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Already have eSIM BFF from another country? Just add a Yemen package — no new install.
eSIM for Yemen
🇾🇪 Yemen eSIM from ANG 12.35
Sana’a and Aden have LTE when cells are powered. Treat this as city data and keep an offline map of your route. You land connected on Yemen Mobile, MTN, Sabafon, then top up anytime on the same eSIM.
- LTE
- 30 days from first connection
- Hotspot included
- Tax included
Plans & prices
Yemen eSIM data plans — tax included
All Yemen plans run 30 days from the moment you first connect. Prices below are indicative until we open orders.
Indicative prices in USD, tax included when we sell. Data-only eSIM — your home number keeps working for calls and SMS.
Coverage in Yemen
Which networks does the Yemen eSIM use?
Your eSIM roams on Yemen Mobile, MTN and Sabafon — your phone attaches to whichever is strongest where you stand, and switches automatically when you move. Expect LTE across Yemen; 5G is not yet offered to roaming profiles here.
Good to know before you go
- Install before you travel. Local top-ups can be hard to find.
Top up at 0 GB
Our dashboard loads without data. Run out in Sana'a and you can still buy more.
Family-friendly
Order several Yemen eSIMs at once. Each traveler scans their own QR code.
No app required
Install from email. Manage the Yemen package from the dashboard — it loads at 0 GB.
Best eSIM for Yemen
Best eSIM for Yemen in 2026
People searching “Yemen eSIM”, “eSIM Yemen” or “best eSIM for Yemen” want the same thing: data on Yemen Mobile without an airport queue.
For a typical trip to Sana'a the useful pick is a prepaid 5 GB plan at ANG 33.83, 30 days from first connection, hotspot on. That is the eSIM BFF Yemen package. You install the profile once; the next country is a top-up, not a new eSIM.
| If you care about | Pick |
|---|---|
| One profile for this trip and the next | eSIM BFF — same eSIM, new Yemen package |
| A huge marketplace / app | Airalo — usually a fresh country eSIM |
| Unlimited days, not gigabytes | Holafly — priced per day, hotspot often limited |
| Networks in Yemen | Yemen Mobile, MTN, Sabafon · LTE |
Also see prepaid eSIM and eSIM vs physical SIM.
How to get online
Setting up your Yemen eSIM in three steps
- 01
Buy before you fly
Choose a plan above. The QR code and one-tap install link arrive by email within seconds.
- 02
Install on Wi-Fi
Settings → Cellular → Add eSIM, then scan. Turn on Data Roaming for the new line. iPhone guide · Android guide
- 03
Land in Yemen
Switch the line on. Within a minute you see Yemen Mobile in the status bar and your 30 days begin.
FAQ
Yemen eSIM questions
How much does an eSIM for Yemen cost?
Plans for Yemen start at ANG 12.35 for 1 GB (30 days). The most popular option is 5 GB for ANG 33.83. All prices include tax and there is no activation fee.
Which networks does the Yemen eSIM connect to?
Your eSIM roams on Yemen Mobile, MTN and Sabafon — the phone picks the strongest signal automatically. Coverage is LTE/4G across the country.
Do I need to install a new eSIM for Yemen if I already have eSIM BFF?
No. If you already installed eSIM BFF on a previous trip, just buy a Yemen package in your dashboard. It attaches to the eSIM you already have and works as soon as you land.
Does the Yemen eSIM include a phone number?
It is a data-only eSIM. Your normal number keeps working for calls and SMS through your home SIM, and apps like WhatsApp, FaceTime and Telegram work over the eSIM data. This keeps prices low and setup simple.
Can I use hotspot with the Yemen eSIM?
Yes. Tethering is included on every plan, so you can share your Yemen data with a laptop or a travel partner.
When should I buy my Yemen eSIM?
Buy it before you fly and install it on Wi-Fi at home. The 30-day validity only starts when your phone first connects to a network in Yemen, so buying early costs nothing.
What is the best eSIM for Yemen?
The best Yemen eSIM for most travelers is a prepaid data plan on Yemen Mobile, MTN and Sabafon that you install once and can top up later. eSIM BFF is built for that: 5 GB is ANG 33.83 (tax included), hotspot is on, and the same profile takes the next country. Airalo and Holafly also cover Yemen — Airalo is usually a new country eSIM, Holafly is priced per day. Pick BFF if you want one profile and a GB price; pick Holafly if you truly need unlimited.
Anything I should know about data in Yemen?
Install before you travel. Local top-ups can be hard to find.
Nearby
All of Middle East →Traveling on from Yemen?
Same eSIM. Just add a package for the next country.
Visiting several countries? The Middle East regional plan covers Yemen and its neighbors on one balance.
Land in Yemen with your BFF already on.
From ANG 12.35 (indicative). Same eSIM next trip.
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