{"id":3634,"date":"2023-11-14T10:00:56","date_gmt":"2023-11-14T10:00:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/esimbulgaria.net\/?page_id=3634"},"modified":"2024-05-07T08:43:32","modified_gmt":"2024-05-07T08:43:32","slug":"airport-sim-card","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/esimbulgaria.net\/airport-sim-card\/","title":{"rendered":"Where to buy SIM Card at Sofia Airport &#8211; Best Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>If you&#8217;re traveling to Bulgaria and landing at SOF Airport, one of the first things you&#8217;ll want to do is buying local SIM card at SOF airport so you can have connectivity during your trip. Here&#8217;s what you need to know about buying a SIM card at Sofia Airport.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/esimbulgaria.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/18\/2023\/12\/Airport-15.jpg\" alt=\"buying sim card at SOF airport\" class=\"wp-image-4010\" srcset=\"https:\/\/esimbulgaria.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/18\/2023\/12\/Airport-15.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/esimbulgaria.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/18\/2023\/12\/Airport-15-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/esimbulgaria.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/18\/2023\/12\/Airport-15-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/esimbulgaria.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/18\/2023\/12\/Airport-15-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/esimbulgaria.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/18\/2023\/12\/Airport-15-510x340.jpg 510w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rank-math-toc-block\" id=\"rank-math-toc\"><h2>Table of Contents<\/h2><nav><div><div><a href=\"#i-where-to-buy-a-sim-card-at-sof-airport\">I. Where to Buy a SIM Card at SOF airport<\/a><\/div><div><a href=\"#ii-sof-airport-sim-card-options-and-costs\">II. SOF Airport SIM Card options and costs<\/a><\/div><div><a href=\"#iii-what-you-need-to-prepare-for-getting-a-sim-card-at-sof-airport\">III. What You Need to Prepare for Getting a SIM Card at SOF airport<\/a><\/div><div><a href=\"#iv-e-sim-as-an-alternative-to-sim-card-at-sof-airport\">IV. eSIM as an Alternative to SIM Card at SOF airport<\/a><\/div><div><a href=\"#v-fa-qs\">V. FAQs<\/a><\/div><div><a href=\"#vi-final-words\">VI. Final words<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"i-where-to-buy-a-sim-card-at-sof-airport\">I. Where to Buy a SIM Card at SOF airport<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are several places to purchase SIM cards once you arrive at SOF Airport in the baggage claim and arrival areas:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-vivacom-store\">1. VIVACOM Store<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Located in Terminal 1<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sells VIVACOM network SIM cards<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Open 24\/7<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cash or credit card accepted<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>VIVACOM is one of the three major carriers in Bulgaria. Their store in the SOF airport arrival hall sells VIVACOM SIM cards with varying amounts of data, talk time, and text allowance. Plans range from pay-as-you-go to monthly packages.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/esimbulgaria.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/18\/2023\/12\/vivacom_store_at_airport.jpeg\" alt=\"SIM Card at SOF airport  \" class=\"wp-image-3810\" width=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/esimbulgaria.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/18\/2023\/12\/vivacom_store_at_airport.jpeg 517w, https:\/\/esimbulgaria.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/18\/2023\/12\/vivacom_store_at_airport-300x211.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/esimbulgaria.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/18\/2023\/12\/vivacom_store_at_airport-510x359.jpeg 510w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 517px) 100vw, 517px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2-a-1-store\">2. A1 Store<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Located in Terminal 1 and Terminal 2<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sells A1 network SIM cards<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Open daily 6am-10pm<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cash or credit card accepted<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>A1 is another top provider in Bulgaria and their stores at the SOF airport offer A1 network SIM cards with data packages, local and international talk time, and bundled plans. You can choose prepaid or postpaid plans.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/esimbulgaria.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/18\/2023\/12\/a1_store_at_airport.jpg\" alt=\"A1 SIM Card at SOF airport\" class=\"wp-image-3811\" srcset=\"https:\/\/esimbulgaria.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/18\/2023\/12\/a1_store_at_airport.jpg 800w, https:\/\/esimbulgaria.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/18\/2023\/12\/a1_store_at_airport-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/esimbulgaria.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/18\/2023\/12\/a1_store_at_airport-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/esimbulgaria.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/18\/2023\/12\/a1_store_at_airport-510x287.jpg 510w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"3-yettel-store\">3. Yettel Store<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Located in Terminal 1<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sells Yettel network SIM cards<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Open 24\/7<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cash or credit card accepted<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Yettel, formerly Telenor, is the third major carrier with shops at the airport selling Yettel SIMs with voice, data, SMS bundles. You can select short-term prepaid plans or longer-term contracts.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"612\" src=\"https:\/\/esimbulgaria.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/18\/2023\/12\/yettel_sim_card_at_airport.jpg\" alt=\"Yettel SIM Card at SOF airport\" class=\"wp-image-3812\" srcset=\"https:\/\/esimbulgaria.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/18\/2023\/12\/yettel_sim_card_at_airport.jpg 800w, https:\/\/esimbulgaria.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/18\/2023\/12\/yettel_sim_card_at_airport-300x230.jpg 300w, https:\/\/esimbulgaria.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/18\/2023\/12\/yettel_sim_card_at_airport-768x588.jpg 768w, https:\/\/esimbulgaria.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/18\/2023\/12\/yettel_sim_card_at_airport-510x390.jpg 510w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"4-other-stores-kiosks\">4. Other Stores &amp; Kiosks<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There are also a few other independent SIM card shops and kiosks scattered throughout the arrival and baggage areas at SOF airport. Shop around to compare plans and rates across different providers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"ii-sof-airport-sim-card-options-and-costs\">II. SOF Airport SIM Card options and costs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The major network providers like VIVACOM, A1, and Yettel offer several SIM package options at SOF airport stores, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wpdt-c row wpDataTableContainerSimpleTable wpDataTables wpDataTablesWrapper\n wdtscroll\"\n    >\n        <table id=\"wpdtSimpleTable-17\"\n           style=\"border-collapse:collapse;\n                   border-spacing:0px;\"\n           class=\"wpdtSimpleTable wpDataTable\"\n           data-column=\"3\"\n           data-rows=\"5\"\n           data-wpID=\"17\"\n           data-responsive=\"0\"\n           data-has-header=\"0\">\n\n                    <tbody>        <tr class=\"wpdt-cell-row \" >\n                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell wpdt-bold\"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"A1\"\n                    data-col-index=\"0\"\n                    data-row-index=\"0\"\n                    style=\" width:134px;                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Operator                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell wpdt-bold\"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"B1\"\n                    data-col-index=\"1\"\n                    data-row-index=\"0\"\n                    style=\" width:146px;                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        SIM Package                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell wpdt-bold\"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"C1\"\n                    data-col-index=\"2\"\n                    data-row-index=\"0\"\n                    style=\" width:170px;                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Price Range (approx. in USD)                    <\/td>\n                                        <\/tr>\n                            <tr class=\"wpdt-cell-row \" >\n                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell wpdt-bold\"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"A2\"\n                    data-col-index=\"0\"\n                    data-row-index=\"1\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        A1 Bulgaria                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"B2\"\n                    data-col-index=\"1\"\n                    data-row-index=\"1\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        A1 Tourist SIM                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"C2\"\n                    data-col-index=\"2\"\n                    data-row-index=\"1\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        $10 - $20                    <\/td>\n                                        <\/tr>\n                            <tr class=\"wpdt-cell-row \" >\n                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell wpdt-bold\"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"A3\"\n                    data-col-index=\"0\"\n                    data-row-index=\"2\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Telenor                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"B3\"\n                    data-col-index=\"1\"\n                    data-row-index=\"2\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Tourist SIM                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"C3\"\n                    data-col-index=\"2\"\n                    data-row-index=\"2\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        $10 - $20                    <\/td>\n                                        <\/tr>\n                            <tr class=\"wpdt-cell-row \" >\n                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell wpdt-bold\"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"A4\"\n                    data-col-index=\"0\"\n                    data-row-index=\"3\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Vivacom                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"B4\"\n                    data-col-index=\"1\"\n                    data-row-index=\"3\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Travel SIM                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"C4\"\n                    data-col-index=\"2\"\n                    data-row-index=\"3\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        $10 - $20                    <\/td>\n                                        <\/tr>\n                            <tr class=\"wpdt-cell-row \" >\n                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell wpdt-bold\"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"A5\"\n                    data-col-index=\"0\"\n                    data-row-index=\"4\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Lycamobile                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"B5\"\n                    data-col-index=\"1\"\n                    data-row-index=\"4\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Tourist SIM                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"C5\"\n                    data-col-index=\"2\"\n                    data-row-index=\"4\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        $5 - $15                    <\/td>\n                                        <\/tr>\n                    <\/table>\n<\/div><style id='wpdt-custom-style-17'>\n<\/style>\n\n\n\n\n<p>Some carriers also offer eSIM activation rather than physical SIM card. Mainly targeted toward longer staying visitors who bring their own devices.&nbsp;Pricing is similar to regular SIM card plans. Activation fee may apply.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-cta01-highlight-Z1A0yyj wp-block-lazyblock-cta01-highlight\">\n<div class=\"cta01-highlight mb-6\">\n    <div class=\"cta01-content\">\n        <p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;Upgrade your (country): Choose (site), choose beyond limits.&quot;}\" data-sheets-userformat=\"{&quot;2&quot;:769,&quot;3&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:0},&quot;11&quot;:4,&quot;12&quot;:0}\">Upgrade your Bulgaria: Choose Esimbulgaria.net, choose beyond limits.<\/span><\/p>    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"cta01-button\">\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/esimbulgaria.net\/\">\n            Buy my eSIM        <\/a>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"iii-what-you-need-to-prepare-for-getting-a-sim-card-at-sof-airport\">III. What You Need to Prepare for Getting a SIM Card at SOF airport<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To purchase any SIM card at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sofiaairport.bg\/en\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.sofiaairport.bg\/en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">SOF airport<\/a>, you&#8217;ll need:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Unlocked Phone:<\/strong>&nbsp;Your phone must be unlocked to accept foreign SIM cards.&nbsp;Contact your home carrier to unlock before traveling<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Passport:<\/strong>&nbsp;You&#8217;ll need to show your passport at the SIM card shop for registration requirements and identity verification<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Local Currency:<\/strong>&nbsp;Most SIM card packages can only be purchased in Bulgarian Lev (BGN) currency.&nbsp;There are ATMs and currency exchanges at SOF airport to obtain BGN cash<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Basic Bulgarian:<\/strong>&nbsp;While airport shop staff may speak some English, knowing a few basic Bulgarian phrases can help the transaction go more smoothly.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Make sure to disable data roaming on your regular SIM card before you pop in the Bulgaria SIM at SOF airport. This way, you won&#8217;t end up with crazy roaming fees. With a little prep, you&#8217;ll be all set to get connected as soon as you land at SOF airport.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-ggg-custom-block-yUeWs wp-block-lazyblock-ggg-custom-block\"><div class=\"ggg-custom-shortcode gigago-block-yellow\">\n    <div class=\"ggg-shortcode-content\">\n        <p>Are you traveling to Bulgaria or Sofia soon? Don\u2019t miss out on important communications or getting directions on the go. Click here to learn about : <a href=\"https:\/\/esimbulgaria.net\/sim-card\/sofia\/\">How to Buy a SIM Card In Sofia: Tips from Locals<\/a><\/p>    <\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"iv-e-sim-as-an-alternative-to-sim-card-at-sof-airport\">IV. eSIM as an Alternative to SIM Card at SOF airport<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have an unlocked phone with eSIM capability, you may want to consider an eSIM instead of physical SIM card in Bulgaria.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>eSIM Benefits<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Don&#8217;t need to insert SIM card, activation done remotely<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Keep your home country SIM active simultaneously<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Easy setup<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Avoid SIM swap hassle when alternating devices<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Check if your device supports eSIM in&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/gigago.com\/esim-compatible-list\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/gigago.com\/esim-compatible-list\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">eSIM Compatible Device List<\/a>,<\/strong>&nbsp;and research providers before your trip if interested. Can sign up online before arrival.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Another provider offers Bulgaria eSIM you should consider is <strong>esimbulgaria<\/strong>.<strong>net<\/strong>. Sure thing! You&#8217;ve got options from a 1GB to a 20GB monthly plan. Just be sure to grab the eSIM before you head out so you can activate it from wherever you are.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Although eSIMs are super convenient, grabbing a local SIM in Bulgaria often means snagging better rates, especially if you&#8217;re staying a while. On the flip side, eSIMs really shine when you&#8217;re hopping across multiple countries or just popping into Bulgaria for a short stint.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Discover the exciting world of Bulgaria&#8217;s eSIM plans and explore your options at <a href=\"https:\/\/esimbulgaria.net\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"17\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>esimbulgaria.net<\/strong>.<\/a> Embrace seamless connectivity by purchasing an eSIM plan, ensuring you stay effortlessly linked no matter where your Bulgarian adventures take you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" 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FAQs<\/h2>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1702886731066\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">Do I need to register my passport to get SIM card at SOF Airport?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Yes, you&#8217;ll need to provide your passport details during signup per local registration laws.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1702886749469\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">Can I use SOF Airport SIM card throughout Bulgaria?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Yes, SIM cards from major carriers will work throughout Bulgaria with nationwide coverage areas.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1702886764218\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">How long until my SIM card is activated at SOF?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Most SIM cards activate within an hour after airport pickup and registration. 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