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eSIM Saudi Arabia
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Save up to 90% on roaming
High-speed 4G/5G connection5G
Keep your WhatsApp and number
Choose your plan
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Unlimited data with a fair-use policy (FUP): full speed up to a daily allowance, then the pace slows for the rest of the day. No cut-offs, no extra charges.
Coverage in Saudi Arabia- Works on your phone (500+ compatible models)
- Real 4G/5G coverage and speed in Saudi Arabia
- Activates on arrival, not when you buy
- Keep your number, WhatsApp and iMessage
- Guaranteed refund if it does not work
NetworkTop local carrier
Speed4G / 5G
HotspotYes
ServiceData only
ActivationOn first data use
CompatibilityiPhone XS+, Samsung S20+, Pixel 3+ (500+ models)
InstallationQR code by email
FormatDigital eSIM (no physical SIM)
EIDDial *#06# to check it
UsageData only (your number still works for calls)
eSIM Saudi Arabia lets you travel with internet in Saudi Arabia without roaming as soon as you land. Arrive in Riyadh or Jeddah and connect in seconds: scan the QR that reaches your email in a minute, without swapping your physical SIM or going through paperwork, ready for Maps, WhatsApp or translating.
You browse on the local STC network with 4G/5G coverage in the country's main cities. Pick the GB and days you need, keep your usual number for WhatsApp and calls, and share data by hotspot with whoever travels with you.
What's included
- 4G/LTE data with coverage in Saudi Arabia
- Hotspot included to share internet with whoever travels with you
- Your usual number stays active: WhatsApp, incoming calls and iMessage without interruptions
- Activation QR in your email in under 1 minute
- Top up your data without buying another eSIM
- Money-back guarantee if the eSIM doesn't work
Before you buy
- Data-only plan: no traditional calls or SMS (VoIP apps like WhatsApp work)
- Your phone must be eSIM-compatible and carrier-unlocked. Check your device here
- Install the profile before you travel: you have 180 days from purchase to do so
Specifications
- Speed: 4G/5G depending on local coverage
- Networks: SA - STC 5G
- Top-up: Yes
- Hotspot: Yes
- Calls / SMS: Not included (VoIP apps only)
- Pre-activation window: 180 days from purchase
Risk-free purchase
Did you change your plans? We've got you covered
If you don't end up traveling, you have a money-back guarantee. And if something doesn't work at your destination, our human support helps you 24/7 until you're connected. No fine print, no complications.
Your next destination
Saudi Arabia
Land with the Internet already on. Share every moment of Saudi Arabia without hunting for WiFi or overpaying.
The PuraSim difference
Travel connected, without the hassle
Connected or we help you
Coverage in 218 destinations on top-tier local networks, even outside big cities. And if something fails, human support 24/7 until you're online.
If you can take a photo, you can activate it
No paperwork or SIM cards. You get a QR, scan it and the eSIM installs itself. Your number and WhatsApp stay exactly the same.
Choose your plan
eSIM plans for Saudi Arabia
Pick your data and days. Fixed price, no surprises, across Saudi Arabia.
| Data | Duration | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia · 1 GB | 7 days | €4,70 |
| Saudi Arabia · 3 GB | 30 days | €13,26 |
| Saudi Arabia · 3 GB | 15 days | €13,69 |
| Saudi Arabia · 5 GB | 30 days | €20,54 |
| Saudi Arabia · 10 GB | 30 days | €35,95 |
| Saudi Arabia · 20 GB | 30 days | €44,94 |
| Saudi Arabia · 50 GB | 30 days | €112,16 |
Before you buy
Is your phone compatible?
Almost every phone since 2018 supports eSIM. Check it in 10 seconds — we show you step by step. Swipe →
Dial *#06#
Open the phone dialer and enter *#06#, just like a call. No need to press call.
Look for the EID
If a 32-digit EID code appears, your phone supports eSIM. Good news!
Ready to travel!
Just add your Saudi Arabia plan. Activate it with a QR and land with internet.
Prefer to check by brand and model? Pick it here:
Installation
Activate your eSIM in minutes
1Connect to WiFi
Install it before you travel. It uses no plan data.
2Settings → Cellular
Tap "Add eSIM" → "Use QR Code".
3Scan the QR
The one in your email. The eSIM installs itself.
4Activate on arrival
At your destination, turn on "Data Roaming" for PuraSim.
1Connect to WiFi
Install it before you travel.
2Settings → Connections → SIM
Tap "Add eSIM" or "Add mobile plan".
3Scan the QR
Confirm the profile download.
4Turn on data
Select PuraSim and enable roaming.
The difference
vs. the old way
Compared to roaming, an airport local SIM or hotel WiFi, the PuraSim eSIM for Saudi Arabia is the simplest and cheapest way to get internet abroad.
Roaming
Unlimited daily data
No surprise bills
Online the moment you land
Data coverage across the country
Keep your number and WhatsApp
Human support on WhatsApp
4G/5G speed, no throttling
Daily plans: full-speed data up to the daily cap; after that, reduced speed (fair use).
With PuraSim
Everything that You don't lose
✕ Roaming in Saudi Arabia: your carrier charges you every day
✓ Your eSIM: data for your whole trip from €4,70
Don't lose moneyFixed price before you leave, no surprises on your bill when you return.
Don't lose connectionHigh-speed internet as soon as you land, no need to search for WiFi.
Don't lose your numberYour SIM stays in: WhatsApp and your usual calls, active.
Don't lose timeNo queues or paperwork to buy a SIM at the airport.
Don't lose coverageConnect to top-tier local networks, not second-rate signals.
Don't lose your coolNo commitment, no small print, and a money-back guarantee.
Your next destination
Connect in 218 destinations
One store for all your trips. Pick your country and leave the plane already connected.
Performance
Works with all your apps
Fast, stable connection on top-tier local networks. Peak performance in the apps you use every day.
Real connection speed5G
WhatsApp
Instagram
TikTok
Maps
YouTube
Spotify
Netflix
GmailBooking
Uber
Airbnb
Book, get around and browse at your destination with data from minute one — no hotel wifi or local SIMs needed.
- Stream Netflix & YouTube with no buffering
- Post stories and video-call instantly
- Google Maps always ready so you never get lost
FAQ
Everything clear about your eSIM
To travel to Saudi Arabia, the best eSIM gives you full-speed data on the best local networks, with no roaming and real support. The PuraSim eSIM activates with a QR in 1 minute, keeps your number and WhatsApp and covers all of Saudi Arabia from the moment you land, with great value and no lock-in.
PuraSim eSIMs for Saudi Arabia have plans by data and by days, so you only pay for what you need. No contracts, no lock-in: pick your plan, pay once and get data across Saudi Arabia. See the available plans above. It is much cheaper than your carrier roaming.
Yes, by a lot. Traditional roaming can add €50-60 to your bill on a single trip in Europe. With a PuraSim eSIM you pay a fixed price for your Saudi Arabia data, with no surprises or hidden charges, and you know exactly what you will spend before leaving home.
Yes, if your phone supports eSIM (almost all since 2018: iPhone XR/XS and later, Samsung Galaxy S20+, Google Pixel 3+ and many more). Dial *#06# on the dialer: if an EID code appears, your phone supports eSIM and you can use PuraSim in Saudi Arabia without changing phone or number.
Yes. Your eSIM connects to the best local networks in Saudi Arabia with 4G/5G coverage in major cities and most tourist areas. You get full-speed internet for maps, social media, videos and video calls throughout the trip, from landing until you return home.
Connect to WiFi, open Settings, then Cellular, Add eSIM and scan the QR you receive by email. It takes under a minute and you can set it up before leaving home. In Saudi Arabia you just turn on the eSIM data roaming and you are connected instantly.
An eSIM is a digital SIM built into your phone, with no physical card. You buy your data plan for Saudi Arabia, get a QR by email and, when you scan it, your phone connects to the best local networks in Saudi Arabia as soon as you land. All digital, no waits or paperwork.
The days start counting from your first data use in Saudi Arabia, not from purchase. So you can install the eSIM calmly before travelling and it only activates when you arrive and connect.
Yes. Your usual SIM or eSIM stays active for your calls, SMS and your regular WhatsApp. The PuraSim eSIM is added separately for data only, so you do not lose your number or your chats.
Yes, all our Saudi Arabia plans include hotspot to share internet. You can connect your laptop, tablet or a travel companion phone to your hotspot at no extra cost.
You can buy another Saudi Arabia plan from the site in seconds, with no eSIM change or waiting. We also alert you when you are low on data so you never lose connection mid-trip.
The plan is data only, designed to give you internet in Saudi Arabia. You can still call and message at no extra cost via WhatsApp, FaceTime or Telegram using your eSIM data.
You have a money-back guarantee and 24/7 support. If something fails, our team helps until you are connected or refunds you. Write to us and we solve it right away.
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More about the Saudi Arabia eSIM
eSIM for Saudi Arabia: internet without roaming
Traveling to Saudi Arabia with an eSIM means landing in Riyadh or Jeddah and having instant mobile data, without having to look for a store or change your SIM card. Our eSIM connects to the country's actual networks, those of STC (Saudi Telecom), Mobily, and Zain, with 4G and 5G coverage in the main cities and on pilgrimage routes. You buy the plan, install it before leaving home, and activate the data upon arrival. Also check all destinations if your trip includes more countries.
Roaming in Saudi Arabia: why an eSIM is a good idea
Saudi Arabia is not part of the European Union, so your operator's roaming is billed at non-EU prices: it's common to pay between €10 and €15 per day just for using your usual data. On a one or two-week trip, that can turn into a surprise bill of over €100. With an eSIM, you pay a fixed rate, you know the cost beforehand, and you avoid any unexpected charges upon your return.
How much does an eSIM for Saudi Arabia cost?
Plans start from €3.95 and you choose the GB according to the number of days you'll be there. For a weekend in Riyadh with maps, messaging, and some social media, 1 or 3 GB will be more than enough. For a week using your mobile daily, with GPS navigation and photos, aim for 5 GB. If you are going on Umrah or spending two weeks between Mecca, Medina, and the Red Sea, 10 GB or more will give you plenty of margin without having to count megabytes.
eSIM or SIM card in Saudi Arabia
A local physical SIM card requires going to an STC or Mobily store, presenting your passport, and registering the line, a process that takes up valuable travel time. An eSIM is a digital chip: it arrives by email, is installed with a QR code, and you don't have to remove your regular SIM, so you keep your number for calls and bank SMS. Less plastic, zero queues, and internet ready before you take off.
Does the eSIM work in Riyadh, Jeddah, or Mecca?
Yes. The eSIM connects to the antennas of STC, Mobily, and Zain, which cover Riyadh, Jeddah, Mecca, Medina, Dammam, and tourist areas such as AlUla, Abha, or Taif. In urban centers and on main highways, you will have stable 4G/5G; in the middle of the desert, the signal depends on the operator's coverage, just like with any local SIM.
How do I activate the Saudi Arabia eSIM?
After purchase, you will receive a QR code by email. You scan it from your phone's settings to install the eSIM before your flight, and upon arrival in Saudi Arabia, you activate the data and you're good to go. You only need an eSIM-compatible phone and to have data roaming enabled for that line. If it's your first time, follow our eSIM guide step by step and you'll be connected in a couple of minutes.
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