Riyadh, May 26 -- Saudi Arabia has enabled international pilgrims to activate eSIM cards directly through service provider applications, offering seamless digital connectivity upon arrival in the Kingdom.

The new service is part of a joint initiative by the Communications, Space and Technology Commission (CST), in collaboration with the Ministry of Interior and licensed telecom operators.

It allows pilgrims to request and activate eSIMs through a biometric verification process using the government's Absher platform, the Saudi Press Agency (SPA) reported.

This streamlined process ensures that pilgrims are connected upon arrival in the Kingdom, eliminating the need to visit service provider branches or wait until reaching their accommoda...