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Riyadh eSIM

81 Saudi Arabia plans · from $3.38

Riyadh has changed faster than almost any capital in the world — a six-line metro opened in 2024, tourist eVisas are straightforward, and Diriyah's mud-brick old city has been restored into a headline sight. A travel eSIM covers the capital, AlUla and the Red Sea coast on one plan.

Landing at King Khalid International (RUH)

The airport is 35km north and now connected by the Riyadh Metro, alongside the usual taxis and ride-hailing. Careem and Uber both operate and are the normal choice for anything off the metro lines.

eSIM plans that cover Riyadh

Riyadh is covered by every Saudi Arabia plan below — there is no separate city-only eSIM to buy.

Choose a data plan

1 GB

7 days· 0.4 GB per $1

$3.38

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Unlimited

1 days· ∞ GB per $1

$3.38

2 GB

15 days· 0.4 GB per $1

$5.79

3 GB

30 days· 0.4 GB per $1

$8.03

Unlimited

3 days· ∞ GB per $1

$8.61

5 GB

30 days· 0.5 GB per $1

$10.97

Unlimited

5 days· ∞ GB per $1

$11.60

Unlimited

7 days· ∞ GB per $1

$15.33

10 GB

30 days· 0.6 GB per $1

$19.53

Unlimited

10 days· ∞ GB per $1

$20.57

Unlimited

15 days· ∞ GB per $1

$30.27

20 GB

30 days· 0.7 GB per $1

$31.19

Unlimited

30 days· ∞ GB per $1

$60.16

50 GB

30 days· 0.7 GB per $1

$76.76

20 GB

Global - Max only

60 days· 0.2 GB per $1

$126.65

100 GB

30 days· 0.8 GB per $1

$149.80

50 GB

Global - Max only

90 days· 0.2 GB per $1

$299.22

Which networks you'll be on in Riyadh

Siima eSIMs for Saudi Arabia ride STC, Mobily and Zain KSA. Coverage across Riyadh and the main intercity highways is excellent, with 5G widespread in the capital.

Coverage around Riyadh

Riyadh Metro and the city

The new network has coverage across its stations and tunnels, and the city's districts — Olaya, Diplomatic Quarter, King Abdullah Financial District — are comprehensively served.

Diriyah and the historic sites

At-Turaif and the restored Diriyah district have strong signal throughout, including the walking routes along the wadi.

Edge of the World

The escarpment 90 minutes north-west is a genuine dead zone once you leave the highway, and the track needs a 4x4. Tell someone your plan and download the route — this is not a place to rely on live navigation.

AlUla and the Red Sea

AlUla town, Hegra and the resort areas are covered on the same country plan. The desert beyond the marked sites is not.

How much data you need

A week in Riyadh is 2–4 GB. Add data for a driving trip to AlUla or the coast — the distances between cities are very long.

Work it out with our data usage calculator →

Frequently asked questions

Can I make WhatsApp calls in Saudi Arabia?
Yes. Saudi Arabia lifted its restrictions on app-based voice and video calling in 2017, so WhatsApp, FaceTime and similar work normally — unlike the neighbouring UAE, where calling remains blocked at network level.
Does my Saudi eSIM work in AlUla, Jeddah and the Red Sea?
Yes. Siima plans for Saudi Arabia are country-wide, covering Riyadh, Jeddah, AlUla, Abha and the Red Sea coast on one eSIM. The open desert between them is a different matter.
How do I set up an eSIM before arriving in Riyadh?
Install it at home while you still have Wi-Fi: open Settings → Cellular → Add eSIM and scan the QR code from your Siima confirmation email. Leave the line switched off until you land — the plan starts counting from first use in Saudi Arabia, not from purchase.
How much data do I need for a trip to Riyadh?
A week in Riyadh is 2–4 GB. Add data for a driving trip to AlUla or the coast — the distances between cities are very long.
Is an eSIM cheaper than roaming in Riyadh?
Almost always. Daily roaming passes from most home carriers run $10–15 per day, while Siima plans covering Riyadh start from $3.38 for the whole trip. You also avoid per-megabyte charges if you exceed a roaming pass allowance.
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