Makkah eSIM — Stay Connected for Umrah & Hajj
1GB / 7 days
$3.90
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Makkah eSIM — Stay Connected for Umrah & Hajj
$3.90
Travelling to Makkah for Umrah or Hajj? Your Makkah eSIM keeps you connected around the Haram and across all of Saudi Arabia. Reach your group, video-call family back home and look up prayer times — with no roaming fees and no SIM queues.
Why a Makkah eSIM?
- Connected on arrival — install at home and land in Jeddah or Makkah already online.
- Covers all of Saudi Arabia — Makkah, Madinah, Jeddah and the routes between them.
- Keep your number — data-only, so your home SIM stays in for calls and codes.
Stay in touch during your pilgrimage
Around the Masjid al-Haram you'll want to share the moment with family, find your group and follow your schedule. Saudi Arabia has strong 4G/5G coverage; during the busiest prayer times, text and voice notes get through more reliably than heavy video.
How much data do you need?
For messaging, maps and photos, a mid-size plan is plenty. If you'll video-call family daily or livestream from the Haram, size up. You can add another plan in minutes.
Set up before you travel
Install at home over Wi‑Fi and switch it on when you land. See our setup guide — about five minutes.
FAQ
Does it work in both Makkah and Madinah?
Yes — this eSIM covers the whole of Saudi Arabia, including both holy cities.
Can my family reach me?
Yes — keep your home SIM in for calls and texts; the eSIM handles your data.
- Networks: STC 5G
- 4G/LTE and 5G where the local network supports it
- Hotspot and tethering supported
- Validity starts on first connection in Saudi Arabia, not at purchase
- Data only — no phone number, no calls, no SMS
- Install now, travel later — usable for 180 days after purchase
Built for pilgrims: no queuing at a SIM shop after a long flight, and your own number stays in the phone for calls and WhatsApp.
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Delivered in minutes
QR code by email, right after payment
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180-day refund
Full refund if you never install it
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Keep your number
Your own SIM stays in the phone
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Data only
No calls or SMS — apps work as usual
Makkah travel data eSIM
What is a Makkah eSIM?
A Makkah eSIM gives visitors a data‑only plan that activates on Saudi Arabia’s mobile networks, letting you stay online while you travel around the holy city and the rest of the Kingdom. After scanning the QR code before departure, the eSIM is ready to use as soon as you connect, so you can check prayer times, share photos, and coordinate with your group without dealing with local SIM cards.
When you arrive, the eSIM connects to STC 5G’s network, which powers all data sessions across Saudi Arabia. The plan works wherever STC operates, so you can move between the Haram, the city centre, and other regions without changing settings. Your device remains on the same plan for the whole validity period.
Operators on this planSTC 5G
No physical SIM card100% digital, delivered as a QR code
4G/LTE and 5GWhere the local network supports it
Keep your home numberData only: calls and texts stay on your own SIM
Fixed price, no surprisesPaid up front, no meter running
Local networks
Which networks you connect to in Makkah
The eSIM links to STC 5G, one of Saudi Arabia’s main operators. Data traffic runs over STC’s infrastructure, and the quality of service depends on the specific STC network you are near. As you travel from Makkah to other Saudi cities, the eSIM continues to use the same operator, providing a consistent experience wherever STC is present.
STC 5G
5 plans are available for Makkah, from $3.90 up to $38.90. Every plan is data only, delivered by QR code, and starts counting when you connect on arrival.
MakkahMinaArafatJeddahOne plan for all of Makkah, starting on first connection.
Good to know
Staying connected in Makkah: practical tips
Al HaramUse mobile data for the official pilgrimage app to view Masjid al‑Haram schedules, locate entrances, and receive real‑time updates on crowd flow.
Jabal al‑NourDownload a translation and map app to navigate the trail to the Cave of Hira and read informational signs without paper guides.
Al AwaliRide‑hailing apps rely on data for booking taxis and checking arrival times, making it easier to move between hotels and the city centre.
Four simple steps to use CometSIM
From checking your phone to landing online — the whole thing takes about two minutes, and you do most of it before you fly.
Step 1
Compatibility
Make sure your phone works with eSIM. It takes ten seconds — just dial a code and check.
Check compatibility
Step 2
Destination
Choose your country and the data plan that fits your trip. Prices are in USD, no surprises.
See all destinations
Step 3
Install your eSIM
Scan the QR code we email you. Install it at home on Wi-Fi — ready in a couple of minutes.
Setup guide
Step 4
Land & connect
Switch it on when you arrive. Your data starts on arrival, and your own number stays exactly where it is.
You’re online
Complete your trip
Add VPN
Add CometSIM VPN to your trip
Stay safe on hotel and airport Wi-Fi and reach home content. Your eSIM carries the data, the VPN protects it.
Questions people actually ask
If yours is not here, write to us — we answer within 24 hours.
Which operators does the Makkah eSIM use and what does that mean for me?
The eSIM connects to STC 5G. This gives you access to STC’s network throughout Saudi Arabia, so you can use data services wherever STC operates without needing a local SIM card.
Can I use the eSIM outside Makkah in other parts of Saudi Arabia?
Yes. The plan is a Saudi Arabia eSIM, so it remains active and usable in any region of the Kingdom where STC’s network is available.
Which plan size is best for a short visit to Makkah?
For a brief stay, the 1 GB / 7‑day plan often covers essential browsing and messaging, while the 3 GB / 30‑day option provides extra flexibility if your itinerary extends or you anticipate heavier use.
Will I lose my own phone number?
No. Your physical SIM stays in the phone and keeps your number for calls and WhatsApp. The eSIM only carries data, so both work side by side.
When does my plan start counting down?
When the eSIM first connects to a network at your destination — not when you buy it. So you can install it days before you fly without losing any time.
Is my phone compatible?
Most phones from 2018 onwards are: iPhone XS and later, Google Pixel 3 and later, Samsung Galaxy S20 and later. Your phone also has to be carrier-unlocked. Dial *#06# — if an EID appears, you have eSIM. Full list on our Device Compatibility page.
How fast will I get my QR code?
Usually within a couple of minutes of payment, by email. If it has not arrived, check spam first, then write to us and we will resend it immediately.
Can I use hotspot or tethering?
Yes, on every plan we sell. Share the connection with a laptop, a tablet or the rest of your group.
What if I change my mind?
If you have not installed the eSIM, you get a full refund within 180 days. Once a profile is activated and data has been used it cannot be refunded — the allowance is consumed from the network. Full detail in our Refund Policy.
Do you sell plans for groups?
Yes. For Umrah and Hajj groups, student trips and tour operators we deliver the QR codes as a single batch before departure, at group rates. Email us with your group size and destination.