Skip to main content
Skip to main content
juntotrip .

How to check a local SIM card has real data (GBs) before leaving the shop in Sharm El Sheikh?

Based on 1 discussion with 2 participants · Last activity: 21 days ago

TL;DR

Right after buying, download the operator's app and check the GB balance before leaving the shop — this way you avoid getting a used SIM with data already spent.

What the community said

Ask the seller to activate the SIM on the spot and show the GB balance in the operator's app before you leave the counter.

25 days ago Activation in front of seller

Check the GB count via the operator's app right at the point of purchase — this stops sellers from passing off a used SIM with data already used up.

27 days ago GB check via app

Whichever carrier you pick, tell the seller upfront that you need internet immediately, and require them to activate the SIM and show the data balance before you pay.

29 days ago