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Saudi Arabia eSIM
A 5 GB Saudi Arabia eSIM costs £16.99 for 30 days on STC with 5G. Plans start at £3.99 for 500 MB a day. Delivered by email in seconds.
Riyadh, Jeddah, Mecca, Medina and AlUla each have a different pace, and your eSIM puts STC mobile data in your pocket for all of them. Book a Careem or Uber ride, check your maps and send WhatsApp messages without swapping SIM cards.
- 5G and 4G
- 1 network: STC
- Top up anytime
- Instant email delivery
Your Saudi Arabia eSIM in two questions
Which Saudi Arabia eSIM plan do I need?
Match your days in Saudi Arabia with how you'll use your phone, and the right plan is easy to spot.
- A city break in Riyadh or Jeddah: Three days with social media, music and some video fits 2 GB for 15 days.
- A fortnight touring Mecca, Medina and AlUla: Two weeks with social media, music and some video matches 10 GB for 30 days.
- A business month in Riyadh: Thirty days with streaming and a hotspot for your laptop need 2 GB a day for 30 days.
- A week that takes in another Gulf country: Seven days with social media, music and some video suits 5 GB for 30 days, and the Gulf Region eSIM covers Saudi Arabia too.
Most plans can be topped up, and the longest plan lasts 30 days.
All 43 Saudi Arabia eSIM plans
Prices include any taxes. Price per GB shown so you can compare at a glance.
| Data | Valid for | Price | Per GB | Top-up | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 GB · 7 days | £4.99 / €4.99 / $5.99 | £4.99 / €4.99 / $5.99 | Choose | ||
| 2 GB · 15 days | £7.99 / €9.99 / $9.99 | £4.00 / €5.00 / $5.00 | Choose | ||
| 3 GB · 15 days | £10.99 / €12.99 / $13.99 | £3.66 / €4.33 / $4.66 | Choose | ||
| 3 GB · 30 days | £10.99 / €12.99 / $13.99 | £3.66 / €4.33 / $4.66 | Choose | ||
| 5 GB · 30 days | £16.99 / €19.99 / $21.99 | £3.40 / €4.00 / $4.40 | Choose | ||
| 10 GB · 30 days | £26.99 / €31.99 / $34.99 | £2.70 / €3.20 / $3.50 | Choose | ||
| 20 GB · 30 days | £44.99 / €53.99 / $57.99 | £2.25 / €2.70 / $2.90 | Choose | ||
| 50 GB · 30 days | £136.99 / €163.99 / $177.99 | £2.74 / €3.28 / $3.56 | Choose |
Networks your Saudi Arabia eSIM uses
Your eSIM joins this local network automatically, wherever you are in Saudi Arabia.
| Country | Networks | Speed |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | STC | 5G |
Good to know
- Data only: your own number keeps working for calls and texts
- Hotspot works where your phone and the network allow it
- Plans start when you first connect; install within 180 days
- Your data routes through Belgium, so some sites may show that country
- Top up the same eSIM any time, no new QR code
Travelling further?
These eSIMs cover Saudi Arabia and more countries on one plan.
Will my eSIM have signal in Saudi Arabia?
STC is the network your eSIM joins in Saudi Arabia, and it runs 5G. Your phone picks it up by itself, so there's nothing to switch on or choose once you land. Cities, towns and main highways are well covered; signal can be weak in the desert and remote areas.
Book a ride with Uber, Careem or Bolt, and send messages on WhatsApp, the moment you're connected. Your data reaches the internet through Belgium, which is a normal setup for travel eSIMs; the IP address help page explains what that means for you.
On daily plans, your speed slows to a fair use speed once you've used that day's allowance.
How much data do you need in Saudi Arabia?
Light: maps, messages, email (about 0.25 GB a day). Standard: plus social, music, some video (about 0.7 GB a day). Heavy: plus streaming, video calls, hotspot (about 1.8 GB a day).
3 days
- Light · about 800 MB1 GB · 7 days · £4.99 / €4.99 / $5.99
- Standard · about 2 GB2 GB · 15 days · £7.99 / €9.99 / $9.99
- Heavy · about 5 GB2 GB a day · 3 days · £19.99 / €23.99 / $25.99
7 days
- Light · about 2 GB2 GB · 15 days · £7.99 / €9.99 / $9.99
- Standard · about 5 GB1 GB a day · 7 days · £15.49 / €18.49 / $19.99
- Heavy · about 13 GB2 GB a day · 7 days · £27.49 / €32.99 / $35.49
14 days
- Light · about 4 GB500 MB a day · 15 days · £13.99 / €16.49 / $17.99
- Standard · about 10 GB1 GB a day · 15 days · £22.99 / €27.49 / $29.99
- Heavy · about 25 GB2 GB a day · 15 days · £40.99 / €48.99 / $52.99
30 days
- Light · about 8 GB10 GB · 30 days · £26.99 / €31.99 / $34.99
- Standard · about 21 GB20 GB · 30 days · £44.99 / €53.99 / $57.99
- Heavy · about 54 GB2 GB a day · 30 days · £80.99 / €96.99 / $105.49
How to set up your Saudi Arabia eSIM
Install at home
On Wi-Fi, tap Install on iPhone (iOS 17.4+), scan the QR code, or type the two codes from your email.
Switch on when you land
Turn on your eSIM line, choose it for mobile data and switch Data Roaming on for that line.
You're online
Your phone joins STC and your plan starts. Check data left on your eSIM page.
Using your phone in Saudi Arabia: landing, rides and messages
- Landing: Touch down at King Khalid International in Riyadh, King Abdulaziz International in Jeddah or King Fahd International in Dammam, then switch on your eSIM line. Install it on Wi-Fi at home first, and check the data roaming steps so data roaming stays on for the eSIM line.
- Getting around: Uber, Careem and Bolt are the ride apps to set up before you fly. Do it at home, so you already know how to book a ride when you land.
- Cities: Base yourself in Riyadh, Jeddah, Mecca, Medina or AlUla, or travel between them. Your eSIM runs on STC, a network with 5G, and you can top up your plan if your days run longer than planned.
- Staying in touch: WhatsApp is the messaging app to have ready before you land. Your home number stays on for calls and texts, so friends and family can still reach you the usual way. Read how to keep WhatsApp and your home number.
Saudi Arabia eSIM questions
How much is an eSIM for Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia eSIMs start at £3.99 for 500 MB a day over 1 day. A 5 GB plan for 30 days costs £16.99. Prices include any taxes and show in pounds, euros or dollars.
Which networks does the Saudi Arabia eSIM use?
Your eSIM connects to STC in Saudi Arabia, with 5G where the network has it. Your phone picks the strongest signal automatically.
When does my Saudi Arabia eSIM start?
Most plans start the moment your eSIM first connects to a network in Saudi Arabia, so you can buy and install it at home before you fly. Install it within 180 days of buying.
Can I top up my Saudi Arabia eSIM?
Yes. Most Saudi Arabia plans can be topped up from your eSIM page in two taps, with no new QR code. The plan table on this page shows which ones.
Why does my IP address show another country?
Saudi Arabia plans route your data through Belgium, a normal setup for travel eSIMs. Websites and apps may show that country's content; your speed and coverage in Saudi Arabia are not affected.
Does it come with a phone number?
Every eSIMology plan is data only. Keep your own SIM switched on for calls and texts, and use WhatsApp, FaceTime or any calling app over your eSIM's data.
What if my plans change?
Cancel an eSIM you haven't installed within 30 days for a full refund to your card, in two taps from your eSIM page.
Does Careem work with an eSIM at King Khalid International in Riyadh?
Yes, Careem, Uber and Bolt all run on your eSIM data, so you can book a ride from King Khalid International in Riyadh, King Abdulaziz International in Jeddah or King Fahd International in Dammam.
Is there 5G in Saudi Arabia on an eSIM?
Yes, 5G is available on STC, the network your eSIM uses in Saudi Arabia. Whether you see 5G depends on your phone model and where you are, so check your phone's network settings after you land.
How much data do I need for a week in Saudi Arabia?
Light use, with maps and messages, needs about 1.8 GB for a week. Standard use, with social media, music and some video, needs about 4.9 GB, while heavy use with streaming and hotspot needs about 12.6 GB.
Which eSIM covers Saudi Arabia and the Gulf region?
The Middle East, GCC Countries and Gulf Region eSIMs all cover Saudi Arabia. The Middle East one covers 5 countries, while GCC Countries and Gulf Region each cover 6, so one plan can cover more than one country.
Can I use WhatsApp in Saudi Arabia with an eSIM?
Yes, WhatsApp is the messaging app to use here, and your messages travel over your eSIM data. Keep mobile data switched on in your phone's settings.
Will my eSIM slow down in Saudi Arabia once my daily data is used up?
Yes, after your daily allowance is used up, speeds drop to 512 Kbps. Choose a daily size from 500 MB to 10 GB a day that matches how you plan to use your phone.
Ready for Saudi Arabia?
Buy now, install today, and your plan waits until you land. Full refund if not installed.