Saudi Arabia eSIM
Mobile data in Saudi Arabia. No roaming fees, instant activation, one-tap install on iPhone, Samsung and Android.
- 01Internet on arrival
- 02No SIM swap — keep your number
- 03Set up in under a minute, before you fly
Choose your plan
- 3G/4G/5G network speeds
- Top-up anytime if needed
- Instant Activation · Hotspot Sharing
- 24/7 Support · No Contracts
- 1 GB high speed per 24 hours
- Unlimited data (min. 384 Kbps after high-speed)
- 3G/4G/5G · Instant activation · Hotspot sharing
- 24/7 Support · No Contracts
All Saudi Arabia eSIM plans and prices
| Data | Valid | Price | Per GB |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 GB | 7 Days | $2.99 | $2.99 |
| 2 GB | 15 Days | $5.49 | $2.75 |
| 3 GB | 15 Days | $7.49 | $2.50 |
| 3 GB | 30 Days | $7.99 | $2.66 |
| 5 GB | 30 Days | $11.99 | $2.40 |
| 10 GB | 30 Days | $18.99 | $1.90 |
| 20 GB | 30 Days | $30.99 | $1.55 |
| 50 GB | 30 Days | $92.99 | $1.86 |
| 1 GB a day | Unlimited daily | $2.99 / day | — |
| 2 GB a day | Unlimited daily | $4.99 / day | — |
| 3 GB a day | Unlimited daily | $7.99 / day | — |
| 10 GB a day | Unlimited daily | $16.99 / day | — |
Which Saudi Arabia eSIM plan should I pick?
A typical day: 2 hours of maps, a few calls, a short video call, photos on WhatsApp and 30 minutes of Reels or TikTok — about 1 GB a day.
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Weekend or 3 days
about 3 GB 3 GB · 15 Days
$7.49 -
7 days
about 7 GB 10 GB · 30 Days
$18.99 -
14 days
about 14 GB 20 GB · 30 Days
$30.99 -
30 days
about 30 GB 50 GB · 30 Days
$92.99 -
Streaming and hotspot every day
Unlimited daily
from $2.99 / day
More scrolling, streaming or hotspot? Go one size up, or pick a daily plan.
How it works
- Step01 Choose Plan Pick the data and validity that fit your trip.
- Step02 Receive Order Email Your eSIM arrives by email straight away.
- Step03 Install in one tap Tap install, then switch on data when you land.
Coverage
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Saudi Arabia
STC 5G
Need more coverage?
Top-ups
Running low? Power up instantly with flexible data top-ups.
Common Questions
Is an eSIM useful for exploring Riyadh in Saudi Arabia?
You walk through arrivals at King Khalid International Airport and open Uber instead of joining a SIM kiosk queue. With your eSIM data ready, you set your hotel as the destination and message your host on WhatsApp about the entrance. As the car heads into Riyadh, you save the National Museum in Google Maps and pick somewhere nearby for lunch. You can follow the route on your own screen without asking the driver to explain every turn.
At the restaurant, you use Google Translate to read the Arabic menu, order kabsa and pay by card. You send a photo of the spread home through WhatsApp, then pull up walking directions for your next stop. Back at your hotel, you browse HungerStation for dinner delivery while deciding which museum photos to share.
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What should tourists look for in an eSIM for Saudi Arabia?
Start with network reach along your route: Riyadh and Jeddah sightseeing needs a different coverage footprint from a drive into the desert. This eSIM uses supported local networks across Saudi Arabia, with stronger service around cities and established visitor areas. Look for hotspot support if you want to share data; hotspot works on most plans.
You can add more data with a top-up, so running low does not mean replacing the eSIM. It also supports installation before you fly, with 180 days from purchase to activate. Choose your package by its stated data allowance and validity, which vary by package.
Where does the tourist eSIM have coverage in Saudi Arabia?
Your eSIM connects to local networks including STC, with 3G/4G/5G service. Coverage is strongest in Riyadh, Jeddah and Dammam, and around established tourist areas such as AlUla. Across Saudi Arabia, service becomes patchier on remote desert roads, in the Empty Quarter and through the mountain terrain of Asir.
| SimSwift eSIM | Local SIM | Roaming | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Setup | Install at home before you fly | Find a shop or airport kiosk and queue after landing | Nothing to install; switch roaming on |
| When you're connected | On landing through a supported network | After purchase and setup | On landing if your home plan includes roaming here |
| Paperwork / ID | No paperwork or ID required | Passport registration required | No additional registration beyond your existing home account |
| Cost predictability | Pay once upfront for your selected package | Local rates; purchase after arrival | Depends on your home plan and its roaming terms |
| WhatsApp & your number | Keep using WhatsApp on your home number | New local number; WhatsApp stays on your home number | Your home number, on your home plan's roaming terms |
| Top-ups | Add data anytime with a top-up | Buy additional data through the provider or a shop | Extra data availability depends on your home plan |
What digital travel essentials should I prepare for Saudi Arabia?
- Save offline maps before driving between Saudi Arabia's cities; desert stretches can interrupt navigation searches.
- Download an Arabic offline translation pack so you can read menus and signs without relying on a live connection.
- Pack a Type G adapter for Saudi Arabia's sockets and a power bank for navigation-heavy outings.
- Carry a payment card and some cash; smaller market stalls may not accept your preferred digital payment method.
- Ask permission before photographing people, and follow photography restrictions at religious and official sites.
- Keep your phone shaded during outdoor sightseeing; Saudi Arabia's heat can make navigation and camera use harder.
How much does a Saudi Arabia eSIM cost?
SimSwift Saudi Arabia eSIMs start at $2.99 for 1 GB valid for 7 Days. Unlimited daily plans start at $2.99 a day.