Canada SIM Card & eSIM Before arrival

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Prepare your mobile service before travelling, studying or immigrating to Canada. With kini mobile, you can order a physical SIM or install an eSIM before departure, ready to connect when you arrive. 

With a Canadian phone number included in your kini SIM, you can stay connected through calls, texts, and data while taking care of important tasks during your stay, including SIN applications and bank account setup.

Order a Canadian SIM card before departure 

kini ships physical SIM cards to Canada, Hong Kong, Mainland China, Macau, Taiwan and the Philippines with no additional shipment fees. 

Choose your mobile plan and place your order before travelling. Allow enough time for delivery before your departure date. 

Already have a kini Starter SIM? Add a plan before you arrive and follow the setup instructions provided.

Prepare your Canada eSIM before you fly 

If your phone supports eSIM, you can prepare your setup without waiting for delivery. 

  1. Order your kini eSIM and choose a mobile plan. 
  2. Connect to Wi-Fi and open your eSIM setup email. 
  3. Follow the instructions to install the eSIM. 
  4. Turn on your kini eSIM when you arrive in Canada. 

Installation can be completed overseas, but your kini eSIM can only be activated within Canada. 

Each eSIM QR code can only be installed once. Do not delete your installed eSIM, as the same QR code cannot be used to reinstall it. 

Get a Canadian phone number for your stay 

Both kini physical SIMs and eSIMs come with a Canadian phone number. You will receive an SMS immediately after the kini SIM card connects to Canada Network. 

If you purchase the kini SIM card from kini’s website, you will get an email informing your Canadian Phone Number. 

Use your local number to contact hotels, landlords, dormitory, schools, employers and other Canadian contacts. Your mobile data also helps you use maps, check transit routes and message family after landing. 

kini offers prepaid plans with no contract or credit check, so you can get started without a Canadian credit history. 

Check your phone before ordering 

Your phone must be unlocked and compatible with kini’s network. 

For eSIM, dial *#06# and look for an EID number. If no EID appears, your device may not support eSIM. Choose “Physical SIM” when exploring mobile plans.

Unsure about compatibility? Contact our team with your phone’s brand and model before purchasing. 

Connect when you arrive in Canada 

Insert your prepared physical SIM or turn on your installed kini eSIM. You can immediately access internet, make calls or send text messages.  

If you keep your home-country SIM enabled, review its roaming settings to avoid unexpected charges. 

Need help before travelling or immigrating to Canada? 

Contact kini with your phone model, departure date and delivery destination. Our team can help you choose a physical SIM or eSIM and prepare your setup before you travel. 

Explore kini mobile plans and get your Canadian mobile service ready before arrival.

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