In recent times, Visa has rolled out several exciting and rewarding offers for its cardholders. From the popular Visa Transact and Win to now the complimentary international SIM card offer, it seems Visa users are getting more than they could have asked for.
When travelling internationally, an e-SIM has become almost a necessity. While most of us end up paying for such services, payment issuers occasionally step in with offers that provide free SIM cards for global use. These usually come with a limited data pack and talk time for a specific period.
Visa’s latest offer gives cardholders a complimentary international e-SIM/SIM card that can be used worldwide while travelling. The offer is available for a limited time, valid from 29th May 2025 to 31st March 2026.
Free International SIM With Visa – Offer Details
The free SIM is only available for Visa Forex Prepaid cards issued in India. No other credit or debit card is eligible for this offer. Have a look at the table below to check out the various plans and geographic locations this SIM shall be useful for.
| Region | Option 1 Data | Option 2 Data + Talk time | Countries Covered | Validity |
| Asia | 6GB | 4GB + 60 Mins | Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, South Korea, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam | 30 days |
| Europe | 6GB | 4GB + 60 Mins | Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Montenegro, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Russia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Ukraine, United Kingdom | 30 days |
| Australia/New Zealand | 6GB | 4GB + 60 Mins | Australia / New Zealand | 30 days |
| USA | 6GB (30 days) | Unlimited data + talk time (7 days) | USA | 30 days / 7 days |
| Canada/ Mexico | 6GB (30 days) | 1GB + Unlimited
talk time (7 days) |
Canada / Mexico | 30 days / 7 days |
| Middle East | 5 GB | 1GB + 15 Mins | UAE, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Qatar, Kuwait, Israel, Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Azerbaijan | 30 days |
| Global | 5 GB | 1GB + 15 Mins | Europe 36 countries roaming + Asia Single country + USA/Canada/Mexico | 30 days |
While an e-SIM shall be sent via e-mail for activation, those who opt for the physical SIM shall be charged ₹100.
How to Get the Free SIM?
Eligible cardholders can follow the steps given below to unlock their free international SIM card.
- Sign Up – Enter your card details to complete the registration.
- Verify Your Email – Enter your registered email ID and verify it using the OTP sent to your inbox.
- Enter Card Details – Provide your Visa Forex Prepaid Card details to authenticate and unlock the rewards.
Bottom Line
This is a great offer from Visa, providing a complimentary SIM for those who travel abroad. The offer is valid until 31st March 2026, giving users plenty of time to plan their trips and make the most of this free e-SIM.
One of the most valuable aspects of this offer is the flexibility to choose between a data-only pack or a data + talktime plan, allowing travellers to pick what best suits their needs.
However, it is worth noting that the Data + Talktime option is not available in the following countries: Japan, Philippines, Montenegro, Slovakia, Switzerland, Russia, Ukraine, UAE, Saudi Arabia, Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Azerbaijan, and Canada.