With a travel eSIM installed before you fly, you are online the instant you land at Riyadh (RUH) or Jeddah (JED), with no SIM kiosk queue. It is data-only on one of Saudi Arabia's main 5G networks (STC, Mobily or Zain) where available.
Online before the taxi rank
The eSIM activates when it first connects at the airport, so as you taxi in you can already book a ride, open maps, message family and pull up your hotel booking or visa details.
The quick setup on arrival
- Turn on the eSIM line.
- Enable data roaming for that line (normal for travel eSIMs).
- Set it as your data line.
You connect automatically. Your home SIM stays in place for your own number, and hotspot is supported.
Jeddah for Umrah arrivals
If you are arriving for Umrah, Jeddah is the gateway to Makkah and Madinah. Being online at JED means you can coordinate transport and stay in touch with your group from the moment you land. See how much data for a week in Saudi Arabia.
Frequently asked questions
Will the eSIM work inside the airport? Yes, once it connects to a local network you are online, including in the terminal.
What do I do the moment I land? Turn the eSIM line on, enable data roaming for it, and set it as the active data line.
Which network does it use? One of STC, Mobily or Zain, where available.