Qatar has two national telecommunications operators: Ooredoo Qatar and Vodafone Qatar. Network coverage across Doha, Lusail, Al Wakrah and major transport links is modern, dense and predominantly 5G.
Like several neighboring Gulf nations, consumer VoIP calling over apps such as WhatsApp audio/video and FaceTime Audio is restricted, which affects how a data-only eSIM functions for voice communications.
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Lowest price
$1.22
$1.22/day
WiiLine502 MB for 1 day
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$6.24
$0.21/day
WiiLine3 GB for 30 days
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$1.75
$0.25/day
WiiLine1 GB for 7 days
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$3.80
$3.80/day
eSIMXUnlimited for 1 day
Visit eSIMX(opens in a new tab)See in the list180 of 180 plans for Qatar
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SimOptionsPrices checked Source: simoptions.com (opens in a new tab)
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eSIMGlobePrices checked Source: esimglobe.com (opens in a new tab)
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aloSIMPrices checked Source: alosim.com (opens in a new tab)
eTravelSimPrices checked Source: etravelsim.com (opens in a new tab)
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eSIMXPrices checked Source: esimx.com (opens in a new tab)
UbigiPrices checked Source: cellulardata.ubigi.com (opens in a new tab)
SimOptionsPrices checked Source: simoptions.com (opens in a new tab)
WiiLinePrices checked Source: wiiline.me (opens in a new tab)
Showing the first 14, in the order chosen above.
The cheapest plan from each provider that lasts at least this long. Data allowance in brackets.
| Provider | 3+ days | 7+ days | 15+ days | 30+ days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Airalo | $19.503 days (unlimited) | $36.007 days (unlimited) | $49.0015 days (unlimited) | $99.0030 days (unlimited) |
| Holafly | $19.903 days (unlimited) | $36.507 days (unlimited) | $51.5015 days (unlimited) | $111.9030 days (unlimited) |
| aloSIM | $20.503 days (unlimited) | $4.507 days (1 GB) | $7.5015 days (2 GB) | $11.5030 days (3 GB) |
| Ubigi | $16.007 days (10 GB) | $16.007 days (10 GB) | $22.0015 days (3 GB) | $8.0030 days (3 GB) |
| Saily | $4.997 days (1 GB) | $4.997 days (1 GB) | $11.9930 days (3 GB) | $11.9930 days (3 GB) |
| eSIMX | $8.803 days (unlimited) | $6.807 days (3 GB) | $38.9015 days (unlimited) | $7.9030 days (3 GB) |
| eTravelSim | $10.993 days (unlimited) | $4.997 days (1 GB) | $7.9915 days (2 GB) | $9.9930 days (3 GB) |
| SimOptions | $2.503 days (1 GB) | $8.507 days (5 GB) | $28.9015 days (20 GB) | $72.5030 days (50 GB) |
| GoMoWorld | $4.997 days (3 GB) | $4.997 days (3 GB) | $12.9930 days (12 GB) | $12.9930 days (12 GB) |
| Jetpac | $19.503 days (unlimited) | $8.507 days (3 GB) | $71.0021 days (unlimited) | $13.5030 days (5 GB) |
| eSIMGlobe | $3.507 days (1 GB) | $3.507 days (1 GB) | $8.0015 days (3 GB) | $8.1030 days (3 GB) |
| Voye | $15.007 days (3 GB) | $15.007 days (3 GB) | $22.0015 days (5 GB) | $35.0030 days (8 GB) |
| eSIM2Fly | $3.507 days (1 GB) | $3.507 days (1 GB) | $8.0015 days (3 GB) | $8.1030 days (3 GB) |
| eSIMo | $3.907 days (1 GB) | $3.907 days (1 GB) | $9.9030 days (3 GB) | $9.9030 days (3 GB) |
| Virgin Connect Roam | $10.007 days (1 GB) | $10.007 days (1 GB) | $19.5015 days (2 GB) | $27.0030 days (3 GB) |
| Airhub | $3.897 days (1 GB) | $3.897 days (1 GB) | $11.5030 days (5 GB) | $11.5030 days (5 GB) |
| Roamix | $5.857 days (1 GB) | $5.857 days (1 GB) | $11.2015 days (3 GB) | $11.7530 days (3 GB) |
| WiiLine | $3.183 days (1 GB) | $1.757 days (1 GB) | $6.4715 days (5 GB) | $6.2430 days (3 GB) |
VoIP calling restrictions
Under regulatory policy enforced by Qatar's telecoms authorities, unlicensed consumer VoIP calling features (including WhatsApp voice and video calls and FaceTime Audio) are restricted. Text messaging, photos and voice notes on WhatsApp work normally, but audio calls generally fail without a local licensed service.
Source: MCIT Qatar — Ministry of Communications and Information Technology; Simology — UAE VoIP guide: what works in 2026
GCC cross-border validity
Single-country Qatar eSIM plans do not function in neighbouring Gulf countries such as the UAE, Saudi Arabia, or Bahrain. If visiting multiple Gulf destinations, check multi-country Middle East plans in our trip finder.
Source: MCIT Qatar — Ministry of Communications and Information Technology
| Provider | Networks it lists |
|---|---|
| Airalo | Not named |
| Holafly | Not named |
| aloSIM | Vodafone |
| Ubigi | Not named |
| Saily | Not named |
| eSIMX | Not named |
| eTravelSim | Not named |
| SimOptions | Not named |
| GoMoWorld | Not named |
| Jetpac | Not named |
| eSIMGlobe | ooredoo, Vodafone |
| Voye | Not named |
| eSIM2Fly | ooredoo, Vodafone |
| eSIMo | Not named |
| Virgin Connect Roam | Not named |
| Airhub | Not named |
| Roamix | ooredoo |
| WiiLine | Vodafone Qatar |
In our check on 25 Oct 2026, the cheapest verified plan for Qatar was WiiLine's qatar 0.49 gb, 1 day at $1.22. For a week or more, the cheapest was WiiLine at $1.75 for 7 days. A 30-day plan started at $6.24 (WiiLine). Prices change, so confirm on the provider's site.
Generally no. App-based VoIP audio and video calling features on WhatsApp and FaceTime are restricted in Qatar. Standard messaging, pictures and voice notes function without issue.
Both Ooredoo Qatar and Vodafone Qatar operate fast, modern 5G networks with extensive urban coverage across Doha and surrounding municipalities.
No. Single-country Qatar plans only provide coverage within Qatar. Multi-destination GCC or Middle East plans are needed for cross-border trips.
Single-country plans stop at the border. Compare nearby destinations, or see Middle East prices side by side.
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