Phones

Remember that you should always be reachable via phone, in case of emergency (whether you choose to use an international plan from home or get a local phone plan)!

local phone plans & sim cards

CONNECTIVITY GLOBAL SOLUTIONS

If you're looking to get a Spanish/European phone plan, we recommend you check out Connectivity, as this is a very comfortable and affordable option. If you choose the eSIM option (check first to be sure that your phone is compatible with an eSIM), you'll receive it directly in your email within minutes!

There are various Connectivity plans for both physical SIM cards and eSIM cards, offering unlimited calling to Spanish phone numbers and a variety of data plans.

Use the code BARCELONASAE10 for a 10% discount!

Remember to always inform us of your new phone number by sending an email to: health@barcelonasae.com to reach you in case of an emergency.

CONNECTIVITY CUSTOMER SUPPORT:

Whatsapp: +34 681 91 63 22

spainconnect@connectivity.es

ESIM CARDs

What is an eSIM?

An eSIM is a digital SIM card that allows you to activate a cellular plan without having to use a physical SIM card.

What are the benefits of using an eSIM?

Set up the service before your semester abroad and activate it upon arrival to Barcelona
You'll know your new phone number right away
You can use it as soon as you land in Europe for easy set-up
You can retain your current phone plan and use it simultaneously with the local eSIM.

INTERNATIONAL PLANS

Rather than get a local SIM card or phone plan, many students use an international plan using their phone plan from home. This allows you to call and text internationally without changing your phone number. Historically, this was rather expensive, but nowadays it doesn't tend to be too pricy.

Replacing a lost phone

We DO NOT suggest having a new one shipped to you from home, as it will get stuck in customs and you will have to pay a very expensive fee to get it out. In some cases, you also have to have a Spanish ID number to get packages out of customs, meaning you would be unable to retrieve the phone.

Instead, we suggest buying a phone locally - see below.

Well-Known Phone Companies in Barcelona: Orange, Vodafone, and Movistar all have stores throughout the city, but students have found that the phone areas within El Corte Inglés (a department store) & Las Arenas (a mall) are a convenient way to compare prices and options.

Important: When you go to get a phone, you typically need your passport.

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