UAE tourists to get free mobile SIM cards upon arrival

123 RF / Andriy Popov

All tourists arriving in the UAE will soon be gifted a complimentary mobile phone SIM card.

According to the Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship, their packages will include free data, international calling minutes and text messages.

Last month tourists arriving at Dubai International Airport started receiving free mobile cards upon arrival.

The service has now been extended across the UAE.

The free SIM cards will be given to tourists above the 18 when they get their passports stamped at the immigration counter.

They'll be valid as long as the visitor's visa in the UAE is valid.

The card will provide tourists with three-minute of talk time and 20 MB of mobile data.

More from Local

Coming Up on Dubai Eye

  • The Debrief

    4:00pm - 7:00pm

    Join Dane on Dubai Eye 103.8 for The Debrief from 4pm to 7pm, the perfect way to unwind after a busy day at the office.

  • The Score

    7:00pm - 9:00pm

    Hosted by Chris McHardy, The Score is your comprehensive guide to the world of sport.

BUSINESS BREAKFAST LATEST

On Dubai Eye

  • Is There Sufficient House Supply In UAE

    Dubai’s current population is more than double compared to almost twenty years ago, which now stands at 3.7 million. Lots of families are also moving to the UAE now. So what does it mean for the property market?

  • Noon's First Female Delivery Driver

    Glory Ehirim Nkiruka is Noon’s first ever female delivery driver. In her first ever interview, she explained why she loves her job, despite the heat!