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The Process of Getting a SIM card in China – from where to buy to register your phone number

If you’re traveling to China and you want to be able to use your cell phone, you’ll need to get a Chinese SIM card. This process was a bit of a headache, but now it’s pretty easy. Here’s everything you need to know about getting a SIM card in China.

Where to buy a SIM card in China?

There are three main ways to buy a SIM card in China

  1. At the airport
  2. At a mobile phone store
  3. Online
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The Convenience of e-SIMs for Travelers in China and beyond

Introduction

Traveling around China is undoubtedly one of the best ways to experience life in China. You may find that Chinese people are generally a generous and friendly bunch. If you are a foreigner, you will likely find that people are more than willing to share their time and effort with you. Here are some top ways to stay connected when traveling in China.

China is, at the moment, the largest travel market in the world. And while in North America and Europe, a large proportion of travelers are travelers for leisure or business reasons, in China, the most significant proportion of travelers are traveling for work. With such a large number of travelers from both China and abroad, travelers are faced with the challenge of not having easy access to multiple service providers’ mobile services and applications on their devices as they are on the move.

One of the most exciting new developments in the mobile sector is the emergence of new devices, such as smartphone-based eSIMs. Although using the eSIM in combination with a virtual operator might not be that new, integrating these devices with multiple operators is. The current standard is operator-specific and requires users to use their devices from each operator they want to connect to, but eSIMs solve this problem.

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How to Buy a Sim Card in China

You’ll need a SIM card to have a working phone while traveling to China. Here’s a quick guide on how to buy a SIM card in China:

  1. Determine which carrier you want to use. The three major carriers in China are China Mobile, China Unicom, and China Telecom. Each carrier has its strengths and weaknesses, so research to see which is best for your needs.
  2. Go to a carrier’s store. Once you’ve decided on a telco, you’ll need to visit one of their stores to purchase a SIM card. The store employees should be able to help you choose the correct SIM card and package for your needs. You will need to register for the SIM card with your passport.
  3. Activate your SIM card. Once you have your SIM card, you’ll need to activate it to start using it, and it is usually done online or by calling the customer service number for your carrier.
  4. Start using your SIM card. Once activated, you can start using the sim card immediately. Just insert it into your phone, and you should be good to go.
  5. Add money to your account. To use your SIM card, you can add money to your account online, over the phone, or in person at a carrier’s store.
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