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International Data SIM Card

Our Data SIM Cards works in all of Europe, most of Central and Latin America plus dozens of other international destinations including Australia, New Zealand and more (see full coverage below). US and Canadian providers roaming plans are expensive and/or have extremely slow and unusable data speeds. Our International Data SIM card plans and are the perfect solution for travelers who need high speed data for their smartphone, tablets, mobile hotspot or any other Wi Fi enabled device without spending a small fortune. Stay in touch with the home or office, use Google Maps, check emails, Skype, use Facetime or WhatsApp and stream videos. We offer 4 variations; a 5GB SIM that lasts for up to 30 days, a 12GB SIM that lasts for up to 30 days, plus a 12GB and a 24GB SIM that is good for up to one year.

Plug and Play

Simply insert the SIM into your unlocked device and start using it. The SIM will also work in the United States. All SIM options are 3-1 SIM card formats (standard, micro or nano) and therefore will fit in any unlocked phone, hotspot or tablet. Verizon LTE phones are initially locked for 60 days upon purchase and then are automatically unlocked and will stay that way. Most other carrier's phones such as AT&T, Sprint and T-Mobile are locked. If your service is with AT&T, Sprint, T-Mobile or another carrier, please check with them to see if your phone is unlocked or can be unlocked. If you purchased your iPhone directly through Apple, it is unlocked. Please check with your carrier as policies may change.

Calls and Texts

All four options come with a UK cell phone number which allows you to receive unlimited FREE incoming calls and texts in any of the 71 destinations where the SIM card works. The Tourist and the Professional plans also allow you to make unlimited calls and texts within Europe to other European numbers. However, while you can receive calls and texts for free, in order to make international calls TO the USA, Canada or anywhere else outside of the EU, you must use a calling app that relies on data. We recommend Skype, Google Voice, Vibr or WhatsApp. With Skype, you can make unlimited calls to a landline or a cell phone for just $2.99 for a month of usage. There are also numerous other plans that are available from Skype. If you need to text, we recommend using a texting app such as WhatsApp or iMessage. Texting using a data app consumes very little data and hence is practically free.

US Number Add-On

In addition to the UK phone number that already comes with your new data SIM card, you can add on a US phone number. This makes it practical and affordable for North American friends and family to reach you without having to dial an international number. In addition, you can forward you current phone number to the new US number you add on in order to retain your usual cell phone number. This is particularly convenient for business travelers. Leisure travelers tend not to forward their usual phone numbers to the new one, rather, they usually just give out the new number to a select few of their contacts. The choice is yours. This add-on offers 6 hours of incoming calls per $19 and is called the US Number Add-on once your add the SIM to the cart. It is valid for up to 2 months per each $19 add-on.

Secure and Convenient

The Data SIMs are very easy to use. Simply put one into your unlocked smartphone, tablet or hotspot and start using your device for data. As the SIM is plug and play, there is no configuration or activation procedure to follow. There are no contracts to sign, no monthly bills to pay, no hidden fees and no difficult plans to understand. Once you start using the data SIM card, your service is activated and will remain activated for 30 days or 365 days, depending on which version you choose, or until you use up the data. Using your own, dedicated data SIM card is much faster, convenient and secure than finding a Wi Fi hotspot. Many hackers target tourists when traveling so that they can access vital information such as online bank passwords which is not what you want to happen when overseas.

*All Verizon LTE phones are unlocked. Most AT&T, T-Mobile and Sprint phones are carrier locked. You may be able to unlock them for use with our International Data SIM Cards. Please check with your carrier. Tip: If your carrier cannot unlock your current device because it is still not paid for, they may be able to unlock your previous device, provided you still have it available.

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Data SIM Card FAQs

Why do I need a data SIM card?

If you need a convenient, secure and affordable way to have data connectivity for your smartphone or tablet, a Cellular Abroad data SIM card is the easiest way to do so and is also much less expensive than roaming with Verizon, T-Mobile, Sprint, AT&T or other carriers. In addition, since the service is pay as you go, you do not risk incurring a huge roaming bill.

Why don't I just use wifi?

WiFi is typically slow, never secure and seldom convenient. If you rely on apps such as Google Maps, it is not feasible to track down a Wi Fi connection. When you are on the go is typically when you need to access data the most and if there is one thing that can spoil a trip is not having immediate access to the internet, particularly when you are trying to research a restaurant or buy museum tickets online.

Can I get a standard, micro or a nano SIM card?

Yes. The SIM card is 3-1 meaning that you can snap out the size that you need. Please make sure what size you need to snap out for your device prior to snapping out the SIM card or you may have to purchase a SIM card adapter to resize it to the proper size.

How to I activate my SIM?

Put it in your device. It's that simple!

Can I add additional data?

The data Sim card gives you unlimited service (up to 12GB) per 30 days.

If you need more than 12GB of data or more than 30 days of data service, please purchase an additional SIM card.

12GB of data is approximately 300 hours of Google Maps, 50 hours of videos, 100,000 emails.

When you add an additional 30 day 12GB bundle from the continuation page the item that checks out to the cart still says 12GB, please update to 12GB.

Additional 12GB 30 Day Service Bundle $69.95 x 2 = $139.90

If your trip is longer than 30 days, add an additional 30 day bundle with 12GB of data and unlimited calls and texts to EU numbers.

How do I check my usage?

You will receive a text message that will confirm activation along with a link where you can register your SIM in order to checking your usage and balance. Please note that you are not obligated to register your SIM - this is simply for your convenience to check usage.

Does the credit expire?

The credit is good for one month or one year, depending on what version of the SIM card you get.

How much data do I get and will it be enough?

12GB of data is approximately 300 hours of Google Maps, 50 hours of vides, 100,000 emails

How far in advance should I order?

You can order a data SIM card at any time prior to your departure or even during your trip. However, if you order it 2 weeks or more before your trip, you can take advantage of the free shipping.

More questions? Call us at 800.287.5072 and we will be glad to be of assistance.