City in Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia
Internet in Dammam: speed, SIM cards and coworking
Is the internet good in Dammam?
Median fixed broadband in Saudi Arabia is 168 Mbps and mobile is 227 Mbps (Speedtest Global Index, 2026-03). Fast wifi in malls and cafés; 5G is widespread. Adult and some political sites are blocked.
Getting online in Dammam
| Details | |
|---|---|
| Home fibre | Fibre from stc, Mobily and Zain in most buildings; about 200–400 SAR a month. |
| Cafés and coworking | Fast wifi in malls and cafés; 5G is widespread. Adult and some political sites are blocked. |
| Tourist SIM | stc, Mobily and Zain counters at airports and malls; passport and fingerprint registration required for a physical SIM. |
| eSIM | Local carriers sell eSIMs to visitors. |
| Carriers | stc, Mobily, Zain KSA |
| Monthly data plan | SR100–200 ($27–53) |
| Blocked services | Adult, gambling, LGBTQ+ and some political sites are blocked; WhatsApp calls work. VPN use is common. |
Coworking spaces in Dammam
Spaces we checked are open in 2026. Prices change; confirm on their sites.
| Space | Area | Day pass |
|---|---|---|
| Spaces Novotel Business Park | Dammam, King Fahd Road | SR49$13.1 |
Internet speeds in Middle East
National medians, Speedtest Global Index.
Quick answers
Is the internet fast in Dammam?
Median fixed broadband in Saudi Arabia is 168 Mbps and mobile is 227 Mbps (Speedtest Global Index, 2026-03). Fast wifi in malls and cafés; 5G is widespread. Adult and some political sites are blocked.
Which SIM card should I get in Dammam?
stc, Mobily and Zain counters at airports and malls; passport and fingerprint registration required for a physical SIM.
Can I use an eSIM in Saudi Arabia?
Yes. Local carriers sell eSIMs to visitors, and travel eSIMs work too.
Are there coworking spaces in Dammam?
Yes: Spaces Novotel Business Park.
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Sources
- Speedtest Global Index: Saudi Arabia
- stc
- Mobily
- Zain KSA
- King Fahd International Airport
- Saudi Arabia Railways (SAR)
- Saudi unified visa platform
- Dr. Sulaiman Al Habib Medical Group
- Almana General Hospitals
Speeds are medians from Ookla's Speedtest Global Index, cited for reference. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.