Sim card in Switzerland and France?

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A traveler is heading to Switzerland from Paris in September and wants to know if their Paris sim card will work in Switzerland. They also seek advice on where to purchase a Swiss sim card near Basel station, along with approximate costs and company options.

Key takeaways:
  • Check with your Paris sim card provider to see if it works in Switzerland.
  • For a Swiss sim card in Basel, consider options like mcard, and expect a reasonable cost.
  • Most large train stations in Switzerland offer free Wi-Fi, but registration with SBB is required, which can be a hassle for tourists.
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  • Anonymous
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    13 August 2018 at 6:02:42 #817848

    Hey,

    I will be travelling to Swiss from Paris and in september and will be taking a sim card in Paris for data.

    Just want to know that Paris sim card will be valid in Swiss or not. If not, than where i can get Swiss Sim card in or near Basel station for data, what is the approx cost and company.

    Please advise.

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    Reply 1 of 3 • 13 August 2018 at 7:14:42 #894089

    HI Carishabh7,

    I don’t know if the Simcard you get in Paris will work in Switzerland. You’ll need to check with the company and the options they have for Simcards.

    If it doesn’t work in Switzerland, you can look at a Simcard we recommend here: http://www.myswissalps.com/si mcard

    There is also the traveler’s WiFi device listed there as well, if you are looking for an easy and fast way to connect to the internet only.

    “The itinerary had great detail and a good choice of activities in each location. Very helpful to group things that can be done in the same day. Love that the options are linked to the website.”

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    Reply 2 of 3 • 16 August 2018 at 4:50:06 #894090

    Thanks,

    Can you please tell me that free wifi is available in Train station or not.

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    Reply 3 of 3 • 16 August 2018 at 6:35:10 #894091

    There is free wifi at most large rail stations, but you have to register with SBB unfortunately.

    This requires giving them your phone number and then they text you the access code. Not great for tourists as you’ll have to roam briefly to get the text message.

    http://www.sbb.ch/en/station-services/railway-stations/products/free -wifi.html

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