Saudi Arabia eSIM
Prepaid Saudi Arabia travel data from $2.99 USD (500 MB, 1 day). No physical SIM and no contract: you get a QR code by email and install it from your phone's settings. Check your phone
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Plan details · 5 GB, 7 days
- Coverage
- Single country
- Plan type
- Data only
- Activation
- On network connection
- Hotspot
- Supported
- Top-up
- Not available
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Full plan terms, coverage & refunds
Data-only eSIM
Validity starts at the first network connection.
Top-ups unavailable. Usage tracking supported. Hotspot supported.
Calls and SMS are not included. Internet calling apps use your data.
Coverage (1 country)
Saudi Arabia
Mobile networks: Mobily, Zain
Refund eligibility depends on the plan and its activation status. Contact Wanderly support before installing or using the eSIM.
Listed network types describe plan support; 4G/5G availability and speeds vary by location and device. Country coverage does not guarantee a signal throughout your route. If you need a specific network or location, confirm it with support before buying.
Refunds: who is eligible and how to request one are set out in our refund policy.
Free eSIM in Saudi Arabia — free data for first-time users, claimed in the Wanderly app.
Saudi Arabia eSIM plans at a glance
Wanderly lists 40 fixed-data Saudi Arabia plans, ranging from 500MB up to 50GB over 1 to 30 days. Prices start at $2.99, and the lowest cost per gigabyte is $0.86/GB on the 50GB 3-day plan.
Unlimited day-passes are also available from $3.99 per day, billed per day rather than per gigabyte. 5 of the 44 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), $7.99 for 5GB (3 days) and $21.99 for 20GB (3 days), as a one-off price with no subscription. Larger plans cost less per gigabyte: $3.99/GB at 1GB against $1.10/GB at 20GB.
Cheapest plan that lasts your trip
| Trip | Plan | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Long weekend (1GB or more) | 1GB, 7 days | $3.99 |
| One week (3GB or more) | 3GB, 7 days | $6.99 |
| Two weeks (5GB or more) | 5GB, 15 days | $8.99 |
| One month (10GB or more) | 10GB, 30 days | $14.99 |
The data amounts are a starting point. Estimate how much you will use.
Cheapest plan by data size
| Data | Validity | Price | Per GB |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1GB | 7 days | $3.99 | $3.99 |
| 3GB | 3 days | $5.99 | $2.00 |
| 5GB | 3 days | $7.99 | $1.60 |
| 10GB | 3 days | $12.99 | $1.30 |
| 20GB | 3 days | $21.99 | $1.10 |
Cheapest current data-only plan at each size, as charged at checkout. Prices checked November 6, 2026, from the live catalogue. Compare Saudi Arabia with every country in the eSIM Price Index.
🇸🇦 About eSIMs in Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia has 5G in its major cities. The main networks are STC, Mobily and Zain. Some current plans list Mobily and Zain, and others list Mobily alone, so check the plan details before you buy. Expect strong coverage in Riyadh, Jeddah, Dammam, Makkah and Madinah, plus 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 quick QR scan.
How to activate your eSIM in Saudi Arabia
- 1Time the installationCheck the selected plan's start rule. If it starts on its first network connection and allows installation before travel, install it over reliable Wi-Fi before you fly; if it starts at installation, install it when you need it. You 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. You install a travel eSIM yourself by QR code, with no in-person registration.
Which networks does it use?
It depends on the plan. Some current Saudi Arabia plans list Mobily and Zain, and others list Mobily alone. The plan details show the network where one is named, so check them before you buy if it matters to you.
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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