Originally Posted by martian
Thanks do much for the offer of help. This does sound a bit complex.
Why is it necessary to pay in cash for the SIM and topup cards?
It is not necessary, just recommended. For the most part this is a cash-oriented society, although that is changing.
As your departure date approaches I can buy a SIM for you, that way you'll have the number in hand before you depart.
Do you have a mobile phone?