All You Need to Know About Sim Card

SimOptions is Europe’s #1 marketplace for international Prepaid SIM Cards for travelers all over the world. Benefit from the lowest rates for internet data, calls and SMS during your next trip abroad.

We offer SIM Cards (all formats: normal, micro and nano sizes), mobile phones and travel accessories so you can stay connected throughout your trip.

Travel accessories include international travel adapters, car chargers and Power-banks (external batteries).

SimOptions sells travel SIM Cards. Every prepaid SIM Card offer includes: Mobile internet and/or Phone calls and Text messages (please check details for each offer on the dedicated product page).

Each product comes with a detailed description of the offer available.

Our team will remain at your disposal via our:

• Live Chat
• Email support: [email protected]
• Phone: +1.6465862166

Enclosed with each SIM Card, a notice will also give you the possibility to contact the operator’s Customer Service in case of a technical issue.

We provide a full secure payment process (through Paypal, Stripe & AliPay).

We accept MasterCard, Visa, CB, JCB, American Express, Paypal and AliPay Accounts.

Currently we offer our customers to pay with international credit card and via PayPal.

SimOptions reserves the right to charge

a) 5 USD cancellation fee for orders that have not left our warehouse yet.

b) 15 USD cancellation fee + delivery cost for orders that have left our warehouse already.

c) up to 100% of the total order price if the product has been opened or damaged.

Generally we accept MasterCard, Visa, CB, JCB and American Express.

As soon as we send your product(s), we will send you the tracking code and a link to your tracking page by email (please also check you spam folder).

If you have any question regarding your order please contact us.

We deliver our products to more than 120 countries around the world. In addition, we offer pickup locations at multiple airports. For more details on Delivery Options please click here.

Please be aware that customs policies vary widely from country to country and custom fees can be applied by the country where you reside. All customs clearance fees must be paid by the customer. For further information please contact your local customs.

Express delivery will be the fastest delivery mode and will provide a tracking code with details from shipping to delivery point. The parcel is insured if lost by the Postal Services.

Standard delivery will only provide the proof of shipping but no detailed tracking is available as with the Express delivery. If the package is lost by the postal service, no refund will be available.

We deliver our products to more than 120 countries around the world. In addition, we offer pickup locations at multiple airports. For more details on Delivery and Pickup Options please click here.

Our travel SIM Cards guarantee that no roaming fees are applied. Enjoy an easy connection at a local rate and master your mobile budget while traveling.

Every SIM Card package includes a Tri-format SIM Card.

All SIM Cards work in any unlocked device. However, for specific details, please check out the product description of your chosen SIM Card.

You will receive a Tri-format SIM (standard, micro and nano).

Standard SIM (25x15mm)

Micro SIM (15x12mm)

Nano SIM (12.3×8.8mm)

Therefore, they are compatible with any device.

Please make sure your smartphone is unlocked and compatible with 3G and 4G to make sure the internet access will be available.

If your SIM Card does not work we recommend you to check following things:

Is your data roaming activated on your phone?

Does your phone have the APN settings? (please refer to each SIM Cards’ APN setting in the manual provided)

If you still have any questions or your SIM Card still does not work, please contact us via Live Chat, email or phone.

Most of the SIM Cards offered are pure plug & play. Slide them in and start using your data, calls and SMS. However, we recommend to check each product individually.

No, you do not need an ID card or passport to purchase a SIM Card.

Your phone is unlocked if the operation of your device is contractually not bound to a specific carrier. In case you are under a monthly contract it could be that your provider locks the phone into its network, meaning that it will not work with another carrier.

There are two ways to check:

1. Check Your Settings

iPhone: Go to Settings > Cellular > Cellular Data

If you have an option for “Cellular Data Options” then your phone is already unlocked.

Android: Go to Settings > Mobile Networks > Network Operators

If you’re able to see other networks then it’s likely your phone is unlocked.

2. Contact your carrier

The CDMA is a technology widely used in the United States, Russia and some parts of Asia while GSM band is mostly used in Europe.

If you travel abroad and switch to a Travel SIM Card, you can keep your Whatsapp account. In case you need to re-verify your Whatsapp account, you will need to do this with your original WhatsApp phone number though. We advise you to have the corresponding SIM card in your phone, with phone or SMS service enabled.

Yes, we do have eSIMs available! See all our eSIMs here

No, if you buy a SIM Card package that includes calls and SMS you will also get a local phone number (please check details of SIM Card on product page). This means that you will be able to make cheap local calls and SMS.

In case you have a Dual SIM mobile phone, you are able to switch between your home and travel SIM carrier.