Umrah is a journey of focus, but you still need to find your hotel, join your group, and tell your family you arrived safely. A travel eSIM gives you data from landing, without queuing for a SIM or paying roaming rates.
What an Umrah eSIM does (and does not do)
Our Saudi eSIM is a data-only plan on STC. It gives you internet for maps, WhatsApp, video calls and transport apps. It does not include a Saudi phone number, so keep your home SIM in the phone for calls and SMS.
Visas and entry requirements for Umrah are set by the Saudi authorities and change; please check the official Saudi sources or your licensed Umrah operator rather than relying on a travel-data guide.
Install before you fly
Install the eSIM at home on Wi-Fi, where you can follow the steps calmly. Validity starts only when it first connects in Saudi Arabia, so installing early does not use up days.
When you land, switch on the eSIM line for mobile data and turn data roaming on for it. Your phone must be eSIM-capable and carrier-unlocked.
Crowded hours around the Haram
Mobile networks near the Haram can slow down at peak times, and that is true for every operator. Download offline maps, save your hotel address and your group leader's number, and agree a meeting point in advance.
Which plan fits an Umrah trip?
Our Saudi plans start at 1GB for 7 days and go up to larger 30-day plans. For a 10–14 day trip with messaging, maps and some video calls home, 5–10GB is a comfortable range; light users can manage with 3GB. These are rough guides, not guarantees — video calls use far more than text.
Boarding passes for Saudi Arabia
Live prices in USD, all fees included.
SA · Nationwide
1GB
7 days · best entry price
$5.50
SA · Nationwide
2GB
15 days
$9.50
SA · Nationwide
3GB
15 days
$11.00
SA · Nationwide
3GB
30 days
$11.50
SA · Nationwide
5GB
30 days
$18.00
SA · Nationwide
10GB
30 days
$29.00
Quick answers
Which eSIM should I use for Umrah?
Pick one on a strong local network, with enough data for your days, and check your phone is unlocked. Ours runs on STC, which is usually strongest in Makkah, Madinah and Jeddah; check your signal at the holy sites.
Can I install the eSIM before I leave?
Yes. Install on Wi-Fi at home; validity starts when it first connects in Saudi Arabia.
Does the eSIM give me a Saudi number?
No. It is data only. Use WhatsApp or similar apps for calls, and keep your home SIM for SMS.
New to eSIM? Read the installation guide and check your phone on the compatibility page.