There are 4 mobile operators in Mexico:
AT&T United States Mexico (incl. Unefon)
Red Compartida (National Wholesale Network)
Telcel
Let’s look at cellular communication in Mexico and mobile Internet using the example of the operator Telcel.
After arriving in Mexico, this operator’s card can be purchased at any OXXO chain store. They are everywhere in the big cities of Mexico. Cancun also has many offices and sales points in large shopping centers. Here you can always resolve issues regarding the use of communication or mobile Internet.
Ussd requests from Telcel operator.
You can check the balance with the Telcel operator by sending a short request *133#. Then press 2 and 5.
As we can see, I have unlimited calls and SMS until April 28, more than 1 GB on WhatsApp, Facebook and Twitter, but unfortunately 0 MB of third-party traffic. I will now have to buy another megabyte from the operator so that I can use my browsers.
You can also do this at the request of the Telcel operator *133# and press 3 and the number corresponding to the selected megabytes. Before that, of course, by replenishing the balance by the selected amount. Prices are in Mexican pesos.
I have been using the services of this operator in Mexico for a long time and, in principle, it suits me. Even considering the fact that there is no unlimited Internet. But if you have Wi-Fi from IZZI at hand, then outside of it you only need a cellular connection in Mexico. I have enough of it. But about landline Internet in Mexico and the IZZI company next time.
Update Telcell ussd requests
Telcel operator recently changed the menu of ussd requests. It became extremely inconvenient and unusual to use. Since the summer of 2019, I started using a different account top-up scheme and using mobile internet.
For example, I top up my OXXO account by 100 pesos. You can do it online or through your Mi Telcel personal account.
Next, send an SMS to the number 5050 with the code: int100. Accordingly, the “Amigo100” tariff is connected. 800 Mb of traffic for 15 days.
Checking the remaining megabytes: Consulta int100. We also send this text to SMS to the number 5050.
Telcell cellular tariff plans in Mexico
What are the other tariff plans of Telcel operator? Let’s list some of them.
- “Amigo 20”. 100 megabytes for 1 day. The cost is 20 pesos;
- “Amigo 30”. 120 megabytes for 3 days. The cost is 30 pesos;
- “Amigo 50”. 300 megabytes for 7 days. The cost is 50 pesos;
- “Amigo 80”. 400 megabytes for 13 days. The cost is 80 pesos;
- “Amigo 100”. 800 megabytes for 15 days. The cost is 100 pesos. Which I use;
- “Amigo 150”. 1000 MB for 28 days. The cost is 150 pesos;
- “Amigo 200”. 1500 megabytes for 30 days. The cost is 200 pesos;
- “Amigo 300”. 2500 megabytes for 33 days. The cost is 300 pesos;
- “Amigo 500”. 5000 megabytes for 33 days. The cost is 500 pesos;
Choose which one is more suitable for you. Top up the account with the amount. Activate the package via SMS to 5050 with the text: intXXX. Checking the remaining megabytes: Consulta intXXX. Instead of XXX, the name of the package, for example int100, int150, int 200.
Which sim to buy in Mexico?
The most convenient cellular operator in Mexico is Telcel, it is a kind of monopoly with a large number of offices and payment points. Of course, not everywhere, but most regions with 4G coverage. As an alternative to this operator, Unefon from AT&T, Movistar, Nextel is also available.
How to buy a SIM card in Mexico?
In Mexico, there are no restrictions on the purchase of these cards by foreigners, and the card itself can be purchased in many places that you will visit one way or another. In Mexico, the three main mobile operators are Telcel, Movistar and AT&T, and there are many virtual operators.
How much does a SIM card cost in Mexico?
The cost of a SIM card is 10 euros. Most travelers recoup these costs in the first week of travel when they save on communications. The usual SIM card of three formats: nano, micro and mini.
What connection is caught in Mexico?
There are a total of 4 mobile service operators in Mexico – Nextel, Iusacell, Movistar and Telcel. The largest, most popular and affordable of them is Telcel, which offers a favorable Amigo tariff