If you reside in Dubai or are there as a tourist, Etisalat makes it easy to share balance and data with contacts. Balance transfer services range from local to international transfers, ensuring there is a compromise for users.
- Etisalat Local Balance Transfer
- Via My Etisalat UAE App
- Via USSD Code
- Transfer Limits
- Charges
- Etisalat International Balance Transfer
- Via My Etisalat UAE App
- Texting the Number
- Charges
- Etisalat Internet Data Sharing
- Via My Etisalat UAE App
- Via USSD Code
- Data Transfer Limits
- Charges
- FAQs
- How do you send an Etisalat credit request in UAE?
- Can you transfer DU balance to Etisalat?
Etisalat Local Balance Transfer
Via My Etisalat UAE App
- Log in to the app.
- Navigate to the balance transfer section.
- Enter the recipient’s number and amount.

Via USSD Code
- Dial *100*.
- Enter the recipient’s number, press *.
- Enter the amount to be transferred and press #.
Example: *100*05XXXXXXXX*50# (to send AED 50).
Transfer Limits
| Credit Transfer Type | Minimum (AED) | Daily Max. (AED) | Monthly Max. (AED) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Postpaid | 2 | 150 | 500 |
| Prepaid | 2 | 150 | 1,500 |
Charges
Etisalat Local balance transfer fee is 5.25% of the transfer amount (including VAT).

Etisalat International Balance Transfer
Via My Etisalat UAE App
- Open the app and log in.
- Follow the steps to send international credit.
Texting the Number
- Send the recipient’s international prepaid number to 1700.
- Etisalat will reply with available denominations and their AED charges.
- Confirm and complete the transfer.
Charges
There are no additional charges for international balance transfers.

Etisalat Internet Data Sharing
Via My Etisalat UAE App
- Open the app.
- Go to the data sharing section.
- Enter the recipient’s number and the data amount in MB.
Via USSD Code
- Dial #100*.
- Input the recipient’s number, press *.
- Specify the data amount in MB and press #.
Example: #100*05XXXXXXXX*1000# (to send 1 GB).
Data Transfer Limits
| User Type | Transfer Multiples | Monthly Transfers |
|---|---|---|
| Prepaid | 100 MB | No limit |
| Postpaid | 100 MB | 5 transfers per month |
Charges
Transferring data charges AED 3 per 100 MB.
FAQs
How do you send an Etisalat credit request in UAE?
Here is how you can send Etisalat credit request
Dial *107*.
Enter the recipient’s number, press *.
Specify the amount you need and press #.
Example: *107*05XXXXXXXX*10# (to request AED 10).
Can you transfer DU balance to Etisalat?
Yes, DU users can transfer the balance to Etisalat by dialling 121.
Format: 121(recipient’s number)(amount)#.
Example: 12105XXXXXXXX50# (to send AED 50).
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