Egypt: Mobile Coverage & Carriers
ESIMBYCOUNTRY at checkout · See all codes →Egypt's mobile market is served by four major carriers: Vodafone, Orange, Etisalat (e&), and WE. All three generations of mobile technology—3G, 4G/LTE, and 5G—are commercially launched in the country. Roaming travelers can expect to connect primarily on LTE bands B3 (1800 MHz), B8 (900 MHz), and B20 (800 MHz), with 5G available on n78 (3.5 GHz) where deployed.
Some local carriers in Egypt offer eSIM support, providing an alternative to traditional physical SIM cards for compatible devices. Availability and activation processes may vary by carrier, so travelers should confirm eSIM options with their chosen network before arrival.
| Connectivity | As publicly reported |
|---|---|
| Network generations | 3G, 4G/LTE, 5G |
| Main mobile networks (MNOs) | Vodafone, Orange, Etisalat (e&), WE |
| Key travel bands | B3(1800), B8(900), B20(800), n78(3.5GHz) |
| Local eSIM support | Some local carriers issue eSIMs |
| Region | Africa |
| Capital | Cairo |
| Calling code | +20 |
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eSIM providers covering Egypt
| Provider | Destination coverage | Activation | Plans |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sim Local | Dedicated Egypt destination page (verified on the provider's site 2026-07-14) | Digital delivery — installs as an eSIM profile on an eSIM-capable, unlocked phone | See plans →10% off with our code ESIMBYCOUNTRY at checkout |
Provider destination pages checked on 2026-07-08 and 2026-07-14. Plans and prices are live on the provider's site — never stored or estimated here. We only list partners we can link and verify directly; this table grows as more providers pass review. How we compile this →
Compiled from public-record telecom facts (the MNO roster, commercially-launched 3G/4G/5G generations, deployed travel-relevant bands and local-eSIM support) and verified June 2026; see the source we compile this country from. How we compile this. Plan prices are supplied by the eSIM provider feed at publish time, not stored here.