Khaleeji Bank and eTijwaal Launch Instant eSIMs for Global Travelers

Malaz Madani

Last updated 2-09-2025

3 min

Khaleeji Bank and eTijwaal offer an instant eSIM solution for travellers in Bahrain.

Customers can activate eSIMs in over 190 countries, avoiding physical SIM swaps and roaming charges.

The eTijwaal app allows simple activation and offers cashback rewards for Khaleeji Bank users.

The initiative supports Khaleeji Bank's digital transformation, focusing on customer convenience.

Travelers from Bahrain can enjoy simplified and cost-effective mobile connectivity abroad.

No one likes faffing about with SIM cards at the airport—I've seen more than a few travellers in Bahrain rifling through their bags for the tiny pin. So, news that Khaleeji Bank has teamed up with eTijwaal to bring an instant eSIM solution for globetrotters had me a bit chuffed, to be honest. The partnership means customers in Bahrain can now access mobile connectivity in over 190 countries, all without the hassle of physical SIM swaps or unpredictable roaming charges.

Here’s how it works: if you’re banking with Khaleeji, logging into the eTijwaal app lets you buy and activate an eSIM straight from your smartphone. The payment is sorted via PayPay (which seems to be gaining traction in the region), and travellers then get a QR code or barcode that unlocks mobile service the moment they land overseas. It's the kind of streamlined approach that, in my opinion, knocks the socks off most telco offerings I've seen in these parts—especially if you’ve ever queued up at a foreign kiosk after a long flight.

To sweeten the deal, Khaleeji Bank is also offering some juicy cashback rewards for those who use the eTijwaal app. It's not just a clever way to promote digital payments; it also makes global connectivity a bit more wallet-friendly for regular jetsetters. And believe it or not, this isn’t just about convenience. The head of Retail Banking at Khaleeji, Ameera Ahmed Al Abbasi, pointed out that the whole idea is about making international travel “simpler, more affordable, and more enjoyable” for folks heading abroad from Bahrain. Spot on, I reckon.

The move is part of a broader digital transformation at Khaleeji Bank, signalling a shift towards services that actually solve pain points for their customers. In the world of Arageek, where the mission is to energise and empower startups, I find myself rooting for bold steps like this—they’re a reminder that a business doesn't have to stick with the old ways if there’s a smoother path forward.

On the flip side, I’m still not a fan of banking apps that overcomplicate things or make you jump through security hoops just to buy a simple service. So, fingers crossed this eSIM system keeps it breezy. For now, at least, Bahrain’s frequent travellers have one less thing to worry about—and that’s definately a win in my book.

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