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Free SIM card with data

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There are many different good free offers that come and go for SIM cards with data. Currently the one we know about is from Digital Republic: one month unlimited data for free.

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Digital Republic

1 month unlimited data for free. Current offer, it may change.
Get the SIM card →

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ID required

Prepaid SIM cards in Switzerland must be registered with a valid ID (passport, ID card or residence permit). With Aldi Mobile you do this on your smartphone with a short video, and the SIM is only activated afterwards.
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After the free month

The free month is a trial. After it you need a paid plan if you want to keep using the SIM. There is no minimum contract term and you can cancel in the customer portal. Read the terms on digitalrepublic.ch before ordering and check the current prices.

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eSIM

Digital Republic is also available as an eSIM that you activate yourself in a few minutes. Your phone must support eSIM. The conditions for the free eSIM trial are on the provider site.
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Alternatives

Aldi Mobile also offers prepaid and plans. Offers change often, so compare before you buy.
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