Pilgrims can now obtain eSIM from service providers Applications and activate it online upon arrival in Saudi Arabia

Posted by : Aahil Shaik Wednesday, May 21, 2025

Pilgrims can now obtain eSIM from service providers' Applications and activate it online upon arrival in Saudi Arabia

International pilgrims can now obtain and activate their eSIM cards immediately through service provider applications, providing seamless digital connectivity upon arrival in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, thanks to the authorities. Recommend: A pilgrim enters Saudi Arabia for Hajj on bicycle, traveling through 9 countries

With the support of the Ministry of the Interior (MoI) and authorized telecom providers, the Communications, Space, and Technology Commission (CST) coordinates the collaborative effort.

Through the "Absher" platform, pilgrims can obtain eSIM cards from local providers, which are thereafter digitally confirmed and activated through biometric verification.

It is not necessary for pilgrims to go to service branches or wait until they reach their accommodations because this procedure makes sure that they are connected as soon as they arrive.

As part of CST's larger efforts to provide assistance to pilgrims through the implementation of the latest digital technologies, this initiative has been launched. Most Viewed: Saudi King orders hosting of 1000 pilgrims at his expenses from Palestine

It shows the collaboration between government organizations and private sector partners in the process of providing services to visitors of the Holy Mosque, which reflects the Kingdom's commitment to providing a better customer experience.