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Makkah eSIM: Stay Connected for Hajj & Umrah

Instant data in Makkah and Madinah for your pilgrimage — Nusuk, maps and calls home. No SIM swap, no KYC. Pay by card, Apple Pay or crypto.

June 19, 2026

Get instant mobile data in Makkah and Madinah the moment you arrive. A Makkah eSIM keeps you connected for Hajj or Umrah — the Nusuk and Tawakkalna apps, maps, ride-hailing and video calls home — with no physical SIM swap, no roaming fees and no KYC.

Why choose a Makkah eSIM?

  • Strong coverage on Saudi networks (STC, Mobily, Zain) in Makkah and Madinah, including the Haram areas
  • Supports the Nusuk and Tawakkalna apps, maps, ride-hailing and video calls home
  • Instant QR delivery by email — install before you fly, connect on arrival
  • No physical SIM swap, no roaming fees and no KYC or Absher registration
  • 7, 15 and 30-day plans to cover Umrah or the full Hajj period
  • Pay by Visa, Apple Pay or cryptocurrency

How it works

  1. Choose a plan for the length of your pilgrimage.
  2. Enter your email and pay by card, Apple Pay or crypto.
  3. Receive your eSIM QR code instantly by email.
  4. Install it in your phone settings and switch on data when you arrive.

Popular Makkah eSIM plans

  • Umrah — 7 or 15-day plan for Makkah and Madinah
  • Hajj — 30-day high-data plan covering the full pilgrimage
  • Family — multiple plans for travelling groups
  • Top-up — add data to your existing Makkah eSIM

FAQ

How does a Makkah eSIM work? You receive a QR code by email, install it before you fly, and switch it on when you arrive in Makkah or Madinah for instant data — no SIM swap needed.

Will it work for Hajj and Umrah? Yes — plans cover the pilgrimage period and support the Nusuk and Tawakkalna apps, maps and video calls home.

Which networks does it use? It connects to Saudi networks STC, Mobily and Zain, including coverage in the Haram areas of Makkah and Madinah.

Do I need ID or KYC? No — there is no KYC, no Absher registration and no SIM paperwork.

How can I pay for a Makkah eSIM? You can pay by Visa or Mastercard, Apple Pay, or cryptocurrency, and your QR code is delivered instantly by email.

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