How long does a tourist SIM card last in India?
Based on 1 discussion with 2 participants · Last activity: 21 days ago
TL;DR
Tourist SIM cards in India are valid for up to 90 days. Plans come in 28-day multiples: one plan = 28 days, two = 56, three = 84.
What the community said
A tourist SIM number stays active for up to 90 days — that's the hard limit regardless of how many plans you stack on it.
21 days ago Max 90 days
Tourist plans are sold in 28-day increments: 1 plan = 28 days, 2 plans = 56 days, 3 plans = 84 days. Prices for each option are listed in the carrier's app.
21 days ago 28 / 56 / 84 days
A SIM registered with an Aadhaar (Indian national ID) stays active indefinitely as long as it's topped up — some long-term residents pay annually. This option is not available to tourists.
21 days ago Aadhaar SIM — unlimited validity