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2023
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January
Should I Get a Sim Card While Traveling in Denmark, Norway, and Sweden?

Question:

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Laura-Jo

Going to Denmark Norway Sweden. Do I get a sim card and if so can I keep my own cell number?

Humans say...

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Car
I just got back from Sweden. I used an ESim, so didn’t have my number but used messenger and what’s app.
Unlimited data for 14 days, $60.
I had 5G everywhere.
I went with Holafly and customer support was great.

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Laura-Jo

Carla Korpesio would you then change the country "package" in each country if you moved from Sweden to denmark to norway? Im new to this... a bit confused. So it is an APP, and I would just block my cell plan while I am away but use the app on my existing phone?

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Car

Laura-Jo it works pretty much all over Europe. I was also in Holland and it worked fine.
I was new to it too. The company sends you a QRcode to activate your Esim. You turn off your line and turn on your esim.
Google Holafly and then use their chat support with questions. They were great and answered every concern I had.

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Carla Korpesio how do you turn off your line? Go into airplane mode?

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Car

Tü Yet settings then cellular data

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Carla Korpesio thank you! I have been turning on "airplane mode" & turning on wifi when I travel.

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Sarah

You change your SIM your change your number. the SIM is the phone info get a new SIM there it’s cheaper.. take your SIM out of your phone in CDA place somewhere safe and don’t forgot.. or you can add international rates to your phone too at a cost.. so it’s much easier to get a SIM or just use wifi over there too.. everywhere has it!

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Perry

The EU eliminated roaming charges within the EU several years ago. So, a SIM card or e-Sim that works in one EU country works for all EU countries.

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Selena

When we used a SIM card in Netherlands we had the option to keep our cell number. Much more economical

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Karin

Used holafly in Norway in February. Worked great

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Sarah

If you have a newer phone check out e-sim airalo. So easy to switch. Have to use whatsapp for texting.

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Jo-Ann

Sarah I used Airolo in France and iMessage with no issues.

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Danny

Use airalo esim

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Steven

Check out simcorner. Using it now in Greece and Italy. 12 Gb for $38 for 30 days. (not sure if it includes nordics but probably does). UK phone number, cant call Canadian numbers but can call all euro numbers which I've had to do a few times. Sim is mailed to your Canadian address before you fly in about week. But as others said, you'd be swapping out your Canadian Sim unless your phone has dual Sim (which is unlikely, haven't seen those for a while and not usually sold on Canada)


A.I. says...

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Traveling to Denmark, Norway, Sweden: Should I Get a SIM Card?

When traveling to Denmark, Norway, and Sweden, having a local SIM card can be very beneficial. It allows you to stay connected, use data for maps and translations, and make local calls without incurring high roaming charges.

Getting a SIM Card

Getting a SIM card in these countries is relatively easy. You can purchase one at the airport, convenience stores, or mobile phone shops. Make sure your phone is unlocked before buying a SIM card, as it won't work otherwise.

Keeping Your Own Cell Number

Unfortunately, you won't be able to keep your own cell number when getting a local SIM card in Denmark, Norway, or Sweden. Your new SIM card will come with a new phone number assigned to it. However, you can inform your contacts of your temporary number while traveling.

Benefits of a Local SIM Card

Having a local SIM card will save you money on roaming charges and allow you to have a local number for easier communication with locals. You can also easily top up your credit at various locations throughout the countries.

In conclusion, getting a local SIM card when traveling to Denmark, Norway, and Sweden is a smart choice. While you won't be able to keep your own cell number, the benefits of having a local SIM card far outweigh this inconvenience.



   










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