Voice, SMS and data services (GPRS and EDGE) using 2G technology will no longer be available once we start to phase out.

Any 2G area has already been migrated to 3G, 4G or 5G.

All areas will have 3G and 4G network coverage and 5G where available.

Any device that only works on 2G network will be affected, which is why you should switch. The commonly available 2G devices as mentioned below. These 2G devices will stop working on our network after 2G Shutdown. If you already have one of these devices then please upgrade to 3G / 4G / 5G device and if you are planning to buy new device then please don’t buy any of these devices.

• NOKIA-105
• NOKIA-150
• NOKIA-130
• NOKIA-230
• NOKIA-106
• NOKIA-216
• NOKIA-108
• SAMSUNG-GURU
• NOKIA-3310 2G
• NOKIA-105/1050
• NOKIA-215
• AXIOM-B104 JOY 3
• NOKIA-1280/1282
• NOKIA-107
• NOKIA-225
• NOKIA-Nokia 106 DS
• NOKIA-ASHA 210, NOKIA 210
• NOKIA-X1
• NOKIA-Nokia 216 DS
• NOKIA-101/1010

You can get a new device from our online store click here or you can purchase one from your nearest Etisalat store.

Make sure to check your settings to 3G network or above.. You can also check if you have an old 2G SIM card. If you do, you’ll need to replace it at your nearest Etisalat store.

Anything is possible for any unforeseen circumstances. You can always check our website for updates in case of any changes to our plan at www.etisalat.ae/2Gshutdown

No it will not.

Any device that uses 2G network will be affected. Devices using 3G or above will remain unaffected.