Nano SIM availability in HK?
Oct 21, 2013 | 5:50 pm
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Nano SIM availability in HK/Macau
Hi folks,
I'm planning to visit HK soon and am wondering if I will have any problems finding a prepaid nano SIM there. I will also be spending a day or two in Macau, so whatever SIM I end up purchasing will need to work there as well. Any advice or recommendations would be greatly appreciated!
Bob
I'm planning to visit HK soon and am wondering if I will have any problems finding a prepaid nano SIM there. I will also be spending a day or two in Macau, so whatever SIM I end up purchasing will need to work there as well. Any advice or recommendations would be greatly appreciated!
Bob
Last edited by blee; Oct 21, 2013 at 8:55 pm
Oct 21, 2013 | 8:10 pm
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No problem getting nano sim. When you buy the sim just tell them you need a nano sim.
As for Macau and HK, they are different territories. Yes, your HK sim may work in Macau, but you will be paying quite a lot for roaming.
As for Macau and HK, they are different territories. Yes, your HK sim may work in Macau, but you will be paying quite a lot for roaming.
Oct 22, 2013 | 7:45 am
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There's another thread that discusses best prepaid plans that will be helpful.
When you land, there is a 1010 retail store at the departure level that sells prepaid voice and data plans...they provide very good service and menu of sim cards.
When you land, there is a 1010 retail store at the departure level that sells prepaid voice and data plans...they provide very good service and menu of sim cards.
Oct 22, 2013 | 8:33 pm
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Mods, can we just merge with existing thread?
@ OP, there's no point getting a sim if you're going to Macau for a day or two. There's free WiFi everywhere, every casino, and even onboard most free shuttle buses. Touristy areas have free WiFi sponsored by the gov't too.
@ OP, there's no point getting a sim if you're going to Macau for a day or two. There's free WiFi everywhere, every casino, and even onboard most free shuttle buses. Touristy areas have free WiFi sponsored by the gov't too.
Oct 24, 2013 | 12:50 am
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Oct 24, 2013 | 6:50 pm
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There is a HK-Macau SIM that can be reached in Macau on a HK number.
It is valid for a month without recharge. Airtime is on the expensive side with 0.7 HK$ per minute but applies to HK and Macau equally.
http://www.three.com.hk/website/appm...&pageid=625001
It is valid for a month without recharge. Airtime is on the expensive side with 0.7 HK$ per minute but applies to HK and Macau equally.
http://www.three.com.hk/website/appm...&pageid=625001
Oct 24, 2013 | 7:04 pm
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Thanks for the info! However...I'm probably more interested in data than voice, so this may not be the right solution for me. Somebody else told me I shouldn't worry too much about data, because he said that Macau has free wifi almost everywhere you go...do you know if that's true?
Oct 24, 2013 | 7:35 pm
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Thanks for the info! However...I'm probably more interested in data than voice, so this may not be the right solution for me. Somebody else told me I shouldn't worry too much about data, because he said that Macau has free wifi almost everywhere you go...do you know if that's true?
http://www.three.com.hk/website/appm...10594&lang=eng
Oct 24, 2013 | 11:46 pm
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Thanks for the info! However...I'm probably more interested in data than voice, so this may not be the right solution for me. Somebody else told me I shouldn't worry too much about data, because he said that Macau has free wifi almost everywhere you go...do you know if that's true?
Oct 26, 2013 | 11:17 am
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Just make sure you go to the actual carrier's phone store to buy the nano sim. I don't think 7-121 or Circle K sells those small ones, just regular SIM Card sizes. Someone can correct me if I'm wrong.
Oct 26, 2013 | 11:22 am
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Most SIMs I've seen at those stores are pre-cut (i.e. you can just pop out the small part), but the stores themselves also have cutters for the rest of the lot.
Oct 26, 2013 | 9:32 pm
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Actually the 7-11s and Circle K's I've been to generally sell both mini and nano sims.
Oct 26, 2013 | 11:22 pm
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Oct 28, 2013 | 7:12 pm
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