Market Forecast By Operational Model (Reseller, Service Operator, Full MVNO), By Subscriber (Consumer, Enterprise), By Organization size (Small & Medium Enterprise, Large Enterprise), And Competitive Landscape
| Product Code: ETC4420540 | Publication Date: Jul 2023 | Updated Date: Oct 2025 | Product Type: Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Ravi Bhandari | No. of Pages: 64 | No. of Figures: 18 | No. of Tables: 4 |
Saudi Arabia MVNO Market Report thoroughly covers the market by operational model, subscriber and enterprise by organization size. Saudi Arabia MVNO Market Outlook report provides an unbiased and detailed analysis of the ongoing Saudi Arabia MVNO Market trends, opportunities/high growth areas, and market drivers. This would help stakeholders devise and align their market strategies according to the current and future market dynamics.
The Saudi Arabia MVNO market grew during 2021-2024, driven by Vision 2030’s emphasis on digital transformation, telecom liberalization, and competition enhancement. The Communications, Space & Technology Commission (CST) has played a central role by introducing new MVNO in 2021 and IoT-VNO frameworks in 2023, promoting fair wholesale access while encouraging private investment in digital infrastructure. Saudi Arabia ranks among the most digitally advanced nations globally, with internet penetration reaching to the population and mobile connections exceeding by 2025. Average mobile data usage surged per user per month in 2024, increasing the global average, reflecting the Kingdom’s mobile-first economy. 5G coverage has expanded to populated areas, and mobile subscriptions are projected to exceed by 2025, further boosting MVNO adoption.

According to 6Wresearch, the Saudi Arabia MVNO Market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 7.9% from 2025 to 2031. This market’s growth is underpinned by several key developments. In January 2025, STC secured a government infrastructure contract, expanding wholesale backhaul capacity for MVNOs. Meanwhile, Beyond ONE’s partnership with TIMWETECH in March 2025 introduced Direct Carrier Billing across Virgin Mobile Saudi Arabia and FRiENDi Oman, enabling users to purchase premium content via mobile wallets, an example of how fintech convergence has been transforming MVNO monetization models. Additionally, government initiatives such as the “National IT Development Program” and “Saudi Green Initiative” further align the MVNO sector with ESG and sustainability goals, encouraging investment in AI, IoT, and 5G-based service models.

Also, the telecom sector’s revenue grew from 2021 to 2024, projected to reach more by 2028, supported by strong profitability and a diversification of ICT services. Additionally, Saudi Arabia’s expanding media and entertainment industry, where video streaming occurs via mobile platforms, has been driving MVNO demand for high-data and content-bundled plans. Average daily social-media use stands more with social media identities, underscoring the high engagement potential for digital-centric MVNO offerings and driving the demand for MVNO’s in Saudi Arabia.
The full MVNO segment is expected to remain the largest in terms of revenue size and would have fastest growth by 2031 due to its ability to provide advanced, customizable services, including 5G and IoT solutions, that cater to both consumer and enterprise segments, ensuring long-term market dominance.
The service operator segment is expected to witness the fastest growth during 2025-2031 driven by the increasing demand for specialized, niche mobile services tailored to specific industries, such as IoT, M2M, and enterprise solutions. Service operators in the Kingdom are increasingly focusing on offering customized connectivity solutions, including private 5G networks and cloud-integrated mobile services, to meet the evolving needs of businesses.
The consumer segment would garner maximum revenue size due to the growing demand for flexible, affordable mobile plans, increasing smartphone penetration, and the expansion of digital-first MVNO offerings, including eSIM adoption. The rising mobile data consumption further driving consumer MVNO subscriptions.
Additionally, competitive pricing and value-added services such as unlimited data plans and bundled entertainment services would continue attracting a large user base. However, the enterprise segment would experience the fastest CAGR growth during 2025-2031 due to the rising adoption of IoT and M2M solutions, driven by smart city projects and industrial automation. Businesses would increasingly rely on MVNOs for tailored connectivity solutions, including private 5G networks and cloud-integrated mobile services.
The small and medium enterprise (SME) segment is expected to capture the largest revenue size, driven by the increasing reliance on cost-effective, scalable mobile solutions. SMEs are increasingly adopting digital transformation strategies, including cloud-based services, mobile workforce management, and connectivity solutions. The rise in demand for flexible, customized mobile plans and the ability to scale as businesses grow would contribute significantly to their share of the MVNO market.
Additionally, the SME segment would also experience the fastest growth rate through 2025-2031 due to the rapid adoption of IoT and M2M solutions in sectors such as logistics, manufacturing, and retail. The growing focus on automation and smart technologies will increase the demand for specialized mobile services, making MVNOs an attractive option for SMEs looking to implement advanced mobile solutions at competitive prices.

The report provides a detailed analysis of the following market segments:
| 1. Executive Summary |
| 2. Introduction |
| 2.1. Report Description |
| 2.2. Key Highlights of the Report |
| 2.3. Market Scope & Segmentation |
| 2.4. Research Methodology |
| 2.5. Assumptions |
| 3. Global MVNO Market Overview |
| 3.1. Global MVNO Market Revenues, 2021 - 2031F |
| 4. Saudi Arabia MVNO Market Overview |
| 4.1. Saudi Arabia MVNO Market - Macroeconomic Indicators |
| 4.2. Saudi Arabia MVNO Market Revenues, 2021 - 2031F |
| 4.3. Saudi Arabia MVNO Market - Industry Life Cycle |
| 4.4. Saudi Arabia MVNO Market - Porter's Five Forces |
| 5. Saudi Arabia MVNO Market Dynamics |
| 5.1. Impact Analysis |
| 5.2. Market Drivers |
| 5.3. Market Restraints |
| 6. Saudi Arabia MVNO Market Trends and Evolution |
| 7. Saudi Arabia MVNO Market Overview, By Operational Model |
| 7.1 Saudi Arabia MVNO Market Revenue Share, By Operational Model, 2024 & 2031F |
| 7.1.1. Saudi Arabia MVNO Market Revenues, By Reseller, 2021-2031F |
| 7.1.2. Saudi Arabia MVNO Market Revenues, By Service Operator, 2021-2031F |
| 7.1.3. Saudi Arabia MVNO Market Revenues, By Full MVNO, 2021-2031F |
| 8. Saudi Arabia MVNO Market Overview, By Subscriber |
| 8.1 Saudi Arabia MVNO Market Revenue Share, By Subscriber, 2024 & 2031F |
| 8.1.1. Saudi Arabia MVNO Market Revenues, By Consumer, 2021-2031F |
| 8.1.2. Saudi Arabia MVNO Market Revenues, By Enterprise, 2021-2031F |
| 9. Saudi Arabia Enterprise MVNO Market Overview, By Organization Size |
| 9.1 Saudi Arabia Enterprise MVNO Market Revenue Share, By Organisation Size, 2024 & 2031F |
| 9.1.1. Saudi Arabia Enterprise MVNO Market Revenue Share, By Small & Medium Enterprise, 2021-2031F |
| 9.1.2. Saudi Arabia Enterprise MVNO Market Revenue Share, By Large Enterprise, 2021-2031F |
| 10. Saudi Arabia MVNO Market Key Performance Indicators |
| 11. Saudi Arabia MVNO Market Opportunity Assessment |
| 11.1. Saudi Arabia MVNO Market Opportunity Assessment, By Operational Model, 2031F |
| 11.2. Saudi Arabia MVNO Market Opportunity Assessment, By Subscriber, 2031F |
| 11.3. Saudi Arabia MVNO Market Opportunity Assessment, Enterprise MVNO By Organisation Size, 2031F |
| 12. Saudi Arabia MVNO Market Competitive Landscape |
| 12.1. Saudi Arabia MVNO Market Revenue Ranking, By Top 3 Companies, CY2024 |
| 12.2. Saudi Arabia MVNO Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating Parameters |
| 12.3. Saudi Arabia MVNO Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Technical Parameters |
| 13. Company Profiles |
| 13.1. Virgin Mobile Middle East and Africa |
| 13.2. Lebara Mobile Limited |
| 13.3. Yaqoot by Zain KSA |
| 13.4. Jawwy by STC |
| 13.5. Etihad Salam Telecom Company (Salam) |
| 13.6. Future Networks Communications Company |
| 14. Key Strategic Recommendations |
| 15. Disclaimer |
| List of Figures |
| 1. Global MVNO Market Revenues, 2021-2031F ($ Million) |
| 2. Saudi Arabia Real GDP Growth, YOY Change, 2021-2026F & 2030F, (in %) |
| 3. Saudi Arabia General Government Gross Debt 2021-2026F, (% of GDP) |
| 4. Saudi Arabia MVNO Market Revenues, 2021-2031F ($ Million) |
| 5. Saudi Arabia Total Number of Cellular Mobile Connections (Excluding Cellular IOT Connections), 2023–2025 (In Million) |
| 6. Saudi Arabia Number of Individual Using the Internet, 2019–2025 (In Million) |
| 7. Saudi Arabia MVNO Market Revenue Share, By Operational Model, 2024 & 2031F |
| 8. Saudi Arabia MVNO Market Revenue Share, By Subscriber, 2024 & 2031F |
| 9. Saudi Arabia Enterprise MVNO Market Revenue Share, By Organization Size, 2024 & 2031F |
| 10. Saudi Arabia Telecom Sector Revenue, 2021-2025F (In $ Billion) |
| 11. Saudi Arabia YoY Growth Rate of Telecom Sector Revenue, 2021-2025F (In %) |
| 12. Saudi Arabia Telecom Sector Net Income and Net Margin, 2021-2025F (In $ Billion) |
| 13. Saudi Arabia Weekly Online Video Viewing by Internet Users, Aged 16+, As of 2024 |
| 14. Saudi Arabia Number of Subscribers of Major Streaming Platforms as on 2024 |
| 15. Saudi Arabia MVNO Market Opportunity Assessment, By Operational Model, 2031F |
| 16. Saudi Arabia MVNO Market Opportunity Assessment, By Subscriber, 2031F |
| 17. Saudi Arabia Enterprise MVNO Market Opportunity Assessment, By Organization Size, 2031F |
| 18. Saudi Arabia MVNO Market Revenue Ranking, By Top 3 Companies, CY2024 |
| List of Table |
| 1. Saudi Arabia Key Figures, 2024-2025E & 2030F |
| 2. Saudi Arabia MVNO Market Revenues, By Operational Model, 2021-2031F ($ Million) |
| 3. Saudi Arabia MVNO Market Revenues, By Subscriber, 2021-2031F ($ Million) |
| 4. Saudi Arabia Enterprise MVNO Market Revenues, By Organization Size, 2021-2031F ($ Million) |