Register SIM card: with ALDI, Telekom, O2, Vodafone & Co.

As of July 2017, you must prove your identity when registering a SIM card. To do this, either go to a shop of the provider or use the video ID check. We will show you how SIM card registration works with the various providers.

Register SIM card: identity verification via video chat

Since July 1st 2017 you have to identify yourself when buying a SIM card. To do this, either go to a shop of the provider or use video legitimation. We will show you how SIM card registration works with the various providers.

• Identification takes place on a PC with a webcam and microphone, or on a smartphone or tablet.
• The mobile operators use the services of companies like IDnow. A trained employee will check your identity in a video chat using your ID card or passport. In addition, software checks the authenticity of the ID.
• All you need for identification is a valid ID document and a device with a stable internet connection, webcam and microphone.

Activate SIM card: This is how it works for all providers

Almost all providers allow the registration of SIM cards via the browser or an app. You can read how registration with your provider works in one of these practical tips:

• SIM card registration with T-Mobile
• SIM card registration with O2
• SIM card registration with Vodafone
• SIM card registration with ePlus
• SIM card registration at klarmobil
• SIM card registration with Simyo
• SIM card registration at 1 & 1
• SIM card registration with Mobilcom Debitel
• SIM card registration with ALDI
• SIM card registration with Congstar
• SIM card registration with Tchibo
• SIM card registration at Base
• SIM card registration at Blau
• SIM card registration with Ortel Mobile
• SIM card registration at Rossmann Mobil
• SIM card registration at Netzclub
• SIM card registration with Fyve
• SIM card registration with Otelo

On the next page we will show you how to cut your SIM card to the right size.