Mobile Operators in UAE

Recharge your mobile phone for all major telecom operators in the UAE quickly and securely.

Mobile Operators

Supported Operators

Mobile Recharge AE provides recharge services for all major telecom operators in the UAE:

Etisalat

Emirates Telecommunications Corporation, now known as Etisalat, is the UAE's first telecom provider offering comprehensive mobile and fixed-line services.

Prepaid & Postpaid plans
Data packages
International calling cards
5G Network
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Du

Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company, operating as Du, is a comprehensive telecom service provider in the UAE known for competitive packages.

Prepaid & Postpaid plans
Home internet
Value-added services
5G Network
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Virgin Mobile

Virgin Mobile UAE is a digital lifestyle brand offering flexible plans with a fully digital experience through their innovative mobile app.

Customizable plans
Digital-first experience
Plan adjustments anytime
Data rollover
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Friendi Mobile

Friendi Mobile is a Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO) in the UAE, offering affordable plans with a focus on international calling.

Affordable prepaid plans
Low international rates
Special community offers
Pay-as-you-go options
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Etisalat Plans & Packages

Prepaid
Data
International

Wasel Starter

Basic prepaid plan

55 AED
New SIM
20 Flexible Minutes
100 MB Data
Pay-as-you-go after usage
Add-on packs available

Wasel Social

Social media focused

99 AED
30 days
100 Flexible Minutes
2 GB Data
Unlimited Social Media
100 SMS

Wasel Premium

Full featured prepaid

150 AED
30 days
300 Flexible Minutes
6 GB Data
Unlimited Social Media
300 SMS

Wasel Unlimited

Heavy users

250 AED
30 days
500 Flexible Minutes
20 GB Data
Unlimited Social Media
500 SMS

Du Plans & Packages

Prepaid
Data
International

Pay As You Go

Basic prepaid plan

55 AED
New SIM
Standard call rates
Standard data rates
Add-on packs available
No expiry on balance

Power Plan 100

Balanced prepaid

100 AED
30 days
120 Flexible Minutes
3 GB Data
Unlimited Social Media
120 SMS

Power Plan 150

Full featured prepaid

150 AED
30 days
280 Flexible Minutes
7 GB Data
Unlimited Social Media
280 SMS

Power Plan 200

Heavy users

200 AED
30 days
400 Flexible Minutes
12 GB Data
Unlimited Social Media
400 SMS

Virgin Mobile Packages

Virgin Mobile offers fully customizable plans. Below are some popular combinations:

Starter

Basic plan

79 AED
30 days
60 Minutes
2 GB Data
50 SMS
Unused data rolls over

Standard

Regular users

125 AED
30 days
200 Minutes
5 GB Data
200 SMS
Unused data rolls over

Premium

Data users

210 AED
30 days
300 Minutes
10 GB Data
300 SMS
Unused data rolls over

Friendi Mobile Packages

Friendi Mobile is known for its affordable international calling rates:

Welcome Pack

Starter SIM

52.50 AED
New SIM
25 AED Credit
500 MB Data
Low international rates
Special community offers

More Time 49

Calling focused

49 AED
30 days
500 Minutes (any network)
50 International Minutes
500 MB Data
50 SMS

More International 75

International calling

75 AED
30 days
300 Minutes (any network)
300 International Minutes
2 GB Data
100 SMS

Network Coverage

All operators provide extensive coverage across the UAE. Here's a general coverage map of the UAE's telecom network:

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know which operator my UAE mobile number belongs to?

You can identify the operator by the first two digits after the country code:

- Etisalat: 50, 54, 56
- Du: 52, 55, 58
- Virgin Mobile: 58 (certain ranges)
- Friendi Mobile: 56 (certain ranges)

Can I keep my number if I switch operators?

Yes, the UAE implemented Mobile Number Portability (MNP) in 2013. You can switch operators while keeping your phone number. Contact your new operator for the porting process.

Which operator has the best coverage in remote areas?

Etisalat generally has more extensive coverage in remote and rural areas of the UAE, while Du has strong coverage in urban centers. Both operators continue to expand their networks across the country.

Are there any special tourism SIM cards for visitors?

Yes, both Etisalat and Du offer special tourist SIM cards with packages designed for short-term visitors. These can be purchased at the airport or at operator stores with your passport.