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Hajj 2027

Phones, eSIMs and data for Hajj

Most UK pilgrims are better off with an eSIM or a local Saudi SIM than UK roaming. Set it up before you travel and carry a power bank, as charging points are limited in Mina and Arafah.

Last checked: November 2026. Written for pilgrims travelling from the UK.

Your options

OptionGood forWatch out for
UK roamingSimple, same numberCan be expensive for weeks of use; check your network's Saudi rates
eSIMSet up before you fly, data on landingYour phone must support eSIM and be unlocked
Local Saudi SIMOften good value for long staysNeeds registration with your passport on arrival

Before you fly