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38 eSIM plans available for Saudi Arabia on local carrier networks.
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Frequently Asked Questions - Saudi Arabia eSIM
Yes - eSIMs work fully in Saudi Arabia on local carrier networks. Activation is simple: buy a plan, get a QR code by email, scan it in Settings → Cellular → Add eSIM, and turn on mobile data. The whole thing takes 2–3 minutes.
Our eSIMs run on local 4G/5G networks in Saudi Arabia. Urban speeds average 30–100 Mbps - plenty for video calls, streaming, and social media. Rural coverage can be slower, but 3G is widely available as a fallback.
eSIM is supported by iPhone XS and newer, Samsung Galaxy S20+, Google Pixel 3 and newer, Huawei P40 Pro+, and most other modern smartphones. Run your phone through our compatibility checker before buying.
Most eSIM plans are data-only. For calls and messages, use WhatsApp, Viber, Telegram, or similar apps over Wi-Fi or mobile data. A handful of plans include a local phone number - that's clearly flagged on the plan details.
Just buy a new plan straight from our website or app - your new QR code arrives within seconds. Unlimited plans never run out.
Most modern phones hold 8–10 eSIM profiles, but only one can be active at a time. Delete old eSIMs and add new ones whenever you need to.
Local plans cover one country and are usually the cheapest option. Regional plans cover a group of countries (e.g., across Europe) and are ideal for multi-country trips. Global plans work in 173 countries - more expensive, but you pay once for worldwide coverage.
Yes - eSIMs are completely safe. They're embedded in your phone, so they can't be physically stolen or lost, and data is encrypted just like on a regular SIM card.
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All Saudi Arabia eSIM plans
- 1 GB · 7 daysfrom $4.32
- 2 GB · 15 daysfrom $6.84
- 3 GB · 30 daysfrom $8.28
- 5 GB · 30 daysfrom $12.78
- Unlimited · 3 daysfrom $14.94
- Unlimited · 5 daysfrom $21.60
- 10 GB · 30 daysfrom $25.92
- Unlimited · 7 daysfrom $27.54
- Unlimited · 10 daysfrom $35.82
- 20 GB · 30 daysfrom $45.72
- Unlimited · 15 daysfrom $66.24
- 25 GB · 45 daysfrom $67.14
- Unlimited · 30 daysfrom $93.42
- 50 GB · 30 daysfrom $102.42
- 1 GB · 7 daysfrom $5.94
- 2 GB · 15 daysfrom $10.26
- 3 GB · 30 daysfrom $14.22
- Unlimited · 3 daysfrom $14.94
- 5 GB · 30 daysfrom $19.98
- Unlimited · 5 daysfrom $21.60
- Unlimited · 7 daysfrom $27.54
- 10 GB · 30 daysfrom $34.56
- Unlimited · 10 daysfrom $35.46
- Unlimited · 15 daysfrom $66.24
- Unlimited · 30 daysfrom $93.42
- 300 MB · 3 daysfrom $1.80
- 200 MB · 30 daysfrom $2.43
- 1 GB · 5 daysfrom $4.50
- 1 GB · 7 daysfrom $5.76
- 2 GB · 15 daysfrom $9.72
- 3 GB · 30 daysfrom $12.06
- 5 GB · 30 daysfrom $18.90
- 5 GB · 60 daysfrom $18.90
- 10 GB · 30 daysfrom $32.40
- 20 GB · 30 daysfrom $52.56
- 10 GB · 180 daysfrom $90.00
- 20 GB · 365 daysfrom $105.30
- 60 GB · 125 daysfrom $268.20
Why Travelers Choose an eSIM for Saudi Arabia
Flying into Riyadh, Jeddah for Umrah, or the Red Sea for NEOM and Al-Ula? A Saudi Arabia eSIM connects to STC, Mobily or Zain the moment you land at King Khalid (RUH), King Abdulaziz (JED), Dammam (DMM) or Prince Mohammad bin Abdulaziz Medina (MED) — no STC kiosk queue, no Iqama residency check at a mobile shop. Activate a plan in two minutes, scan the QR code, and you're online for Careem rides, booking Umrah-season hotel shuttles, or uploading Al-Ula Elephant Rock photos from a Hegra sunrise tour. Choose a 7-day 3 GB plan for an Umrah trip or Riyadh business week, a 30-day 10 GB plan for a full Saudi tour including Jeddah, Makkah and Al-Ula, or Saudi Arabia eSIM unlimited data for longer NEOM or Red Sea coast stays.
eSIM vs Saudi Tourist SIM — Which Works Best for Umrah Travelers?
Saudi carriers (STC, Mobily, Zain) sell tourist SIMs at Jeddah and Riyadh airports, but Iqama or residency verification is sometimes requested at city shops. A Saudi Arabia travel eSIM activates before landing and skips any local verification.
| eSIM | STC Tourist SIM | |
|---|---|---|
| Setup time | ≈ 2 minutes (QR scan) | 15–30 minutes (airport kiosk) |
| Cost | from ~$0.50/day | SAR 50–150 (~$13–40) tourist pack |
| Iqama/ID | none | sometimes requested at city shops |
| Umrah-season use | activate from home before arriving | fight the Jeddah-airport crowd |
| Coverage | STC / Mobily 4G/5G | same carriers |
Saudi Arabia eSIM FAQ — Umrah Travel, STC Coverage & Vision 2030 Tourism
Which is the best eSIM for Saudi Arabia?
The best eSIM for Saudi Arabia depends on your trip — a 7-day 3 GB plan suits an Umrah pilgrimage or a Riyadh business week, a 30-day 10 GB plan fits a full Kingdom tour through Jeddah, Makkah, Al-Ula and NEOM, and Saudi Arabia eSIM unlimited data suits longer Red Sea diving or Al-Ula archaeological trips. Our Saudi Arabia eSIMs run on STC and Mobily, the two dominant networks, so 4G/5G coverage is strong across Makkah, Medina, Riyadh and the Red Sea coast.
How do I get an eSIM in Saudi Arabia for Umrah?
Buy the eSIM online before your Umrah trip, receive the QR code by email, and install it on your phone at home. When your flight lands at Jeddah (JED) or Medina (MED), the profile activates automatically — handy during peak Umrah or Hajj seasons when airport SIM kiosks can have long queues. You stay connected for Ehram-logistics coordination, family WhatsApp updates, and hotel-shuttle bookings without leaving the terminal to buy a physical SIM.
Is eSIM available in Saudi Arabia for tourists?
Yes — eSIM is fully supported in Saudi Arabia, and all three Saudi carriers (STC, Mobily, Zain) run eSIM-compatible networks. Physical Saudi SIMs sometimes request an Iqama (residency) or Saudi ID at city shops, which tourists don't have. Our Saudi Arabia travel eSIM on a roaming profile skips that entirely — just scan the QR and you're online, same as any other country on our catalog.