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Already have eSIM BFF from another country? Just add a Saudi Arabia package — no new install.
eSIM for Saudi Arabia
🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia eSIM from ISK 538
Makkah and Madinah have dense 5G built for pilgrims. Riyadh and Jeddah are the same. You land connected on STC, Mobily, Zain, then top up anytime on the same eSIM.
- LTE + 5G
- 30 days from first connection
- Hotspot included
- Tax included
Plans & prices
Saudi Arabia eSIM data plans — tax included
All Saudi Arabia plans run 30 days from the moment you first connect. Prices below are indicative until we open orders.
Most popular
5 GB
ISK 1,090
ISK 218 per GB · indicative
- 30 days
- Hotspot included
- Top up anytime
Indicative prices in USD, tax included when we sell. Data-only eSIM — your home number keeps working for calls and SMS.
Coverage in Saudi Arabia
Which networks does the Saudi Arabia eSIM use?
Your eSIM roams on STC, Mobily and Zain — your phone attaches to whichever is strongest where you stand, and switches automatically when you move. 5G is available in Riyadh and other major cities where the carrier opens it to roaming profiles; elsewhere you get LTE.
Good to know before you go
- Makkah and Madinah have dense 5G — capacity is built for millions of pilgrims.
Top up at 0 GB
Our dashboard loads without data. Run out in Riyadh and you can still buy more.
Family-friendly
Order several Saudi Arabia eSIMs at once. Each traveler scans their own QR code.
No app required
Install from email. Manage the Saudi Arabia package from the dashboard — it loads at 0 GB.
How to get online
Setting up your Saudi Arabia eSIM in three steps
- 01
Buy before you fly
Choose a plan above. The QR code and one-tap install link arrive by email within seconds.
- 02
Install on Wi-Fi
Settings → Cellular → Add eSIM, then scan. Turn on Data Roaming for the new line. iPhone guide · Android guide
- 03
Land in Saudi Arabia
Switch the line on. Within a minute you see STC in the status bar and your 30 days begin.
FAQ
Saudi Arabia eSIM questions
How much does an eSIM for Saudi Arabia cost?
Plans for Saudi Arabia start at ISK 538 for 1 GB (30 days). The most popular option is 5 GB for ISK 1,090. All prices include tax and there is no activation fee.
Which networks does the Saudi Arabia eSIM connect to?
Your eSIM roams on STC, Mobily and Zain — the phone picks the strongest signal automatically. 5G is available where the carrier offers it to roaming profiles; otherwise you get LTE.
Do I need to install a new eSIM for Saudi Arabia if I already have eSIM BFF?
No. If you already installed eSIM BFF on a previous trip, just buy a Saudi Arabia package in your dashboard. It attaches to the eSIM you already have and works as soon as you land.
Does the Saudi Arabia eSIM include a phone number?
It is a data-only eSIM. Your normal number keeps working for calls and SMS through your home SIM, and apps like WhatsApp, FaceTime and Telegram work over the eSIM data. This keeps prices low and setup simple.
Can I use hotspot with the Saudi Arabia eSIM?
Yes. Tethering is included on every plan, so you can share your Saudi Arabia data with a laptop or a travel partner.
When should I buy my Saudi Arabia eSIM?
Buy it before you fly and install it on Wi-Fi at home. The 30-day validity only starts when your phone first connects to a network in Saudi Arabia, so buying early costs nothing.
Anything I should know about data in Saudi Arabia?
Makkah and Madinah have dense 5G — capacity is built for millions of pilgrims.
Nearby
All of Middle East →Traveling on from Saudi Arabia?
Same eSIM. Just add a package for the next country.
🇦🇪United Arab Emirates · 5 GBISK 1,090🇶🇦Qatar · 5 GBISK 1,090🇧🇭Bahrain · 5 GBISK 1,090🇯🇴Jordan · 5 GBISK 1,090
Visiting several countries? The Middle East regional plan covers Saudi Arabia and its neighbors on one balance.
Guides
Read before you go
Land in Saudi Arabia with your BFF already on.
From ISK 538 (indicative). Same eSIM next trip.
Notify me for Saudi ArabiaIndicative prices · Personalized for your trip · Tax included · No app