Is it worth buying an Etisalat SIM card at Sharm El Sheikh Airport, and do you really get the advertised data package?
Based on 1 discussion with 3 participants · Last activity: 10 days ago
TL;DR
Travelers reported buying Etisalat SIM cards at Sharm El Sheikh Airport for about $10–11: some worked fine for the whole trip, while others seemed to run out earlier than expected. The practical takeaway is that airport SIMs can be convenient, but you should verify activation and remaining data before leaving the counter.
What the community said
A July report from Sharm El Sheikh Airport mentioned an Etisalat package of 60 GB for $11, but the data stopped working after 7 days even though only about 30 GB had been used. This suggests you should confirm the package terms and actual remaining balance right at the airport counter.
10 days ago Etisalat, 60 GB, $11
Travelers considering an airport SIM specifically warn that the activated data amount may be lower than what was sold. The most practical tip is not to leave the counter until you verify that the package is active and the data allowance matches what you paid for.
10 days ago Sharm El Sheikh Airport SIM card
There was also a positive airport Etisalat experience: the SIM cost about $10, the seller inserted it into the phone and confirmed it was working on the spot. The connection then worked reliably for the full 12-day trip.
10 days ago Etisalat, $10