With more than 50 million users, Spanish mobile networks claim one of
the biggest mobile phone markets in Europe. It is therefore relatively
easy and affordable for visitors and expats to get a Spanish mobile
number, by connecting to one of Spain’s mobile operators and getting a
SIM card for Spain.fixed wireless gsm desk phone
In some cases you may need to unlock your phone to accept a Spanish SIM
card, or buy a new Spanish mobile phone. Cellphone in Spanish is el
teléfono celular or teléfono móvil, although just móvil or celular is
commonly used. SIM card in Spanish is tarjeta SIM (pronounced tar-heta).
This guide provided by international sim card provider Sim Options
discusses the basics around Spanish phones, including how to choose a
Spanish mobile network and the documents required to get a Spanish SIM
card or cell phone plan, including conditions for getting a Spanish
prepaid SIM card as a short-term visitor. It also discusses the format
for Spanish mobile phone numbers and calling codes for Spain.
Spain operates on a GSM network, so if you are relocating to Spain from a
country that also uses GSM and have an unlocked phone, switching to a
Spanish SIM card is straightforward and your best option.
Visitors arriving from countries that use networks other than GSM will
not be able to operate their cell phone in Spain. In such cases, you can
buy new and used Spanish phones on a contract or with a Spanish prepaid
SIM card.
Likewise, if you have owned your mobile phone for less than a year and
are locked into a contract with a service provider in your country, your
phone will generally not work with a Spanish SIM card.In these
circumstances, you will have to contact your current service provider or
ask about a roaming data SIM for Spain. If you have had your cell phone
for longer than a year, you should be allowed to get it unlocked so you
can simply add a Spanish SIM card when you arrive.
