Saudi Arabia eSIM for Travel — STC Network, Instant QR

Saudi Arabia eSIM

From$7.49

Network

STC (5G)

Data type

Daily data / Fixed data

Validity

5–30 days

Choose your eSIM

1. Service days

2. Data

3. Number of eSIMs

From

$7.49

Choose service days and data

Instant QR delivery by email

Secure payment — Visa, Mastercard, PayPal, Apple Pay

Keep your own phone number

Support via WhatsApp — replies within minutes

How it works

1. Choose your plan

Pick a network and the number of days that fit your trip, then pay with PayPal, card or Apple Pay.

2. Get your QR by email

Your eSIM and QR code arrive by email instantly after payment — install before you fly.

3. Scan and connect

Scan the QR to install, then turn on data roaming when you land. You are online in minutes.

Saudi Arabia eSIM — Riyadh, Jeddah, Mecca and Medina

A BellRoam Saudi Arabia eSIM gives you mobile data across Saudi Arabia without buying a SIM on arrival. Receive the QR code by email, install it before you fly and switch it on when you land in Riyadh, Jeddah or Medina.

Network and coverage


Network	STC
Strong coverage	Riyadh, Jeddah, Mecca, Medina, Dammam and AlUla town
Weaker spots	The Empty Quarter, long desert highways and some mountain areas in Asir

The network shown on each plan is the one your eSIM connects to.

Which plan should I choose?

Business trip to Riyadh or Jeddah: maps, messaging, ride-hailing and social media fit in a small total-data plan.
Umrah or two weeks touring: choose a mid-size plan if you navigate all day, upload photos or share a hotspot.
Remote work or lots of video: pick the largest plan and use Wi-Fi for big downloads.

eSIM, local SIM or roaming?

	BellRoam eSIM	Airport SIM	Roaming from home
Ready when you land	Yes, installed before you fly	After queueing and registration	Yes
Keep your own number	Yes, on your main SIM	You swap SIM cards	Yes
Cost	Prepaid, fixed price	Tourist prices at the airport	Often the most expensive

Tips for Saudi Arabia

Around the Grand Mosque in Mecca and the Prophet's Mosque in Medina, networks can be congested at peak prayer times.
Uber and Careem need data in the big cities.

Visiting more than Saudi Arabia?

A Saudi Arabia plan works in Saudi Arabia only. Visiting neighbours too? Buy a plan for each country: the UAE, Qatar.

Get connected in 3 steps

Choose a plan by data amount and validity, then pay by card, PayPal or wallet.
Receive your QR code by email within minutes.
Scan it in your phone's settings, then turn on the BellRoam line and data roaming in Saudi Arabia.

If the eSIM cannot be installed or activated because of a fault on our side or the network's, you get a full refund under our refund policy. See also the installation guide and compatible devices.

Frequently asked questions

What is the best eSIM for Saudi Arabia?

One that uses a strong local network and matches your trip length. Our Saudi Arabia plans run on STC.

Which network does the Saudi Arabia eSIM use?

STC. The network is also shown on each plan before you buy.

Does it work in Mecca and Medina for Umrah?

Yes, both cities are well covered. Expect slower speeds when crowds peak around the holy mosques.

Can I keep WhatsApp and my own number?

Yes. Your main SIM stays in the phone for calls, texts and bank codes, and WhatsApp keeps working over the eSIM's data.

Do I get a local phone number in Saudi Arabia?

No, these are data plans. Use WhatsApp or other apps for calls.

Can I share data with a hotspot?

Hotspot support is shown on each plan. Where supported, you can share data with a laptop or a travel companion.

Can I use the Saudi Arabia eSIM in the UAE or Qatar?

No, a Saudi Arabia plan works in Saudi Arabia only. Buy a separate plan for each country you visit.

Will it work on my phone?

Your phone must support eSIM and be carrier-unlocked. Most iPhones from XS/XR onward, recent Samsung Galaxy and Google Pixel models are compatible; check the compatibility page.