Staying in touch is just as important in Spain as in any other country. When you move to Spain, one of the first thing you need to do is get yourself a Spanish mobile SIM card. That is not an easy task. There are more networks competing for your business in Spain than in any other country in Europe.
The main mobile networks in Spain are Movistar, Vodafone, Yoigo and Orange. However, many smaller mobile phone companies buy traffic from them. Signing up with a mobile phone network in Spain means checking out the available rates, but too many ex-pats, other points are also important.
Before you buy a SIM card in Spain, you want to check out the following points:
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Does the mobile phone network offer customer service in English?
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Call charges to your home country
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Data packages
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Mobile rates in Spain
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Do they sell mobile phone
Spanish SIM card only deals exist, but sometimes dealing with a company which can offer you sales of mobile phones is useful. Before you sign up for any deal you need to shop around. Sure, it is a good idea to ask other British expats what mobile phone network they use, but ultimately, it is up to you.
At the moment, the two most popular mobile phone network companies, and Spanish SIM card suppliers are Lobster and Hits. If you would like to know more about Lobster and Hits and read a review, you can check out this review of Hits and Lobster.
Date packages vary from 3 GB up to 15 GB. Don't rush anything. Instead, take your time and make sure that you really understand how much your Spanish SIM card and a mobile package is going to cost you per month.
It could be a good idea to call the companies to ensure you understand the terms and conditions. Make sure you can easily top up your mobile phone credit, and also find out if the company runs a customer loyalty plan which can save you money in the long run.
Most of the time your new SIM card will be sent to you in the post, and your new Spanish SIM card normally comes with some free credit.
The process is pretty straightforward but just like with anything else in Spain, it is important you do your homework before signing up for any deals.