Free eSIM in Saudi Arabia — free data for first-time users, claimed in the Wanderly app.
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Price per GB
$1.70
- Coverage
- Single country
- Plan type
- Data only
- Top-up
- Available
- Activation
- On network connection
What's Included
Saudi Arabia eSIM plans at a glance
Wanderly lists 7 fixed-data Saudi Arabia plans, ranging from 1GB up to 50GB over 7 to 30 days. Prices start at $3.99, and the lowest cost per gigabyte is $1.40/GB on the 20GB 30-day plan.
Unlimited day-passes are also available from $3.99 per day, billed per day rather than per gigabyte. All 11 Saudi Arabia data-only plans can be topped up without reinstalling the eSIM.
Calls and SMS depend on the selected plan. Install using the supplied QR code and keep your home number on its own line. Activation timing varies by plan; check your selected plan's terms before purchasing or installing.
How much does a Saudi Arabia eSIM cost?
A Saudi Arabia eSIM from Wanderly costs $3.99 for 1GB (7 days), $11.99 for 5GB (30 days) and $27.99 for 20GB (30 days), as a one-off price with no subscription. Larger plans cost less per gigabyte: $3.99/GB at 1GB against $1.40/GB at 20GB.
| Data | Validity | Price | Per GB |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1GB | 7 days | $3.99 | $3.99 |
| 3GB | 15 days | $7.99 | $2.66 |
| 5GB | 30 days | $11.99 | $2.40 |
| 10GB | 30 days | $16.99 | $1.70 |
| 20GB | 30 days | $27.99 | $1.40 |
Cheapest current data-only plan at each size, as charged at checkout. Prices follow the live catalogue. Compare Saudi Arabia with every country in the eSIM Price Index.
🇸🇦 About eSIMs in Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia has some of the fastest 5G in the region. Wanderly Saudi eSIMs connect to STC or Mobily, giving you strong coverage in Riyadh, Jeddah, Dammam, Makkah and Madinah, plus good service along the main highways and around AlUla.
An eSIM is particularly useful here because local prepaid SIMs require in-person registration with your passport and, in some cases, a biometric check — a slow process at the airport. An eSIM you install before you fly skips all of it.
Note that VoIP calling on some apps has historically been restricted in the Kingdom; data, messaging and maps work normally. For a week of maps, ride-hailing and messaging, 5–10 GB is typical; pilgrims often want more for video calls home. Installation is a 90-second QR scan.
How to activate your eSIM in Saudi Arabia
- 1Buy before you flyInstall on Wi-Fi at home and skip the passport registration required for local prepaid SIMs.
- 2Install the eSIMiPhone: Settings → Cellular → Add eSIM → Scan QR. Android: Settings → Network & internet → SIMs → Add eSIM.
- 3Land and switch dataAt RUH, JED or DMM, cycle airplane mode, set the Saudi eSIM as your data line and turn on Data Roaming for it.
- 4Test with maps and ride-hailingOpen Google Maps or Careem before leaving the terminal to confirm you have 4G/5G.
Saudi Arabia eSIM FAQ
Do I need to register my passport?
No. That requirement applies to local physical prepaid SIMs. A Wanderly eSIM activates instantly with no in-person registration.
Which networks does it use?
STC and Mobily, both offering nationwide 4G and widespread 5G in the major cities.
Will it work in Makkah and Madinah during Hajj or Umrah?
Yes, both cities are well covered, though networks are congested during peak pilgrimage periods, as they are for local users.
Can I make WhatsApp calls?
Messaging and data work normally. Some VoIP calling features have been restricted in the past, so plan to rely on messaging if calls fail.
How much data should I buy?
5–10 GB for a week of maps, ride-hailing and messaging. Choose more if you plan frequent video calls.
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