Compare the best eSIM plans for Saudi Arabia
Internet from the moment you land in Riyadh or Jeddah
- Instant activation
- iPhone and Android compatible
- From $0.99
- 3600+ plans compared
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$0.99
Cheapest plan
3600+
Saudi Arabia plans
23+
Providers available
4G/5G
Networks supported
Best eSIM deals for Saudi Arabia
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eSIM.dog
1 GB
1 day
SA
0,85€
Stellar eSIM
1 GB
7 days
SA
0,91€
BNESIM
1 GB
30 days
SA
1,50€
AbesteSIM
1 GB
3 days
SA
1,77€
Monty eSIM
1 GB
7 days
SA
1,73€
MTX Connect
1 GB
7 days
SA
2,00€
eSIM for Saudi Arabia at a glance
From
€5.03
For 5 GB / 30 days
Plan duration
1 to 30+ days
Depending on the plan
Local networks
STC, Mobily, Zain
5G in major cities, 4G+ nationwide
VPN needed?
Recommended
Some VoIP / streaming services filtered
Hotspot sharing
Available
On most plans
Compatibility
iPhone XS+ / Android 8.0+
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Internet in Saudi Arabia: everything you need to know
Saudi Arabia has 99% internet penetration and 5G coverage in every major city (source: ITU DataHub, 2024). An eSIM connects to STC, Mobily or Zain on landing at Riyadh (RUH), Jeddah (JED) or Dammam (DMM). Note : buying a local physical SIM requires strict KYC — a travel eSIM skips that friction.
- ●5G/4G coverage in Riyadh, Jeddah, Dammam, Medina, Mecca, AlUla and along the highways ; decent on Red Sea Road and the Corniche, spottier deep in the Rub al Khali.
- ●Average mobile speed ~100–150 Mbps download per Ookla (Q1 2025) ; STC dominates national coverage.
- ●IMPORTANT : VoIP was largely unblocked in 2017 but some services remain filtered. A VPN guarantees access to WhatsApp/FaceTime/Zoom and full streaming.
- ●Great for Careem, HungerStation, Google Maps, Apple Pay and Al Rajhi / Riyad Bank / SNB mobile banking.
Sources: Internet Society Pulse: Saudi Arabia, ITU DataHub: Saudi Arabia, Ookla Speedtest Global Index
eSIM pricing in Saudi Arabia: what our data shows
According to the Datadopt Observatory, the best price per GB actually available in Saudi Arabia is 0.11 €/GB, across 1,968 plans compared. The real differentiator is not the headline rate but the depth of the offer: the more plans compete, the easier it is to find the duration and data volume that fit your trip.
Best price per GB
0.11 €/GB
Plans compared
1,968
Middle East average
0.39 €/GB
World ranking
56 / 215
Saudi Arabia is 72% cheaper than the Middle East regional average (0.39 €/GB).
Source: Datadopt eSIM Price Observatory, 170,286 plans analysed, measured 1 September 2026.
See the eSIM price Observatory by country →Which eSIM providers for Saudi Arabia?
Here are the 6 best-placed eSIM providers for Saudi Arabia, ranked by best price per GB. Prices are expressed per GB so plans of different sizes can be compared on the same basis.
| Provider | Price per GB | From | Max duration | Hotspot | 5G |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| eSIM.dog | 0.78 €/GB | 0.85 € | 90 d | Yes | — |
 Billion Connect | 0.86 €/GB | 1.33 € | 90 d | Yes | — |
| Stellar eSIM | 0.87 €/GB | 0.91 € | 30 d | Yes | Yes |
| AbesteSIM | 0.93 €/GB | 1.35 € | 30 d | Yes | — |
| Monty eSIM | 1.33 €/GB | 1.73 € | 30 d | Yes | — |
| BNESIM | 1.50 €/GB | 1.50 € | 30 d | Yes | — |
Providers ranked by best price per GB, across plans of at least 1 GB. Source: Datadopt catalogue.
Compare all plans →Device compatibility
eSIM is built into every iPhone XS and later, as well as Samsung Galaxy S20+, Google Pixel 3a+ and most high-end Motorola, Oppo, Sony and Xiaomi models.
Not sure about your device? Check compatibility here.
How to install your eSIM for Saudi Arabia
- 1. Compare offers on https://www.datadopt.com/en/compare/sa
- 2. Browse our partners' eSIM offers and choose the data volume and duration that fit your trip.
- 3. Purchase the eSIM plan that best fits your needs on our partner's site.
- 4. Receive a QR code by email after purchase.
- 5. Before you leave or during your stay, add the eSIM to your smartphone (Note: a stable Wi-Fi connection may be required during this step.)
- 5.1. On iPhone: Settings > Mobile Data > Add Plan > Scan the QR code
- 5.2. On Android: Settings > Connections > SIM card manager > Add a mobile plan
- 6. Once you arrive, turn on the data of your eSIM and enjoy reliable internet in Saudi Arabia.
Frequently asked questions
Does the eSIM really work in Saudi Arabia?
Yes. International eSIMs connect to STC, Mobily or Zain on landing in Riyadh, Jeddah or Dammam. No KYC required (unlike a local physical SIM).
Does WhatsApp work in Saudi Arabia?
Yes — VoIP has been largely unblocked since 2017. Some connections can be uneven depending on the carrier ; a VPN secures the experience.
How much data for 10 days Riyadh-AlUla-Jeddah?
Plan for 5–8 GB : Maps, cloud photos, messages, Careem and some streaming. More if you keep a VPN on for full Netflix.
Can I use my European plan in Saudi Arabia?
Non-EU roaming is charged at premium rates (up to €10/MB). Check ; otherwise a travel eSIM is much cheaper.
Can I share the connection with other devices?
Most Saudi Arabia eSIM plans allow hotspot : the field is listed on each Datadopt offer detail page.
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