🇲🇽 Mexico Guide

How to Get a SIM Card in Mexico

Mexico has strong 4G coverage in cities. Telcel is the dominant carrier — buy a SIM at the airport or any OXXO convenience store on your first day.

Carrier Comparison

CarrierBest ForStarter SIMMonthly Data
TelcelBest overall$50–100 MXN5GB for $100 MXN/month (Amigo plan)
AT&T MexicoUnlimited data$100–150 MXNUnlimited plans from $300 MXN/month
MovistarBudget voice$50 MXNSmaller bundles

Where to Buy

  • • OXXO stores: Everywhere — sell Telcel, AT&T, and Movistar SIMs and top-up
  • • Mexico City Airport (AICM): Telcel and AT&T kiosks in arrivals halls
  • • Carrier stores: Telcel, AT&T, and Movistar have retail stores in every major city
  • • Walmart, Soriana, Chedraui: Electronics sections sell SIM cards

Registration

Mexico requires SIM registration with a Mexican ID (INE/CURP) or passport for foreigners. This is done at the store. Prepaid (Amigo) plans require no contract — just load credit as needed.

Essential Apps to Download

  • • Rappi / DiDi Food: Food delivery and gig work
  • • InDriver or Uber: Rides in every major city
  • • BBVA México or Banorte app: Mobile banking
  • • WhatsApp: Mexico's primary communication tool
  • • OCC Mundial: Mexico's top job board
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