Oct 24, 2015, 11:12 pm
Last edit by: dstan
List of International SIMs
Piranha Mobile
Xcomglobal
World Travel Sim
Toggle Mobile
Truphone
Travel Sim
Telna Mobile
Telstra
Mobal
One Sim Card
CelloMobile
Freedom Pop Mobile
Knowroaming
Keepgo
Swiss Mobile
Three Feel at Home
Flexiroam X
Telestial
Piranha Mobile
Xcomglobal
World Travel Sim
Toggle Mobile
Truphone
Travel Sim
Telna Mobile
Telstra
Mobal
One Sim Card
CelloMobile
Freedom Pop Mobile
Knowroaming
Keepgo
Swiss Mobile
Three Feel at Home
Flexiroam X
Telestial
Pan-International prepaid SIMs
Dec 16, 2014, 2:40 pm
#121
Join Date: Aug 2010
Location: LAS, MPL
Programs: DL Platinum, 1 MM
Posts: 1,321
On a recent trip to Europe I bought myself an Alditalk SIM card in Germany. It works pretty much world wide, although the pricing outside Europe can be rather high (99cents/minute, but it works for that emergency call). Inside Europe the pricing is 11 cents (Euro) per minute, and for 3 Euro you can get an unlimited data plan for a day when you need it. It is sold at Aldi stores in Germany for 12 Euro and gives you a starting balance of 10 Euro.
Jan 6, 2015, 8:36 am
#122
Join Date: Jun 2006
Location: NYC
Programs: DL PM MM SC; GE; Bonvoy Titanium; IHG Diamond
Posts: 2,310
I got a SIM card from Piranha Mobile for a recent trip to Europe - I needed something that would work in four countries (France, Hungary, Austria and Czech Republic). I had limited time in each country and didn't want to be bothered with looking for local SIMs everywhere. It came with both a US and a UK number, which didn't concern me much because I needed it more for data than voice. It worked great and the rates were very reasonable - I got the lowest priced SIM card option and added an additional £10 of credit and still didn't spend it all over 11 days. So for £22, I had a working phone for my entire trip with credit left over for next time. ^
Feb 1, 2015, 1:52 am
#123
Join Date: Feb 2015
Location: Netherlands
Posts: 1
I got myself a SIM card from WorldSIM, and after that purchased a Virtual Number for Netherlands. Got a local landline number from WorldSIM. I am happy with it, as my friends and family can call me dialing a local number which is cheap for them. I wanted a roaming SIM card of such for a long time, that would have a local number that my family doesn't have to pay much to call me when I am traveling abroad.
Feb 24, 2015, 2:17 am
#124
Suspended
Join Date: Feb 2015
Posts: 1
Way to hide that you are traveling!
I have used WorldSIM card service for the last 3 years, they have brought lot of changes in their products and services. The latest feature that is the virtual number is amazing. I provide the virtual number that I purchased from WorldSIM to my friends, no one realizes that I am on a trip!
Mar 14, 2015, 10:35 am
#125
Join Date: May 2009
Posts: 67
European SIM cards in Rome
Is there a shop at FCO or Roma Termini that sells SIM cards?
My itinerary is as follows:
Italy (7 nights)
Spain (2 nights)
Italy (1 night)
Switzerland (2 nights)
UK (3 nights)
I would be using the SIM card mostly for voice calls to/from these countries as well as the USA, and maybe some texting.
What do FT-ers recommend? How much do the card and calls cost, in Italy and after I leave Italy? I don't know any Italian, so I can't tell from the Vodafone and TIM websites.
Thank you!
My itinerary is as follows:
Italy (7 nights)
Spain (2 nights)
Italy (1 night)
Switzerland (2 nights)
UK (3 nights)
I would be using the SIM card mostly for voice calls to/from these countries as well as the USA, and maybe some texting.
What do FT-ers recommend? How much do the card and calls cost, in Italy and after I leave Italy? I don't know any Italian, so I can't tell from the Vodafone and TIM websites.
Thank you!
Mar 14, 2015, 11:28 am
#126
Join Date: Dec 2009
Location: NB, Canada
Programs: Fairmont, Amex MR, Marriott
Posts: 2,531
Is there a shop at FCO or Roma Termini that sells SIM cards?
My itinerary is as follows:
Italy (7 nights)
Spain (2 nights)
Italy (1 night)
Switzerland (2 nights)
UK (3 nights)
I would be using the SIM card mostly for voice calls to/from these countries as well as the USA, and maybe some texting.
What do FT-ers recommend? How much do the card and calls cost, in Italy and after I leave Italy? I don't know any Italian, so I can't tell from the Vodafone and TIM websites.
Thank you!
My itinerary is as follows:
Italy (7 nights)
Spain (2 nights)
Italy (1 night)
Switzerland (2 nights)
UK (3 nights)
I would be using the SIM card mostly for voice calls to/from these countries as well as the USA, and maybe some texting.
What do FT-ers recommend? How much do the card and calls cost, in Italy and after I leave Italy? I don't know any Italian, so I can't tell from the Vodafone and TIM websites.
Thank you!
I believe there is a TIM store on the second level at Termini Station.
I recall I paid 30 euro, lots of data and calling, limited texting though. probably is a package with texting available.
Coverage was very good I felt.
Mar 15, 2015, 9:33 am
#127
FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Aug 2000
Location: London and Zurich
Programs: AA, BA, Mucci: Sir Roger des Directions Routières, PCR
Posts: 13,609
I have asked for an explanation, I haven't got one yet but they have refunded 2x £1.
Mar 15, 2015, 9:41 am
#128
FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Aug 2000
Location: London and Zurich
Programs: AA, BA, Mucci: Sir Roger des Directions Routières, PCR
Posts: 13,609
Is there a shop at FCO or Roma Termini that sells SIM cards?
My itinerary is as follows:
Italy (7 nights)
Spain (2 nights)
Italy (1 night)
Switzerland (2 nights)
UK (3 nights)
I would be using the SIM card mostly for voice calls to/from these countries as well as the USA, and maybe some texting ...
My itinerary is as follows:
Italy (7 nights)
Spain (2 nights)
Italy (1 night)
Switzerland (2 nights)
UK (3 nights)
I would be using the SIM card mostly for voice calls to/from these countries as well as the USA, and maybe some texting ...
Take a look at togglemobile.com which offers coverage in the countries you mention.
If you are/could be UK-based and need to call or text the UK, take a look at Three's Feel at Home service, which includes most of those countries with Spain coming in April.
There are several threads about these in this forum if you Search. (I'm away with limited facilities at the moment.)
Mar 15, 2015, 11:49 am
#129
Join Date: Sep 2010
Location: City of Angels
Programs: DL Kettle| HH Pot
Posts: 525
Is there a shop at FCO or Roma Termini that sells SIM cards?
My itinerary is as follows:
Italy (7 nights)
Spain (2 nights)
Italy (1 night)
Switzerland (2 nights)
UK (3 nights)
I would be using the SIM card mostly for voice calls to/from these countries as well as the USA, and maybe some texting.
What do FT-ers recommend? How much do the card and calls cost, in Italy and after I leave Italy? I don't know any Italian, so I can't tell from the Vodafone and TIM websites.
Thank you!
My itinerary is as follows:
Italy (7 nights)
Spain (2 nights)
Italy (1 night)
Switzerland (2 nights)
UK (3 nights)
I would be using the SIM card mostly for voice calls to/from these countries as well as the USA, and maybe some texting.
What do FT-ers recommend? How much do the card and calls cost, in Italy and after I leave Italy? I don't know any Italian, so I can't tell from the Vodafone and TIM websites.
Thank you!
I have a Vodafone IT SIM and it works great in all the countries you've listed. For Italy specific plan look on their site and there are plenty of reasonable choices. Coverage was always good. http://www.vodafone.it/portal/Privat...phone-Vodafone
I've had TIM in the past too, they have a similar roaming plan that will cover the non-italy countries you are looking to visit. All depends on your usage requirements.
Mar 23, 2015, 10:11 am
#130
Join Date: Feb 2015
Location: Cleveland, OH
Posts: 5
Must it be Italy? Where are you? When will you start?
Take a look at togglemobile.com which offers coverage in the countries you mention.
If you are/could be UK-based and need to call or text the UK, take a look at Three's Feel at Home service, which includes most of those countries with Spain coming in April.
There are several threads about these in this forum if you Search. (I'm away with limited facilities at the moment.)
Take a look at togglemobile.com which offers coverage in the countries you mention.
If you are/could be UK-based and need to call or text the UK, take a look at Three's Feel at Home service, which includes most of those countries with Spain coming in April.
There are several threads about these in this forum if you Search. (I'm away with limited facilities at the moment.)
Jun 16, 2015, 9:02 pm
#131
Join Date: Feb 2005
Location: Hong Kong
Posts: 2,068
Seems Keepgo has revamed their pricing. US$70 for the initial sim with 1GB data included. 1 year validity and any top up the validity rolls over to another year. Top ups are 500MB/$39, 1GB/$65, 3GB/$185, 5GB/$285, 10GB/$490.
Covers 64 countries.
Yes, initial outlay seems high, and obviously getting local sims are cheaper, but this does seem like a good alternative, especially if you are doing lots of short trips.
http://www.keepgo.com/products/1gb_s..._asia_america#
Covers 64 countries.
Yes, initial outlay seems high, and obviously getting local sims are cheaper, but this does seem like a good alternative, especially if you are doing lots of short trips.
http://www.keepgo.com/products/1gb_s..._asia_america#
Jun 17, 2015, 10:41 am
#132
Join Date: Nov 2006
Location: Detroit; Formerly Dubai
Posts: 3,652
Seems Keepgo has revamed their pricing. US$70 for the initial sim with 1GB data included. 1 year validity and any top up the validity rolls over to another year. Top ups are 500MB/$39, 1GB/$65, 3GB/$185, 5GB/$285, 10GB/$490.
Covers 64 countries.
Yes, initial outlay seems high, and obviously getting local sims are cheaper, but this does seem like a good alternative, especially if you are doing lots of short trips.
http://www.keepgo.com/products/1gb_s..._asia_america#
Covers 64 countries.
Yes, initial outlay seems high, and obviously getting local sims are cheaper, but this does seem like a good alternative, especially if you are doing lots of short trips.
http://www.keepgo.com/products/1gb_s..._asia_america#
Jun 18, 2015, 10:20 am
#133
FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Mar 2006
Location: DFW
Programs: AA 1M
Posts: 31,475
Has anyone used http://worldtravelsim.com/?
Jun 20, 2015, 3:59 pm
#134
Moderator: New York City and FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Sep 2007
Programs: AA PLT, Natl EC
Posts: 10,855
Telestial - Passport SIM expirations shortened again
From Customer Service after I complained about lack of notice:
Thank you for contacting Customer Service.
The terms changed back in February. We did not send notices for changes of terms. They are updated online which you can review by logging into the account at www.rechargeminutes.com.
We are a prepaid company. We have faced increased fees and requirements for number maintenance from our providers and must pass along the requirements, unfortunately.
As per terms and conditions, the service terms may change at any time without notice although the terms are update online ahead of time.
Feel free to contact us with any further questions or comments.
The terms changed back in February. We did not send notices for changes of terms. They are updated online which you can review by logging into the account at www.rechargeminutes.com.
We are a prepaid company. We have faced increased fees and requirements for number maintenance from our providers and must pass along the requirements, unfortunately.
As per terms and conditions, the service terms may change at any time without notice although the terms are update online ahead of time.
Feel free to contact us with any further questions or comments.
Jun 20, 2015, 4:29 pm
#135
Join Date: Apr 2008
Location: Chicago
Posts: 578
Yeah. The life of the Ekit sims has been really shortened. I already used up my credit (about $1 left)when I was in Nigeria in March. I believe I received about a week ago or so, that my credit will be expiring. Not a big deal for me. My main international sim is Piranha. Plus, I use local sims if I am somewhere for a week or more.