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Last updated: 16 March 2026
In most cases, your SIM card activates automatically once it connects to the mobile network. Simply insert the SIM into your device and turn it on. Your service should become active within a few minutes.
Using your SIM in a mobile phone
To activate your SIM in a mobile phone:
In most cases, the SIM will activate automatically once it connects to the network. You may receive a welcome message confirming that your service is live.
Using your SIM in a mobile broadband router
If you are using your SIM for mobile broadband (for example in a 4G or 5G router):
Once connected, you can connect your devices (such as phones, laptops, tablets, or smart TVs) to the router’s Wi‑Fi network using the Wi‑Fi name and password printed on the router label.
What to do if your SIM does not activate
If your SIM does not activate straight away, try the following:
If the service is still not active after these steps, please contact our support team and we will be happy to help.
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