In Madinah, a travel eSIM keeps you connected around Masjid an-Nabawi and your hotel, on one of Saudi Arabia's main 5G networks (STC, Mobily or Zain) where available. It is data-only, so your own number stays active on your main SIM.
Around the Prophet's Mosque
Use maps to find your way between your hotel and Masjid an-Nabawi, and WhatsApp to regroup with your party in the busy areas. Coverage is good across the central districts, with speeds varying in the most crowded spots at peak prayer times, as on any network.
A simple data guide
A stay in Madinah leans on calls home, maps and group chat. A daily voice call home is only 20 to 30 MB per hour; video is around 200 to 300 MB. A plan of 8 to 15GB covers a typical Madinah stay comfortably.
Travelling from Makkah
If you arrive from Makkah on the Haramain high-speed rail, the same eSIM keeps working along the route and on into Madinah, so you stay reachable the whole way.
Frequently asked questions
Does the eSIM work near Masjid an-Nabawi? Yes, on 5G where available across central Madinah. Speeds can dip in the busiest areas at peak times.
How much data for a week in Madinah? Around 8 to 15GB covers maps, group chat and a daily call home.
Which network does it use? One of STC, Mobily or Zain, depending on coverage.
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