Only when travelling abroad do you realize how many things you take for granted. If you are American and travel to the UK, it might shock you to see that people drive on the left. If you are British and travel to France, sockets are different.
Despite how globalized the world is today, countries still have differences. The same happens with something as vital as your phone functionalities.
This small gadget contains lots of information you need, such as your bank accounts, contacts, apps, and much more. Imagine that you want to log in to your bank app when you need it the most, but you are not granted access because you are abroad. Internet access has become as important as electricity and running water.
Even when you want to use your phone for menial stuff overseas, you must have a special plan to make sure your phone doesn’t go slower than usual. You can’t afford any of these uncomfortable situations as an expat, so good internet access is necessary. To help you with that, in today’s article, you will discover some of the best SIM cards for world travellers, their functionalities and price points.
Google Fi can provide a great internet connection for world travellers
Google Fi is very popular among expats because it does not belong to the big three US telecommunications companies (Verizon, T-Mobile and AT&T). It offers distinctive features. Google Fi employs Wi-Fi hotspots and US Cellular and T-Mobile as carriers. You can enjoy the benefits if you have a smartphone (Android, iPhone or Pixel) compatible with Fi or designed for Gi.
The price varies according to your needs and how many people are in the plan. However, what you will always get on Fi is unlimited calls and texts, no contracts or activation fees, contact controls, data budgets, a built-in VPN, spam blocking and 24/7 customer support. Plus, you can cancel at any time without paying any hidden fees. To simplify, the prices are for just one person, and taxes and government fees are not included. You can check all the prices per person here. Remember that you can change the number of people in your plan.
The Simply Unlimited plan costs $50 USD. You can get the following:
The Unlimited Plus plan costs $40 USD. You can get the following:
Finally, the Flexible plan costs $20 USD in the beginning. You can get the following:
OneSimCard Expedition SIM offers Data Coverage in over 170 countries
This company promotes itself as the option for savvy travellers and offers various International SIM Cards that fit each traveller’s needs. OneSimCard claims that its prepaid cards will help you save 85% on international roaming charges while you travel across the globe. Plus, each International SIM card includes a European and Australian number. As a bonus, you can add other numbers in many other countries.
In case you only travel to countries in Europe, like Spain, Portugal, North Macedonia and Andorra, there is a unique Europe and More SIM with Direct Dial calling from 45 countries and low calling rates to the US and Canada. Should you look for better data rates on your devices, you can get the OneSimCard Expedition SIM, which offers Internet Data Coverage in over 170 countries, sensational data packages, and billing increments as low as 1KB.
Let us cover each International SIM Card Rate and its main features.
Universal SIM ($29.95 USD)
Expedition SIM ($34.95 USD)
eSIM World ($9.95 USD)
eSIM Asiana ($9.95 USD)
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Flexiroam is a good option because offers a mobile application for the users
This is the eSIM I use. Flexiroam is a global mobile data provider offering data roaming rates to stay connected to the internet. This product (Flexiroam SIM and eSIM) is aimed at corporate travellers and frequent tourists. It allows users to top up, buy credit and rent international numbers from 55 countries without hassle. Users will enjoy calling rates from 1 c/min to international numbers. Flexiroam has partnered with airlines and telecommunication operators to offer the mobile application to the target audience. Let us check out some of the plans the company offers.
150+ Country Data 11GB 360 Days + FREE eSIM ($319.99 USD)
This is aimed at frequent travellers, group travellers, and aircrews, whether for work or leisure. This plan and the eSIM activation require the Flexiroam app. One eSIM for multiple countries. This plan offers affordable roaming bills and no hidden charges.
150+ Country Data 7GB 360 Days + FREE eSIM ($199.99 USD)
Similar to the previous option.
The rest of the plans are cheaper and offer fewer data and/or durability. To check all the options, go to their official website.
Expats and Digital Nomads must have a great internet connection
As an expat, you need to stay connected globally to do business and have access to all your digital arsenal: contacts, bank accounts, maps, Uber, and much more. In this article, although you have just learned about three companies that offer SIM cards for world travellers, you have enough information to pick one that suits your needs. Depending on where you plan to live and travel, you should choose one option over the other. Speaking of which, if you intend to go abroad and start your expat journey, remember that you can apply to work with me, and I will create the best plan for you to secure your new life abroad.
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Written by Mikkel Thorup
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