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What is the best SIM-card for nomading?
Hey, I’ve been nomading a fair bit this year and wondering what a good SIM for nomads are?
Most UK SIMs cap the number of days you’re allowed to be outside of the country.
Most UK SIMs cap the number of days you’re allowed to be outside of the country.
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I use these guys all over the place: www.usmobile.com
within the app look for "International eSIM"
Amazing plans, you just renew as you go.
I have US Mobile and generally recommend them to people in the US, but their eSIM plans for international travel aren't that competitive. Better to look here: wip.co/posts/what-is-the-best…
For data I use Airalo eSIM - it’s great www.airalo.com/
Same. Makes it really easy to get a local eSIM.
Pro tip: You can often extend and add additional data with the telco’s own app.
I only need data...so plausible.
If you have Revolut, you can use their eSIM offer with a data plan, which is very convenient.
Sadly don't. The block me, for no apparent reason. Funny how they are the dodgy fuckers and I've had quite high security clearance back in the days...
Just use esimdb and pick the cheapest one for your destination (or click here for global: esimdb.com/global)
Didn't know this exists. Thanks for sharing, Ben!
That's a fantastic service. Thanks for sharing. Are there any issues with those eSIM cards?
I've used them for years without many issues. Out of the ~20 eSIMs I've purchased, maybe 1 of them was a bit slow and that's about it.
They just aggregate deals, so look up reviews for the company behind the deal before purchasing and you shouldn't have a problem
Ace dude, thank you!
@ben: This was gold. I went with RoamLess in the end here in Egypt but generally a great tip.
Glad to hear it worked out well!
I just buy a local SIM wherever I go. But I didn't solve the part of getting the authentication SMS from my main SIM card when travelling, for example, when trying to access the bank or stuff like that that requires a validation code that they send it to your mobile phone number 🤔
If your carrier back home supports WiFi calling, turn that on and you'll be able to get texts too on your home number. Also make sure "voice over LTE" / "VoLTE" is enabled, which it should be by default.
My setup is:
- Cheap $7/month unlimited texting+calling+1gb data plan from my home carrier, supports WiFi calling
- eSIM wherever I go for international data
Interesting… I will take a look at that functionality.
voice over LTE" / "VoLTE - This should be enabled in my phone settings?
Thanks for the reply. It's really helpful 🙏
Yes, it should already be enabled. If not, enable it.
Really you should just need to turn on WiFi Calling and then you're set.
Receiving SMS texts is free I think. Double check with your provider. So if your phone supports dual sim cards (all recent iPhones do), then you can keep your home SIM active. Just make sure you disable roaming (so it won't try to connect to the internet) and don't pick up any calls (as it will probably cost you money).
Does it work even if the country is not listed in the provider's roaming supported countries list? I tried in the past, and they told me no, we don't work in that country (Indonesia). Maybe I just need to change of provider 😂