Etisalat (e&) postpaid plans start from AED 100 per month across five categories: endless data, Emirati exclusive, entertainment, unlimited calling, and standard no-commitment plans. All prices exclude 5% VAT. Most plans require a 12-month commitment. Subscribe via the e& UAE app, by dialling *101#, or at etisalat.ae.
What to do now:
- Choose your category from the plan cards below
- Compare data, minutes, and roaming allowances side by side
- Subscribe via the e& UAE app or visit etisalat.ae to activate
How Etisalat Postpaid Plans Are Categorised
Etisalat (e&) groups its postpaid mobile plans into five categories based on usage priority — data volume, calling pattern, roaming need, or flexibility.
All Etisalat postpaid plans carry an exit fee if cancelled before the commitment period ends. Standard plans in Category 5 are the exception — these carry no commitment and can be changed or cancelled at any time without a penalty.
Freedom Endless Data Plans
These plans provide non-stop unlimited local data with no GB cap, suited to heavy streamers, remote workers, and subscribers who cannot risk running out of data mid-month.
Data speed on Non-Stop plans is throttled to either 3 Mbps or 10 Mbps, which is the key difference between these and full-speed plans with fixed GB allowances. Current promotions offer up to 30% off the monthly rate for the first six months on selected tiers.
All prices exclude 5% VAT · Verified June 2026 · Subject to change — confirm at etisalat.ae
Freedom Endless Data Plans
Non-Stop unlimited local data · No GB cap · Speed throttled at 3–10 Mbps
- DataNon-Stop (Unlimited)
- SpeedUp to 3 Mbps
- Minutes1,000 Local
- Roaming200MB
- DataNon-Stop (Unlimited)
- SpeedUp to 3 Mbps
- Minutes500 Flexi (Local & Intl.)
- Roaming200MB
- DataNon-Stop (Unlimited)
- SpeedUp to 10 Mbps
- Minutes900 Flexi (Local & Intl.)
- Roaming1GB
- DataNon-Stop (Unlimited)
- SpeedUp to 10 Mbps
- Minutes1,800 Local
- Roaming1GB
Emirati Freedom Exclusive Plans
Emirati Freedom plans include Roam Like Home coverage in GCC countries as a base feature — no separate roaming add-on or extra charge applies when travelling across Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Bahrain, Qatar, and Oman.
The AED 1,500 Emirati Freedom plan extends Roam Like Home globally across all e& preferred roaming partners — the only plan in the entire Etisalat postpaid range to offer this. The Emirati Family Gold plan at AED 100 per month requires a 24-month commitment.
Emirati Freedom Exclusive Plans
Roam Like Home GCC included as standard · No roaming add-on needed in Gulf countries
- Data20GB
- Minutes1,000 Local
- RoamingRoam Like Home GCC + 200MB RoW
- Data40GB
- MinutesUnlimited Local
- RoamingRoam Like Home GCC + 1GB RoW
- Data80GB
- MinutesUnlimited Flexi (Local & Intl.)
- RoamingRoam Like Home GCC + 5GB RoW
- DataUnlimited
- MinutesUnlimited Flexi (Local & Intl.)
- RoamingRoam Like Home Globally
- DataUnlimited (Full Speed)
- MinutesUnlimited Local
- RoamingRoam Like Home GCC
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Freedom Entertainment Plans
Freedom Live plans bundle digital entertainment subscriptions with data and minutes as part of the monthly price. The Flexi variant at AED 225 per month includes an Exit Fee Waiver, allowing plan changes without penalty despite carrying a 12-month commitment.
Freedom Live plans are the only Etisalat postpaid category to include an Exit Fee Waiver option on selected tiers.
Freedom Entertainment Plans
Includes streaming and digital subscriptions · Flexi variant has Exit Fee Waiver option
- Data10GB
- Minutes800 Local
- Roaming200MB
- Data10GB
- Minutes400 Flexi (Local & Intl.)
- Roaming200MB
- BonusExit Fee Waiver Available
- Data6GB
- Minutes200 Local
- RoamingNot included
Freedom Unlimited Calling Plans
These plans suit subscribers who make frequent local or international calls and want unlimited minutes without tracking usage. Data allowances on this tier range from 20GB to 100GB depending on the monthly price.
The AED 260 Flexi plan includes unlimited calls to one preferred international number — a separate benefit from the Flexi minute pool. The Gold Plan 500 at AED 500 per month provides 100GB data with unlimited local minutes on a 24-month commitment.
Freedom Unlimited Calling Plans
Unlimited local or international calls · Fixed data from 20GB to 100GB
- Data20GB
- Minutes600 Flexi (Local & Intl.)
- Intl. CallsUnlimited to 1 Preferred Number
- Roaming250MB
- Data20GB
- Minutes1,200 Local
- Roaming250MB
- Data27GB
- MinutesUnlimited Local
- RoamingNot included
- Data27GB
- Minutes700 Flexi (Local & Intl.)
- Intl. CallsUnlimited to 1 Preferred Country
- Data100GB
- MinutesUnlimited Local
- RoamingNot included
Freedom Standard Plans
Standard plans carry no long-term commitment and are billed month to month. They are suited to subscribers who want flexibility to switch or cancel without exit fees.
Standard plans do not include a roaming data allowance. A separate roaming bundle must be activated before travelling outside the UAE. Data allowances range from 4GB to 13GB per month on this tier, with no minimum contract period.
Freedom Standard Plans
No long-term commitment · Switch or cancel anytime without exit fees
- Data4GB
- Minutes100 Flexi (Local & Intl.)
- RoamingNot included
- Data4GB
- Minutes200 Local
- RoamingNot included
- Data13GB
- Minutes400 Flexi (Local & Intl.)
- RoamingNot included
- Data13GB
- Minutes800 Local
- RoamingNot included
- Data6GB
- Minutes200 Local
- RoamingNot included
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Pro tip: Selected Freedom postpaid plans include a free SIM or eSIM when purchased online through the e& UAE app using UAE Pass verification — no store visit required. The discount for 6-month promotional pricing must be claimed within 7 days of plan activation through the app, or the offer lapses permanently.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cheapest Etisalat postpaid plan in the UAE?
The cheapest Etisalat postpaid plan is the Emirati Family Plan Gold at AED 100 per month on a 24-month commitment, which includes unlimited data, unlimited local minutes, and Roam Like Home GCC. For subscribers who prefer no commitment, the entry point is AED 150 per month for the New Freedom 150 or Freedom Live 150 plans, with 4GB or 6GB of data respectively. All prices exclude 5% VAT.
What is the difference between Local Minutes and Flexi Minutes on Etisalat postpaid plans?
Local Minutes are valid only for calls made within the UAE to UAE numbers. Flexi Minutes (Local and International) can be used for both UAE calls and international calls to any destination, drawn from the same minute pool. Plans labelled Flexi typically cost the same or slightly more than their Local equivalent and suit subscribers who make regular international calls alongside domestic ones.
Can I switch Etisalat postpaid plans before my commitment period ends?
Yes, plan changes are possible before the commitment period ends, but an exit fee may apply depending on the plan. Freedom Live Flexi plans that include the Exit Fee Waiver gift — selected via the e& UAE app within 7 days of activation — allow plan changes within 3 months without a penalty. For other commitment plans, contact Etisalat customer service on 101 to confirm the applicable exit fee before changing.
Last verified: June 2026 Reviewed by: UAEwow Content Team Source: Emirates Telecommunications Group (e& UAE)
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