Title: Should You Buy An International SIM Card For Your Next Trip? - Money Under 30
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Should You Buy An International SIM Card For Your Next Trip?
If you're traveling abroad, an international SIM card can keep your cell phone bill from being as much as your plane ticket. What you need to know.
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Content: SIM cards also store basic information (name, number) about the user of the phone. GSM is the system most frequently used worldwide among cell phone users; some American cellular providers like Sprint and Verizon use the other major cell phone radio system, Code Division Multiple Access (CDMA). Overall, a greater number of US-sold phones are compatible with GSM. Check with your provider or look for your network on this chart to see if your phone is SIM-card-compatible. You also need to find out if your phone is “unlocked,” which means you can switch between different SIM cards. SIM Card Options for International Use
If your phone is locked, but uses the GSM system, you can still use it in foreign countries. Ask your mobile provider about international roaming plans. Sometimes you can purchase a fixed number of minutes, text messages, and/or data to use during your trip. Another option for a locked or GSM-non-compatible phone is to use a cheap local phone and SIM card while you’re overseas.