I want to purchase a SIM card for my phone while I'm in France. I will be here for a month, and I'm not really sure when I'll be coming back again. I'd like to find one that will let me keep the number and not expire.. I've heard of some that you just send a text once in a while to keep it active. others make you buy more time. I am just looking for the best deal for sending and receiving calls between France, UK, and USA. Any suggestions? Thanks!
Posted by
Olympia, WA, USA
2 posts
You can find one option at www.piccell.com They have SIMs for every country.
Posted by
Bloomington, IL, USA
9371 posts
Yep, I love that phone! The per-minute is a little pricey but it has so many other advantages. And they shipped it overnight to me from the UK for $10!
Posted by
Anaheim, CA, USA
1455 posts
Go on ebay. I got a virgin mobile uk one, and they allow me to link it to my AMEX. I used it in France, and while it wasn't dirt cheap (compared to getting a French SIM) the telephone number was mine and followed me around Europe.
In France you can go to a Cell phone place and get a SIM. Just make sure your cellphone is unlocked and uses the Euro frequency. Or.. buy a prepaid phone if your not sure on your cell.
Posted by
Redding, CA, USA
1568 posts
Scroll down and read the post "GMS World Phone". I will definitely get this one before traveling again....$49 and only the calls you make will be charge to your CC.
Posted by
OP
Los Angeles, CA, USA
14 posts
thanks! I had issues unlocking my phone, so I ended up buying a SIM card in France and for an extra 9€ got a cheap little phone. Got a good deal.... 1 hr 50 min for 25€ I think. And that lasted me almost the whole month. :-)
Posted by
Redding, CA, USA
1568 posts
According to the Mobal web site.....the $49/$99 is a one time life time charge. It sound like the best thing going at present time.