Mobile SIM in Riyadh Airport

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Member since 29 November 2015

rakeshdevnaNew member24 April 2018 14:25:21

Hi forum members,

Im confused whether i should get a matrix card with Saudi roaming or are SIM cards available once you reach Riyadh airport.

Any latest update from group members will be helpful.

Thank you...Rakesh

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XTangBahrain/UAE/Saudi Arabia Expert24 April 2018 14:45:49

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Riyadh airport has kiosks for STC, Mobily and Zain. You can get a SIM card on arrival but like everything in Saudi, it is chaotic and depending on the queue (which no one follows), it might take you some time.

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rakeshdevnaNew member25 April 2018 06:13:33

Thank you very much for your response. Is iqama required? I have work visa valid for 90 days, but Iqama will take time.

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saimansGuest25 April 2018 06:38:39

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You can get one based on your Passport at the airport and later you have to register it on your iqama as and when you will get it.

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XTangBahrain/UAE/Saudi Arabia Expert25 April 2018 06:56:38

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Yep. No Iqama needed initially. Update the Iqama later when you get it.

LudiChris New member

Member since 20 January 2018

LudiChrisNew member08 May 2018 06:06:30

It's much easier at the Domestic flights terminal, where the queues were non-existent at the STC desk (no other expats fighting for SIMs!). A good idea to hang around a while to see it activate, then you can go back to the desk if nothing happens.

Make sure to clearly ask for phone and data if you want both - my wife got given a data-only card and it took ages to sort out and another trip to the airport.

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