Buying SIM card at Kiosks and Convenience Stores<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\nMany airports have small kiosks and convenience stores that also stock SIM cards from various providers. For example, at Aeroparque airport in Buenos Aires, these types of shops sell SIMs that you can self-activate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
3. Mobile Carrier Branded Stores<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Some airports have full-fledged stores run by the major telecom companies like Claro and Movistar. These stores offer a wider selection of SIM cards and plans compared to just the basic options at the booths. Stores can also be found in the check-in and departures areas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If this options are time-consuming and can hardly be found, you may consider obtaining an eSIM <\/strong>Argentina via airport wifi; only 2 to 3 minutes of using wifi installation is required. <\/p>\n\n\n\nIII. What to Prepare to Buy a SIM Card at Argentina Airports<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
To ensure the process of purchasing an Argentina SIM card at the airport goes smoothly, here are key things to prepare:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
What to Prepare to Buy a SIM Card at Argentina Airports<\/h3>\n\n
\n\n \n | \n What to Prepare <\/td>\n | \n Details <\/td>\n <\/tr>\n |
\n | \n Passport <\/td>\n | \n Your passport will need to be presented as a form of ID and for registration of the SIM card. Be sure to have it easily accessible. <\/td>\n <\/tr>\n |
\n | \n Cash in Pesos <\/td>\n | \n Have some Argentine Peso cash on hand, as not all payment terminals will accept foreign credit\/debit cards. Around 400 Pesos ($2.50 USD) should be sufficient for a prepaid SIM card. <\/td>\n <\/tr>\n |
\n | \n Unlocked Phone <\/td>\n | \n Your smartphone will need to be unlocked from your home carrier to accept the Argentine SIM card. Check with your provider about unlocking before traveling. <\/td>\n <\/tr>\n |
\n | \n Travel Adapter <\/td>\n | \n You may need a plug adapter suitable for Argentina to charge your phone if your home plug doesn\u2019t match. <\/td>\n <\/tr>\n |
\n | \n Basic Spanish Phrases <\/td>\n | \n Though English is spoken at airports, knowing key phrases in Spanish like \u201cSIM card\u201d (tarjeta SIM), \u201cdata\u201d (datos), and \u201cprepaid\u201d (prepago) can be helpful. <\/td>\n <\/tr>\n |
\n | \n Patience <\/td>\n | \n Lines at SIM card booths can sometimes be long depending on when flights arrive. Be prepared to wait and don\u2019t rush airport staff. <\/td>\n <\/tr>\n <\/table>\n<\/div> |
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