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STC Quicknet Prepaid Internet Packages Saudi Arabia 2026 (Updated)

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STC prepaid internet packages in Saudi Arabia operate under the Sawa brand in 2026. The cheapest monthly package is Sawa Basic at SAR 34.50 with 1 GB internet, 1 GB social media, and 100 minutes. The most popular mid-range option is Sawa Like Plus at SAR 86.25 with 15 GB internet, 15 GB social media, and 500 minutes. The premium unlimited option is Sawa Hero at SAR 414 with unlimited data, unlimited social media, and unlimited calls. To activate any Sawa package, send the package code by SMS to 900.

Quick Reference: Essential STC Prepaid Codes

ActionMethod
Activate any Sawa packageSend activation code via SMS to 900
Check balance and dataSend BAL to 900, or dial *166#
View active packagesDial *188# or send SAWA to 900
Check available offersSend 8888 to 900 or open mySTC app
Daily unlimited top-up (when data runs out)Send 2120 to 900 (SAR 23)
Customer careCall 900 (free from STC)
New Sawa SIM cost (2026)SAR 34.50 including 15% VAT
All pricesInclude 15% VAT

What Is STC Sawa?

Sawa (سوا) is STC’s prepaid mobile service brand. It is the prepaid line that millions of Saudi residents, expatriates, students, Hajj and Umrah pilgrims, and short-stay visitors use to get connected without a long-term contract or Iqama-based postpaid commitment.

STC is Saudi Arabia’s largest telecom operator with the widest 5G network coverage in the Kingdom. All Sawa prepaid packages run on STC’s 5G network where coverage is available, providing real-world download speeds of 100 to 400 Mbps in Riyadh, Jeddah, Dammam, Makkah, and Madinah.

The 2026 Sawa portfolio is organized into three main categories:

Sawa packages: Core monthly plans combining data, social media data, and local call minutes for domestic Saudi use.

Sawa Flex packages: Plans combining data, social media data, and Flex Minutes, where a single allowance covers both local Saudi calls and international calls to 17+ countries including Pakistan, India, Bangladesh, the Philippines, Egypt, and more. The essential choice for expats who call home.

Quicknet packages: Data-only SIM packages for tablets, mobile hotspots (MyFi), and users who want no calls, just data, at extended validity options up to 3 months.

Part 1: Sawa Monthly Prepaid Internet Packages 2026

These are the core Sawa plans for residents and daily users. Activation is by SMS to 900. All prices include 15% VAT. All plans have 28-day validity unless stated otherwise.

Sawa Basic

PriceSAR 34.50
Data1 GB
Social Media1 GB
Local Minutes100 minutes (off-net, any network)
Validity28 days
Activation codeSend 7030 to 900
Best forLight users; backup SIM; very low usage months

Sawa Like

PriceSAR 57.50
Data8 GB
Social Media8 GB
Local Minutes300 minutes
Validity28 days
Activation codeSend 7058 to 900
Best forLight to moderate users needing more than the basic plan

Sawa Like Plus (Most Popular Mid-Range Plan)

PriceSAR 86.25
Data15 GB
Social Media15 GB
Local Minutes500 minutes
Validity28 days
Activation codeSend 7175 to 900
Best forMost residents; solid balance of data, social, and calls

The Sawa Like Plus is consistently the most recommended mid-range STC prepaid plan. 30 GB total (15 GB data + 15 GB social) covers the majority of users’ monthly needs at an accessible price.

Sawa Plus

PriceSAR 115.00
Data30 GB
Social Media25 GB
Local Minutes1,000 minutes
Validity28 days
Activation codeSend 7095 to 900
Best forModerate to heavy data users wanting solid local call minutes

Sawa Star

PriceSAR 230.00
DataUnlimited
Social MediaUnlimited
Local MinutesUnlimited (STC on-net)
Validity28 days
Activation codeSend 7230 to 900
Best forHeavy users wanting unlimited data with strong on-net calling
NoteUnlimited STC-to-STC calls; off-net call rates apply after included minutes

Sawa Star Plus

PriceSAR 276.00
Data120 GB
Social MediaUnlimited
Local Minutes1,500 minutes (any network)
Validity28 days
Activation codeSend 7276 to 900
Best forHeavy data users needing unlimited social and broad local calling

Sawa Hero (The Unlimited Everything Plan)

PriceSAR 414.00
DataUnlimited
Social MediaUnlimited
Local CallsUnlimited (all Saudi networks)
SMSUnlimited
Validity30 days
Activation codeSend 7360 to 900
Best forPower users; mobile hotspot users; anyone who wants no limits

Sawa Hero is STC’s flagship prepaid unlimited plan. Unlike Sawa Star (which has unlimited STC on-net calls), Sawa Hero provides unlimited calls to all Saudi networks. Validity is 30 days rather than 28 days. No Fair Use Policy throttling on data.

To deactivate Sawa Hero auto-renewal: Send 07360 to 900.

Part 2: Sawa Flex Packages 2026 (Data + International Calling)

Sawa Flex plans are the most important category for expats. They combine data, social media data, and Flex Minutes where a single minute allowance covers both local Saudi calls and international calls to a list of countries including Pakistan, India, Bangladesh, Philippines, Egypt, UAE, Kuwait, Oman, and more.

Countries covered by Flex Minutes (international calls): Bahrain, Bangladesh, China, Egypt, India, Indonesia, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Nepal, Oman, Pakistan, Philippines, Qatar, Sudan, UAE, and Yemen (standard Flex 65 list). Higher Flex plans may extend coverage.

Social media covered in all Flex plans: YouTube, WhatsApp, Instagram, Facebook, Snapchat, X (Twitter), JACO, and Twitch.

Sawa Flex Basic

PriceSAR 40.25
Data1 GB
Social Media1 GB
Flex MinutesFree international minutes (select countries) + 100 off-net local minutes
Validity28 days
ActivationmySTC app or STC portal
Best forBudget users who occasionally call home

Sawa Flex 65

PriceSAR 74.75
Data9 GB
Social Media6 GB
Flex Minutes350 Flex Minutes (local and international to 17 countries)
Validity28 days
Activation codeSend 7066 to 900
Best forExpats on a budget who call home regularly

Sawa Flex Pakistan

PriceSAR 80.50
Data15 GB
Social Media20 GB
Flex Minutes300 Flex Minutes (Pakistan + local calls)
Validity28 days
Best forPakistani expats specifically targeting calls to Pakistan

Sawa Flex India

PriceSAR 115.00
Data30 GB
Social Media20 GB
Flex Minutes1,000 Flex Minutes (India + local calls)
Validity28 days
Best forIndian expats with high call volume to India

Sawa Flex 100 (The All-Rounder)

PriceSAR 115.00
Data36 GB
Social Media25 GB
Flex Minutes1,000 Flex Minutes (local and international)
Validity28 days
Activation codeSend 7095 to 900
Best forExpats wanting a strong balance of data + social + international calls

Sawa Flex 100 is consistently highlighted as the best-value all-rounder in the 2026 STC Flex lineup. At SAR 115 it offers 61 GB total data (36 GB + 25 GB social) and 1,000 Flex minutes covering both local and international calls.

Sawa Flex 150

PriceSAR 172.50
Data55 GB
Social MediaUnlimited
Flex Minutes1,500 Flex Minutes
Validity28 days
Activation codeSend 7150 to 900
Best forHeavy data users who also need strong international calling

Part 3: Daily STC Prepaid Internet Packages 2026

Daily Unlimited Data

PriceSAR 23.00
DataUnlimited for 24 hours
Validity1 day
Activation codeSend 2120 to 900
Best forEmergency top-up when monthly plan data runs out; short-stay visitors
Key useIf you are on a Flex plan and run out of data mid-month, send 2120 to 900 for SAR 23 unlimited data for 1 day

Part 4: Weekly STC Sawa Internet Package 2026

Sawa Weekly (7-Day Plan)

PriceSAR 28.75
Data2 GB
Social Media2 GB
Local Minutes200 minutes
Validity7 days
Activation codeSend 7025 to 900
Best forShort-stay visitors; pilgrims on Umrah; travelers who need a week of connectivity

Part 5: Quicknet Prepaid Data-Only Packages 2026

Quicknet packages are STC’s data-only prepaid SIM plans for tablets, mobile hotspots (MyFi devices), laptops, and users who want data without call minutes. They are purchased as a separate SIM.

PackageDataValidityPrice (SAR, incl. VAT)Activation
Quicknet MonthlyUnlimited30 days391.00*155*[recharge card]*[ID]#
Quicknet 3-MonthUnlimited90 days1,138.50Same as above
Quicknet 600 GB600 GB6 months1,035.00Same as above

New Quicknet SIM cost: Available at STC stores. Bring Iqama (residents) or passport (visitors).

To activate a Quicknet SIM: Dial *155*[Quicknet recharge card number]*[your ID number]# and press call.

Best for: Tablet and laptop users; mobile hotspot sharing; 3-month unlimited option for long-stay visitors; cost-conscious heavy users (600 GB for 6 months at SAR 1,035 works out to approximately SAR 172/month effective cost).

Part 6: STC Visitor SIM Packages 2026

Visitor packages are for Hajj and Umrah pilgrims, tourists, and short-stay visitors. No Iqama required. Available at STC stores at airports and branches throughout Saudi Arabia.

PackageDataSocialLocal MinutesInternationalValidityPrice (SAR)
Visitor 355 GBNone60 minYes (select)2 weeks40.25
Visitor 5221 GBNone120 minYes2 weeks60.00
Visitor 6530 GBNone180 minYes3 weeks75.00
Visitor 8920 GBUnlimited120 min40 countries28 days102.35
Visitor 10461 GBNone300 minYes4 weeks120.00
Visitor 165100 GBNone600 minYes4 weeks190.00

International calling countries (Visitor 29 list includes): India, Pakistan, Philippines, Bangladesh, Egypt, Indonesia, UAE, Yemen, Jordan, Nigeria, Sudan. Higher plans extend to USA, UK, Canada, Australia, France, Germany, and most of the Middle East.

Best for Hajj and Umrah pilgrims:

  • Short 2-week Umrah: Visitor 52 (SAR 60) or Visitor 65 (SAR 75)
  • Full 4-week Umrah: Visitor 89 (SAR 102.35) for unlimited social plus data, or Visitor 104 (SAR 120) for maximum data

How to Activate STC Prepaid Internet Packages

Method 1: SMS to 900 (Fastest)

  1. Open your messaging app
  2. Type the activation code (for example, 7175 for Sawa Like Plus)
  3. Send the message to 900
  4. You receive a confirmation SMS within 30 seconds
  5. Data activates immediately

Method 2: mySTC App (Recommended for Managing Your Account)

  1. Download the mySTC app from the App Store (iOS) or Google Play (Android)
  2. Log in with your STC number and password
  3. Go to Packages or Internet Packages
  4. Browse available plans and select your preferred package
  5. Confirm and pay
  6. Package activates immediately

Method 3: Dial *188# (USSD)

  1. Dial *188# from your STC phone
  2. Navigate the menu to Internet Packages or Packages
  3. Select your preferred plan from the menu options
  4. Confirm selection
  5. Package activates

Method 4: STC Website (stc.com.sa)

  1. Go to stc.com.sa and log in to your account
  2. Navigate to My Account then Packages
  3. Browse available plans and select
  4. Confirm and pay online

Method 5: STC Branch

Visit any STC store with your Iqama (residents) or passport (visitors). Staff can activate packages and assist with SIM setup.

People Also Ask: What Is the Cheapest STC Internet Package in Saudi Arabia in 2026?

The cheapest STC prepaid monthly internet package is Sawa Basic at SAR 34.50, providing 1 GB data + 1 GB social media data + 100 local call minutes, valid for 28 days. Activate by sending 7030 to 900.

For the cheapest daily option: SAR 23 for unlimited data for 1 day (send 2120 to 900).

For the cheapest weekly option: Sawa Weekly at SAR 28.75 for 2 GB + 2 GB social + 200 minutes for 7 days (send 7025 to 900).

For visitors and pilgrims: Visitor 35 at SAR 40.25 for 5 GB + 60 local minutes for 2 weeks.

People Also Ask: How Do I Activate an STC Sawa Internet Package?

Send the activation code as an SMS to 900. For example, send 7175 to 900 for the Sawa Like Plus package (SAR 86.25, 15 GB + 15 GB social + 500 minutes). You can also activate through the mySTC app under Packages, via the USSD menu by dialing *188#, or online at stc.com.sa. Packages activate within 30 seconds of the SMS confirmation.

People Also Ask: What Is the STC Unlimited Internet Package Price in 2026?

STC offers three unlimited data options in 2026:

  • Daily Unlimited (1 day): SAR 23 — send 2120 to 900
  • Sawa Hero (30 days): SAR 414 — unlimited data, social, calls to all networks — send 7360 to 900
  • Quicknet Monthly (30 days, data SIM): SAR 391 — data only, no calls
  • Quicknet 3-Month (90 days, data SIM): SAR 1,138.50

Sawa Hero at SAR 414 is the premium unlimited prepaid plan for mobile SIM users. It is the only STC prepaid plan offering unlimited data with unlimited calls to all Saudi networks (not just STC-to-STC) on a 30-day validity.

People Also Ask: What Is the Difference Between STC Sawa and Sawa Flex?

Sawa packages are for domestic Saudi use only. Minutes included are local Saudi call minutes for calling any number within Saudi Arabia.

Sawa Flex packages include Flex Minutes, which work as a combined allowance covering both local Saudi calls and international calls to a list of countries (Pakistan, India, Bangladesh, Philippines, Egypt, UAE, Kuwait, Oman, and others depending on the plan). Sawa Flex is the better choice for any expat who regularly calls their home country.

Summary:

People Also Ask: How Do I Check My STC Sawa Internet Balance?

Three methods:

SMS method: Send BAL to 900. You receive an SMS showing your remaining balance, data, and minutes.

USSD method: Dial *166# for balance and data summary.

mySTC app: Log in and the Dashboard shows real-time remaining data, social data, call minutes, and expiry date for active packages.

Check active packages: Dial *188# to see which packages are currently active on your number.

People Also Ask: Can I Use STC Sawa Without an Iqama?

Yes. STC Sawa prepaid SIMs are available to both Iqama holders and visitors. Visitors (Hajj pilgrims, Umrah visitors, tourists) can purchase a Visitor SIM at any STC store or at airports using their passport and Saudi visa. No Iqama required for visitor and prepaid SIMs.

For standard Sawa monthly plans (Sawa Basic, Flex, Hero), an Iqama number may be required at SIM registration. In practice, the SIM is registered to the Iqama or passport of the person purchasing it.

New Sawa SIM cost in 2026: SAR 34.50 including 15% VAT. Ignore older information suggesting SAR 5; that price has not applied since VAT regulations changed.

People Also Ask: What Social Media Apps Are Included in STC Sawa Plans?

All STC Sawa packages include a separate social media data allowance for these apps:

YouTube, WhatsApp, Instagram, Facebook, Snapchat, X (Twitter), JACO, and Twitch.

Social media data is separate from your main data allowance. When your main data (e.g., 15 GB on Sawa Like Plus) runs out, your social media apps continue running on the separate social data allowance (15 GB social on Sawa Like Plus).

Streaming music, email, browsing, and apps not listed above consume your main data allowance, not the social data.

All Activation Codes at a Glance

PackageCodeSMS toPrice (SAR)
Daily Unlimited (1 day)212090023.00
Sawa Weekly (7 days)702590028.75
Sawa Basic (28 days)703090034.50
Sawa Like (28 days)705890057.50
Sawa Like Plus (28 days)717590086.25
Sawa Flex 65 (28 days)706690074.75
Sawa Flex 100 (28 days)7095900115.00
Sawa Plus (28 days)7095900115.00
Sawa Flex 150 (28 days)7150900172.50
Sawa Star (28 days)7230900230.00
Sawa Star Plus (28 days)7276900276.00
Sawa Hero (30 days)7360900414.00
Check available offers8888900Free
Check active packagesDial *188#—Free
Check balanceBAL900Free
Deactivate Sawa Hero07360900—

Who Should Choose Which STC Sawa Plan in 2026?

User ProfileRecommended PlanWhy
Light user, local calls onlySawa Basic (SAR 34.50)Enough data for basic use, 100 minutes
Average resident, local callsSawa Like Plus (SAR 86.25)Best-value mid-range, 30 GB total
Expat calling Pakistan/IndiaSawa Flex Pakistan or Flex IndiaInternational Flex minutes
Expat calling multiple countriesSawa Flex 65 (SAR 74.75)350 Flex minutes to 17 countries
Best all-round for expatSawa Flex 100 (SAR 115)61 GB + 1,000 Flex minutes
Heavy data, max callingSawa Flex 150 (SAR 172.50)55 GB + unlimited social + 1,500 minutes
Unlimited everythingSawa Hero (SAR 414)No limits on data, social, or calls
Tablet/hotspot onlyQuicknet Monthly (SAR 391)Data SIM, no calls needed
Short-term visitor (2 weeks)Visitor 52 (SAR 60)21 GB + calls
Hajj/Umrah pilgrim (4 weeks)Visitor 89 (SAR 102.35)20 GB + unlimited social + 40-country calls

STC vs Mobily vs Zain: Prepaid Internet Comparison 2026

FeatureSTC (Sawa)MobilyZain
Entry monthly planSAR 34.50 (1 GB + 100 min)SAR 34.50 (1 GB + 100 min)SAR 79.35 (Flex F69, 10 GB)
Mid-range popularSAR 86.25 (15 GB + 500 min)SAR 86.25 (20 GB + 500 min)SAR 113.85 (F99, 25 GB)
Unlimited monthlySAR 414 (Sawa Hero)SAR 395 (unlimited calls + data)SAR 373.75
International calls built-inYes (Flex plans)Separate add-onYes (Flex plans)
Widest 5G coverageYes (largest network KSA)Strong urban64 cities
Social media appsYouTube, WhatsApp, IG, FB, Snapchat, X, JACO, TwitchYouTube, WhatsApp, IG, FB, Snapchat, X, JACOYouTube, WhatsApp, IG, FB, Snapchat, X
Visitor SIM fromSAR 40.25 (2 weeks)SAR 34.50 (2 weeks)SAR 40 (2 weeks)

Summary: STC and Mobily match on entry price (SAR 34.50 for the Basic plan). STC leads on network coverage (widest 5G in Saudi Arabia), social media app coverage (includes Twitch), and Flex international calling options. Mobily leads on the unlimited plan price (SAR 395 vs SAR 414 for STC Sawa Hero).

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STC offer check code: Dial *188# to view your active packages and current offers, or send 8888 to 900 to check current promotions.

STC internet balance check code: Send BAL to 900, or dial *166#. The mySTC app also shows real-time data balance on the Dashboard.

STC 3-month unlimited price: The Quicknet 3-month unlimited data SIM costs SAR 1,138.50. This is a data-only Quicknet SIM, not a voice SIM. Best for heavy hotspot users.

STC Sawa Hero deactivation: Send 07360 to 900 to cancel auto-renewal on Sawa Hero.

STC prepaid packages for tourists: Use the STC Visitor SIM packages. No Iqama needed. Visitor 89 (SAR 102.35) is the most popular for 28-day visits including Hajj and Umrah, offering 20 GB data + unlimited social + 120 local minutes + calls to 40 countries.

How to recharge STC Sawa balance: Use the mySTC app (card payment), STC website, SADAD in your bank app, ATM with SADAD, or purchase a physical STC recharge voucher at any petrol station, supermarket, or convenience store. Physical vouchers come in denominations from SAR 17.39 to SAR 300.

STC packages for Pakistan calling: Use Sawa Flex Pakistan (SAR 80.50, 300 Flex minutes to Pakistan + 15 GB data) or Sawa Flex 65 (SAR 74.75, 350 Flex minutes to 17 countries including Pakistan). Flex minutes cover both local Saudi calls and international calls within the same allowance.

STC SIM registration: New STC SIMs require biometric registration at an STC branch with your Iqama (residents) or passport (visitors). Prepaid SIMs purchased at the airport are registered at point of sale using your travel document.

mySTC app download: Search “mySTC” on the Apple App Store or Google Play Store. The app is the most convenient method for package management, balance checks, account settings, and activating offers.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the best STC prepaid internet package in Saudi Arabia in 2026?

For most residents: Sawa Like Plus at SAR 86.25 (15 GB + 15 GB social + 500 local minutes, 28 days). For expats calling home: Sawa Flex 100 at SAR 115 (61 GB total + 1,000 Flex international minutes). For unlimited everything: Sawa Hero at SAR 414 (unlimited data, social, and calls to all Saudi networks). For short-stay visitors: Visitor 89 at SAR 102.35 (28 days, unlimited social, calls to 40 countries).

Q: How do I activate an STC internet package by SMS?

Send the activation code via SMS to 900. Example: send 7175 to 900 for Sawa Like Plus. Confirmation arrives within 30 seconds. Works from any STC prepaid number without internet access.

Q: What is the STC daily unlimited internet package price?

SAR 23 for unlimited data valid 24 hours. Send 2120 to 900 to activate. This is also the recommended emergency top-up when your monthly data runs out: SAR 23 gets you unlimited data for the rest of that day.

Q: How do I check my STC data balance?

Send BAL to 900 for an SMS balance summary. Dial *166# for a USSD balance display. Or open the mySTC app for a real-time dashboard.

Q: What is Sawa Flex and how is it different from standard Sawa?

Sawa Flex plans include Flex Minutes, a combined allowance usable for both local Saudi calls and international calls to 17+ countries (Pakistan, India, Bangladesh, Philippines, Egypt, UAE, Kuwait, Oman, and others). Standard Sawa plans have local Saudi minutes only. Sawa Flex is the better choice for anyone who regularly calls outside Saudi Arabia.

Q: Can tourists and pilgrims use STC Sawa without an Iqama?

Yes. STC Visitor SIM packages are available at airports and STC stores using only a passport and Saudi visa. No Iqama required. Visitor packages start at SAR 40.25 (2 weeks, 5 GB) up to SAR 190 (4 weeks, 100 GB).

Q: What is the STC unlimited data plan for 3 months?

The Quicknet 3-month unlimited data SIM costs SAR 1,138.50 and provides unlimited data for 90 days. This is a data-only SIM (no calls). Best for tablet users, mobile hotspot users, and heavy internet users wanting a 3-month solution.

Q: How much does a new STC Sawa SIM cost in 2026?

A new STC Sawa SIM costs SAR 34.50 in 2026, inclusive of 15% VAT. Older information suggesting SAR 5 is outdated.

Summary: All STC Sawa Plans at a Glance

CategoryPlanPrice (SAR)DataCode to 900
DailyUnlimited 1 day23.00Unlimited2120
WeeklySawa Weekly28.752 GB + 2 GB social7025
MonthlySawa Basic34.501 GB + 1 GB social7030
MonthlySawa Like57.508 GB + 8 GB social7058
MonthlySawa Flex 6574.759 GB + 6 GB social7066
MonthlySawa Like Plus86.2515 GB + 15 GB social7175
MonthlySawa Flex Pakistan80.5015 GB + 20 GB socialVia app
MonthlySawa Flex India115.0030 GB + 20 GB socialVia app
MonthlySawa Flex 100115.0036 GB + 25 GB social7095
MonthlySawa Flex 150172.5055 GB + Unlimited social7150
MonthlySawa Star230.00Unlimited + Unlimited social7230
MonthlySawa Star Plus276.00120 GB + Unlimited social7276
MonthlySawa Hero414.00Unlimited + Unlimited social7360
Data SIMQuicknet Monthly391.00Unlimited*155*
Data SIMQuicknet 3-Month1,138.50Unlimited*155*
Data SIMQuicknet 600 GB1,035.00600 GB (6 months)*155*

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DISCLAIMER: Package details, prices, activation codes, and social media coverage are subject to change by STC at any time. All prices include 15% VAT. Saudi Scoop is not affiliated with STC. Always verify current plans at stc.com.sa or via the mySTC app before subscribing.

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