB45 minutesUntil midnight
5 EGP450 MB125 minutesN/A225 minutesUntil midnight
9 EGP800 MB240 minutes50 MB400 minutes4 days
10 EGP900 MB300 minutesN/A450 minutes7 days
13.50 EGP1250 MB340 minutesShared to local(Mega X) data625 minutes7 days
15 EGP1300 MB360 minutesN/A650 minutes10 days
25 EGPN/AN/AN/A1100 minutes14 days
30 EGPN/AN/AN/A700 minutes28 days
50 EGPN/AN/AN/A1300 minutes28 days

1 for Etisalat TV, Facebook, Facebook Messenger, Google Maps, Instagram, Netflix, Shadid, Snapchat, TikTok, Twitter, Viu, WhatsApp & YouTube
2 1 off-net minute counts as 5 minutes

Etisalat Egypt Akwa Kart Plans
© Etisalat Egypt
Hekaya Bundles – Etisalat Egypt/Misr

The Hekaya Bundles are combo bundles with data (without 5G NR access) and minutes.

The following Hekaya Bundles are available, which can be activated by dialing the Activation Code:

PricePlanMix VolumeData Social Data 1On-Net Minutes (Mix) ValidityActivation Code
42.90 EGPHekaya 301000 mix1000 MBUnlimitedShared with mix volume allowance1 month*319*30#
64.30 EGPHekaya 452000 mix2000 MBUnlimitedShared with mix volume allowance1 month*319*45#
85.80 EGPHekaya 602500 mix2500 MBUnlimitedShared with mix volume allowance1 month*319*60#
114.30 EGPHekaya 804000 mix4000 MBUnlimitedShared with mix volume allowance1 month*319*80#
171.50 GPHekaya 1207000 mix7000 MBUnlimitedShared with mix volume allowance1 month*319*120#
257.20 EGPHekaya 18011 500 mix11 500 MBUnlimitedShared with mix volume allowance1 month*319*180#

1 for unlimited Facebook & WhatsApp

Etisalat Egypt Hekaya Bundles
© Etisalat Egypt
Traveler Data Bundles – Etisalat Egypt/Misr

The Traveler Data Bundles are combo bundles with data (without 5G NR access) and minutes. for Etisalat Tourist SIM cards.

The following Traveler Data Bundles are available:

PricePlanDataLocal MinutesInternational MinutesValidity
200 EGPTraveler 2007 GB100 minutes5 minutes30 days
300 EGPTraveler 30012 GB250 minutes10 minutes30 days
450 EGPTraveler 45025 GB250 minutes20 minutes30 days
600 EGPTraveler 600 40 GB400 minutes30 minutes30 days
Etisalat Egypt Traveler Data Bundles
© Etisalat Egypt
Demagh Tanya – Etisalat Egypt/Misr

Coming soon – many options with Demagh Tanya ;)

Etisalat Egypt Demagh Tanya Plans
© Etisalat Egypt
Daily Bundle – Etisalat Egypt/Misr

The Daily Bundles are data plans (without 5G NR access) giving you 50 MB per day for 1 EGP a day.

It cannot be combined with other bundles, and it auto-renews.

The following Daily Bundles are available, which can be activated by dialing *566#:

PriceDataValidity
1 EGP/day50 MB/day Until cancelation
Super Mega Monthly Bundles – Etisalat Egypt/Misr

The Super Mega Monthly Bundles are data plans (without 5G NR access).

The following Super Mega Monthly Bundles are available, which can be activated by dialing *566#:

PriceDataValidity
5 EGP260 MB1 month
10 EGP900 MB1 month
20 EGP2000 MB1 month
35 EGP4200 MB1 month
50 EGP6800 MB1 month
75 EGP10 800 MB1 month
100 EGP18 000 MB1 month
150 EGP24 000 MB1 month
250 EGP40 000 MB1 month
400 EGP80 000 MB1 month
Etisalat Egypt Super Mega Monthly Bundles
© Etisalat Egypt
Gaming Minutes Bundles – Etisalat Egypt/Misr

The Gaming Minutes Bundles are data plans (without 5G NR access) for Call of Duty: War Zone, Clash of Clans, Clash Royale, Etisalat Games & PUBG Mobile.

Unlike traditional plans, you will be charged by how long you play the games online, not based on how much data you use.

The following Gaming Minutes Bundles are available, which can be activated by dialing *566#:

PricePlanData (Minutes) 1, 2Validity
2.50 EGP90 Gaming Mins90 minutes1 day
3.50 EGP190 Gaming Mins190 minutes1 day
4.90 EGP240 Gaming Mins240 minutes3 days
6.30 EGP440 Gaming Mins440 minutes4 days
7 EGP480 Gaming Mins480 minutes7 days
9.45 EGP560 Gaming Mins560 minutes7 days
10.50 EGP600 Gaming Mins600  minutes7 days

1 for Call of Duty: War Zone, Clash of Clans, Clash Royale, Etisalat Games & PUBG Mobile
2 charged on how long you are on the apps, not based on data usage – but you can use up to 250 MB an hour

Etisalat Egypt Gaming Minutes Bundles
© Etisalat Egypt
Music Minutes Bundles – Etisalat Egypt/Misr

The Music Minutes Bundles are data plans (without 5G NR access) for Anghami, Apple Music, Deezer, Etisalat Music, SoundCloud & Spotify.

Unlike traditional plans, you will be charged by how long you stream music, not based on how much data you use.

The following Music Minutes Bundles are available, which can be activated by dialing *566#:

PricePlanData (Minutes) 1, 2Validity
2.50 EGP90 Music Internet Mins90 minutes1 day
3.50 EGP180 Music Internet Mins190 minutes1 day
4.90 EGP360 Music Internet Mins360 minutes3 days
6.30 EGP440 Music Internet Mins440 minutes4 days
7 EGP480 Music Internet Mins480 minutes7 days
9.45 EGP560 Music Internet Mins560 minutes7 days
10.50 EGP600 Music Internet Mins600 minutes10 days

1 for Anghami, Apple Music, Deezer, Etisalat Music, SoundCloud & Spotify
2 charged on how long you are on the apps, not based on data usage – but you can use up to 250 MB an hour

Etisalat Egypt Music Minutes Bundles
© Etisalat Egypt
Social Minutes Bundles – Etisalat Egypt/Misr

The Social Minutes Bundles are data plans (without 5G NR access) for Facebook, Facebook Messenger, Instagram, Snapchat, Twitter & WhatsApp.

Unlike traditional plans, you will be charged by how long you use the apps, not based on how much data you use.

The following Social Minutes Bundles are available, which can be activated by dialing *566#:

PricePlanData (Minutes) 1, 2Validity
2.50 EGP60 Social60 minutes1 day
3.50 EGP125 Social125 minutes1 day
4.90 EGP180 Social180 minutes3 days
7 EGP300 Social300 minutes7 days
9.45 EGP340 Social340 minutes7 days
10.50 EGP360 Social360 minutes7 days

1 for Facebook, Facebook Messenger, Instagram, Snapchat, Twitter & WhatsApp
2 charged on how long you are on the apps, not based on data usage – but you can use up to 500 MB an hour

Etisalat Egypt Social Minutes Bundles
© Etisalat Egypt
Video Minutes Bundles – Etisalat Egypt/Misr

The Video Minutes Bundles are data plans (without 5G NR access) for Etisalat TV, Netflix, Shadid, WATCH IT!, Viu & YouTube.

Unlike traditional plans, you will be charged by how long you stream videos, not based on how much data you use.

The following Video Minutes Bundles are available, which can be activated by dialing *566#:

PricePlanData (Minutes) 1, 2Validity
2.50 EGP60 Video Mins60 minutes1 day
3.50 EGP120 Video Mins125 minutes1 days
4.90 EGP190 Video Mins190 minutes3 days
6.30 EGP240 Video Mins240 minutes4 days
7 EGP300 Video Mins300 minutes7 days
9.45 EGP340 Video Mins340 minutes7 days
10.50 EGP360 Video Mins360 minutes7 days

1 for Etisalat TV, Netflix, Shadid, WATCH IT!, Viu & YouTube
2 charged on how long you are on the apps, not based on data usage – but you can use up to 250 MB an hour

Etisalat Egypt Video Minutes Bundles
© Etisalat Egypt
Extra Add-Ons for Hekaya Prepaid – Etisalat Egypt/Misr

The Extra Add-Ons for Hekaya Prepaid are data add-ons (without 5G NR access).

The following Extra Add-Ons for Hekaya Prepaid are available.

PriceMix VolumeValidity
5 EGP60 mixUntil plan expires
7.55 EGP120 mixUntil plan expires
15 EGP300 mixUntil plan expires

APN/Internet Settings – Etisalat Egypt/Misr

  • Name: Etisalat
  • APN: etisalat

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WE by Telecom Egypt (المصرية للاتصالات)

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WE by Telecom Egypt (المصرية للاتصالات) is the smallest mobile operator in Egypt.

Telecom Egypt (TE) was founded back in 1881, while WE, the mobile division, started in September 2017 when the company managed to get a 4G/LTE license in August 2016.

Telecom Egypt signed national roaming deals with Orange Egypt/Misr and Etisalat Egypt Misr.

It also has an infrastructure deal with Vodafone Egypt/Misr.

Because Telecom Egypt has a deal with all the other mobile operators in the country, WE is often called the mobile operator with the best coverage.

Surprisingly, Telecom Egypt has a 44% stake in Vodafone Egypt/Misr.

WE uses the following frequencies:

  • 2G: 900 MHz
  • 3G: 900 MHz & 2100 MHz
  • 4G/LTE: 1800 MHz (Band 3)

This is what you will learn about WE:

* Coverage
* How to Get a WE SIM Card & SIM Card Price
* Topping Up Options & Methods + Balance Check
* Plans & Packages
* APN/Internet Settings

Coverage – WE by Telecom Egypt

WE has extensive coverage throughout Egypt (in populated areas).

You should not expect any coverage in deserts.

Below is WE's coverage map produced by Speedtest:

SIM Card Price – WE by Telecom Egypt

You can get a WE SIM card for 81.23 EGP in WE/Telecom Egypt stores.

Dial *414# to see your WE phone number.

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WE has no eSIMs.

Note that the Egyptian mobile operators require your identification (passport) for (future) eSIMs and physical SIM cards.

Therefore, if you wish to get an eSIM for Egypt without personal detail capturing, you can get the Egypt (Giza Mobile) eSIM from Airalo.

Egypt-Giza-Mobile-eSIM-Airalo
© Airalo

You have four options:

  1. Egypt/Giza Mobile 1 GB eSIM for 7 daysmost popular with Phone Travel Wiz readers
  2. Egypt/Giza Mobile 2 GB eSIM for 15 days (new) – very popular with Phone Travel Wiz readers
  3. Egypt/Giza Mobile 3 GB eSIM for 30 daysvery popular with Phone Travel Wiz readers
  4. Egypt/Giza Mobile 5 GB eSIM for 30 days

Note: Phone Travel Wiz reader popularity ranking was updated in September based on data up to the 7th of September (2023 data only).

Finally, you can get Egypt eSIMs from Holafly:

  1. Egypt 6 GB eSIM for 15 days
  2. Egypt Unlimited eSIM for 5 days (new) – very popular with Phone Travel Wiz readers
  3. Egypt Unlimited eSIM for 7 days (new) – very popular with Phone Travel Wiz readers
  4. Egypt Unlimited eSIM for 10 days (new) – most popular with Phone Travel Wiz readers
  5. Egypt Unlimited eSIM for 15 days (new)
  6. Egypt Unlimited eSIM for 20 days (new)

Note: Phone Travel Wiz reader popularity ranking was updated in September based on data up to the 7th of September (2023 data only).

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Airalo recently introduced an eSIM for the Middle East and North Africa (MENA): Menalink. The Menalink eSIM follows the popular Eurolink eSIM for 39 European countries, the fairly new Asialink eSIM for 13 Asian countries & the super new Latamlink eSIM for 19 Latin American countries.

The Menalink eSIM comes in three variants: 1 GB/7 daysvery popular with PTW readers, 2 GB/15 daysvery popular with PTW readers & 3 GB/30 daysmost popular with PTW readers, to be used in Egypt and 14 other Middle Eastern and Northern African countries:

Note: Phone Travel Wiz reader popularity ranking was updated in September based on data up to the 7th of September (2023 data only).

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Sometimes, it can be more convenient and cheaper to get the Menalink eSIM than the local Airalo eSIM because Menalink offers more data (instead of you having to purchase multiple 1 GB/7 days top-ups to stay connected).

With the Menalink eSIM, you can save a lot of money by skipping the initial SIM card costs per country you visit in the Middle East and North Africa!

TIP: check out my Best Egypt eSIMs Compared guide for an in-depth comparison of several eSIMs for Egypt, including ones not mentioned above.

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Top-Up, Recharge & Balance Check – WE by Telecom Egypt

WE top-up vouchers are sold in WE/Telecom Egypt stores, grocery stores, corner shops & electronics shops throughout Egypt.

The following (online) top-ups are available:

Top-UpBalance
5 EGP3.50 EGP
10 EGP7 EGP
15 EGP10.50 EGP
25 EGP17.50 EGP
30 EGP21 EGP
40 EGP28 EGP
50 EGP35 EGP
60 EGP42 EGP
75 EGP52.50 EGP
100 EGP70 EGP
150 EGP105 EGP

Reminder: 30% of your recharge amount will be deducted as part of local taxes and fees. For example, a 10 EGP recharge will leave you with 7 EGP.

To top up your WE SIM card, dial *555*VoucherCode#.

For example, if your voucher code is 123456, you would dial *555*123456#.

You can also tell the salesperson how much credit you want, your phone number, pay, and they will top up your SIM card with the POS system.

You can also recharge online with (international) debit and credit cards.

Dial *550# to check your WE balance.

You can also top up and check your balance on the My WE app (Android/iOS).

WE Telecom Egypt My WE App
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Packages, Plans, Bundles & Offers – WE by Telecom Egypt

WE has five data-featured prepaid plans:

I will list all the prices in EGP (Egyptian Pound).

To convert EGP to your currency (let's say EUR – Euro) with up-to-date exchange rates, use the Wise Currency Converter tool.

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Click on the links above to jump to the plan you are interested in.

Daily Bundles – WE by Telecom Egypt

The Daily Bundles are data plans (without 5G NR access).

The following Daily Bundles are available, which can be activated by dialing *999*1#:

PriceDataValidity
1 EGP25 MB 1, 224 hours
5 EGP315 MB24 hours

1 Anghami, Facebook, Google Maps, Instagram, Snapchat, SoundCloud, Twitter & WhatsApp = 0.5 MB. Any other app/site = 1 MB
2 up to 50 MB

WE Telecom Egypt Daily Packages
Nitro (Prime) Packages – WE by Telecom Egypt

The Nitro (Prime) Packages are data plans (without 5G NR access).

The following Nitro (Prime) Packages are available, which can be activated by dialing the Activation Code:

PricePlanDataValidityActivation Code
10 EGPNitro (Prime) 10625 MB 130 days*999*10#
20 EGPNitro (Prime) 201375 MB 130 days*999*20#
40 EGPNitro (Prime) 403250 MB 230 days*999*40#
70 EGPNitro (Prime) 706250 MB 330 days*999*70#
100 EGPNitro (Prime) 10010 000 MB 330 days*999*100#
200 EGPNitro (Prime) 20023 500 MB 330 days*999*200#
450 EGPNitro (Prime) 45050 000 MB 390 days*999*450#

1 Anghami, Deezer, Facebook, Facebook Messenger, Google Maps, Instagram, Spotify, SoundCloud & Twitter = 0.5 MB. Any other app/site = 1 MB
2 Anghami, Asphalt 9, Call of Duty Mobile, Clash of Clans, Clash Royale, Deezer, Facebook, Facebook Messenger, Fortnite, Google Maps, Instagram, PUBG Mobile, Spotify, SoundCloud & Twitter = 0.5 MB. Any other app/site = 1 MB
3 Anghami, Asphalt 9, Call of Duty Mobile, Clash of Clans, Clash Royale, Deezer, Facebook, Facebook Messenger, Fortnite, Google Maps, Instagram, PUBG Mobile, Spotify, SoundCloud & Twitter & YouTube = 0.5 MB. Any other app/site = 1 MB

WE Telecom Egypt Nitro Packages
Video Packages – WE by Telecom Egypt

The Video Packages are data plans (without 5G NR access) for Netflix, Shadid.net, WE TV & YouTube.

The following Video Packages are available, which can be activated by dialing the Activation Code:

PricePlanValidityValidityActivation Code
2 EGPDaily Video250 MB24 hours*999*250#
10 EGPWeekly Video1250 MB7 days*999*1250#
25 EGPMonthly Video3500 MB30 days*999*3500#

1 for Netflix, Shadid.net, WE TV & YouTube

WE Telecom Egypt Video Packages
Nitro Packages Add-On Plans – WE by Telecom Egypt

The Nitro Packages Add-On plans are data add-on (without 5G NR access) with 1000 MB for Netflix, Shadid.net, WE TV & YouTube.

The following Nitro Packages Add-On are available:

PriceVideo DataValidity
20 EGP1000 MB30 days
X Bundles – WE by Telecom Egypt

The X Bundles are data plans (without 5G NR access) for select apps, including Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, WhatsApp & YouTUbe.

The following X Bundles are available, which you can activate by dialing the Activation Code:

PricePlanDataValidityActivation Code
20 EGPX Bundles“Unlimited”, 3500 MB 130 days*990*20#
50 EGPX Plus“Unlimited, 10 000 MB 230 days*990*50#

1 Facebook (no video), Facebook Messenger, Google Maps & WhatsApp (no video)
2 Anghami, Facebook (with video), Facebook Messenger, Google Maps, Instagram, SoundCloud, Twitter, WhatsApp (with video) & YouTube

WE Telecom Egypt X Bundles

APN/Internet Settings – WE by Telecom Egypt

  • Name: TE Internet
  • APN: internet.te.eg

Note: leave anything not mentioned above untouched.

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The Preferred Way to Stay Connected When Traveling in Egypt

Getting a SIM card from Vodafone or Orange would do you well when considering an Egyptian SIM card.

Local Prepaid SIM Cards in Other Middle Eastern Countries

Visiting other countries in the Middle East? Check out my Middle Eastern SIM card buying guide, covering other Middle Eastern countries, such as:

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