13.11.2025
✈️ Travelling Abroad? Activate Your eSIM Before You Fly
WonderSIM – Stay Connected, the Smart Way
Planning your next trip? Here’s an important tip for every traveller using a travel eSIM:
👉 Always download and activate your eSIM before takeoff.
Why? Because in some countries, once you land, access to eSIM provider websites or apps may be restricted.
🚫 Example: Turkey’s New Rules
In July 2025, the Turkish telecom authority (BTK – Bilgi Teknolojileri ve İletişim Kurumu) announced new restrictions affecting several international eSIM providers.
This means that travellers can no longer activate or recharge their eSIMs after arriving in Turkey — unless they had activated them before travelling or use a VPN.
British media like The Sun and FTN News have already warned holidaymakers heading to Turkey: make sure your eSIM is up and running before you land!
💡 WonderSIM’s Recommendation
To travel stress-free and stay connected from the moment you land:
✅ Download your WonderSIM eSIM before departure
✅ Activate it using the QR code while still at home
✅ Verify connectivity (you can disable data until you arrive)
Once you land, simply turn on mobile data — and you’re ready to message, navigate, or check your hotel booking instantly.
🌍 A Broader Trend to Watch
Turkey may not be the last. As telecoms regulations evolve, other countries could adopt similar restrictions to control telecom traffic or data sovereignty.
That’s why pre-activation is not just convenient — it’s becoming a must for travellers everywhere.
💬 Travelling Soon?
With WonderSIM, you get:
- Reliable connectivity in 160+ countries
- Local European support (we are a Belgian company 🇧🇪)
- Fast setup and transparent pricing
Stay one step ahead activate your WonderSIM eSIM before you fly on wondersim, and travel with peace of mind.
