Best Etisalat Postpaid Plans in UAE 2026
Updated 25 May 2026 · Postpaid Plans UAE
Short answer
For most UAE residents in 2026, the Unlimited Calls 600 Flexi plan at AED 360/month is the best all-rounder — 50GB data, unlimited flexi minutes (local + international), 2GB roaming and a free Silver VIP number. If you want the cheapest entry with a free number, start with the Freedom Plan 250 at AED 188/month; for unlimited everything, the Platinum Plan at AED 1,000/month is the top tier.
Choosing an Etisalat postpaid plan in 2026 comes down to three things: how much data you actually burn through, whether you make a lot of calls (and to where), and which free VIP number tier you'd like to walk away with. As an Official e& Partner & Authorized Etisalat Dealer, we set them out plainly below so you can pick in a couple of minutes.
The 2026 Etisalat postpaid line-up at a glance
Every plan here is a genuine Etisalat postpaid plan. The "free number" column matters: the tier you qualify for is bundled with the plan, so a Silver, Gold or Platinum number can come at no extra cost.
| Plan | AED / month | Data | Minutes | Roaming | Free number |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Freedom Plan 250 | 188 (was 250) | Non-stop data @3Mbps | 1,000 local | 2GB | Silver |
| New Freedom Plan 260 | 195 (was 260) | Non-stop data | 1,000 local | 2GB | Silver |
| Freedom Plan 325 | 228 (was 325) | Non-stop data | More local min | 3GB | Silver |
| Freedom Unlimited Data 500 | 300 (was 600) | Unlimited high-speed | 1,000 flexi | 5GB | Silver |
| Unlimited Local Calls 325 | 325 | Non-stop data | Unlimited local | 3GB | Silver |
| Unlimited 1 Country 325 | 325 | 30GB | 300 local + unlimited to 1 country | 3GB | Silver |
| Unlimited Calls 600 Flexi ⭐ | 360 (was 600) | 50GB | Unlimited flexi (local+intl) | 2GB | Silver |
| Gold Plan 500 | 500 | Unlimited data | Unlimited local+intl | 5GB | Gold |
| Local Data & Calls 1200 Flexi | 600 (was 600) | 200GB | 3,000 flexi | 5GB | Gold |
| Emirati Freedom | 250 | Unlimited high-speed | Unlimited local | — | VIP (UAE Nationals) |
| Platinum Plan | 1,000 | Unlimited everything | Unlimited local+intl | 20GB | Platinum |
⭐ The Unlimited Calls 600 Flexi is our most popular plan — it hits the sweet spot of heavy data and unlimited calling without jumping to the Gold tier. You can compare plans on the homepage or run the plan finder to narrow it down by budget.
Best plan by type of user
Best budget plan: Freedom Plan 250 — AED 188/mo
If you mostly use Wi-Fi at home and work and just need a reliable line with non-stop data, this is the cheapest way in. You still get 1,000 local minutes, 2GB roaming for trips, and a free Silver number. It's the natural pick for students, a second SIM, or anyone keeping costs tight.
Best all-rounder: Unlimited Calls 600 Flexi — AED 360/mo
50GB of data covers heavy daily streaming and hotspotting, and the unlimited flexi minutes mean you stop worrying about whether a call is local or international. For most professionals and families this is the plan that "just works".
Best for unlimited data without going premium: Freedom Unlimited Data 500 — AED 300/mo
Currently discounted from AED 600. If your priority is unlimited high-speed data rather than huge call allowances, this is excellent value — 5GB roaming and a free Silver number included.
Best for international callers: Unlimited 1 Country 325 — AED 325/mo
If you regularly call one specific country, this plan gives unlimited minutes to that destination plus 300 local minutes and 30GB of data — usually cheaper than buying international add-ons every month.
Best premium plan: Gold Plan 500 & Platinum Plan
The Gold Plan 500 (AED 500/mo) delivers unlimited data and unlimited local + international calls and pairs with a Gold VIP number. The Platinum Plan (AED 1,000/mo) is the flagship — unlimited everything, 20GB roaming and a rare Platinum number for those who want the strongest patterns. Learn what separates the tiers in our Silver, Gold & Platinum guide.
Best for UAE nationals: Emirati Freedom — AED 250/mo
Exclusive to UAE nationals with a valid Emirati ID: unlimited high-speed data and unlimited local calls at a flat AED 250/month.
How to actually decide
- Light user, tight budget? Freedom Plan 250.
- Heavy data + lots of calls? Unlimited Calls 600 Flexi.
- Unlimited data is the priority? Freedom Unlimited Data 500.
- Call one country a lot? Unlimited 1 Country 325.
- Want a Gold or Platinum number? Gold Plan 500 or Platinum Plan.
Every plan above bundles a free VIP number, so picking the plan and picking the number go hand in hand. Browse live availability on the Choose Number page, or read how to choose a VIP number in Dubai first. Getting a plan in a specific emirate? See Etisalat postpaid plans in Dubai and our premium numbers UAE hub.
Prices shown are set by Etisalat and may change; the final price and any current promotion are confirmed when you order on WhatsApp.
Frequently asked questions
The Unlimited Calls 600 Flexi at AED 360/month is the best all-rounder — 50GB data, unlimited flexi minutes for local and international calls, 2GB roaming and a free Silver VIP number.
Yes. Most Freedom and Unlimited plans from AED 188/month include a free Silver number. Gold plans pair with a Gold number and the Platinum Plan with a Platinum number.
The Freedom Plan 250 at AED 188/month — non-stop data at 3Mbps, 1,000 local minutes, 2GB roaming and a free Silver number.
Yes. The Emirati Freedom plan at AED 250/month offers unlimited high-speed data and unlimited local calls for UAE nationals with a valid Emirati ID.