Originally Posted by
catgirl
Final question: as a foreigner, I've read that if I arrive with a passport-sized photo, proof of my address (in Canada) and a photocopy of the relevant pages in my passport, it will speed up the process of getting a SIM card. However, I've also read recent information about new rules imposed by the Indian government that suggest that will take 4-5 days for the SIM card to be activated. True? If so, do I have any alternatives to get a working phone (much) sooner?
Thanks for any insights from those who've been there!
yes, as per the new rules it will take 3-4 days to get activated....
will you be traveling for work or holiday????if its work then you can ask your work colleagues in india to get one for you....if its for holiday then ask your hotel to help out....of course both can refuse to get one in advance for you as you need to sign the application form to get a sim....