Where to buy a SIM card in Cape Town
Where is the easiest place to buy and activate a pre-paid SIM card in Cape Town after arriving at CPT airport?
Are there any special requirements? (A local address, etc)
Best Answer
I was in South Africa earlier this year and rented a SIM card for my iPhone 5 at the Vodacom store in the Johannesburg Airport. You should be able to go into any mobile store off the street and buy a prepaid SIM card for your device. Make sure your device is unlocked and able to be used with another carrier other than the carrier you originally bought it through.
Location:
Vodacom Shop
Gardens
Cape Town 8001
South Africa
The only information I needed were my passport, home address, credit card, and contact information. They made copies of both my credit card and passport for their records.
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How do I get a SIM card in Cape Town?
The Vodacom kiosk is located at Luggage Belt 3. However finding where to buy a South African sim card for your trip is very easy at Cape Town Airport. As soon as you pass customs and enter the arrival hall you will see a Vodacom and an MTN store on your right hand side.Can you still buy SIM cards in shops?
You can buy sim cards almost anywhere in UK, from supermarkets to corner shops etc. Just make sure you have an unlocked mobile with you.Can I just purchase a SIM card?
If your existing phone uses GSM technology, there's a good chance you can purchase a new SIM card for it. You just need to make sure it's \u201cunlocked\u201d first. Some carriers include software that links the SIM card to the phone's serial number. If the two don't match, the phone won't work.What stores have SIM cards?
Despite the complicated name, it's basically your phone number. They can also store contact information, telephone numbers, SMS messages, billing information, and data usage. Plus, your SIM will have a personal identification number (PIN) to protect against theft.Buying a Prepaid Sim Card in South Africa 🇿🇦
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