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Vodafone Germany has supported online self-service real-name activation of SIM/eSIM cards.

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Vodafone Germany now offers online self-service activation for SIM/eSIM cards without any fees, requiring real-name verification. Users can select eSIM and, if porting a number, receive a €10 balance. The activation process involves entering personal details and verifying via email. The Postident app is used for verification, and the eSIM QR code is sent via email afterward. The eSIM supports roaming with China Mobile/Unicom 4G but does not support Wi-Fi calling. It allows device switching and supports iMessage. Roaming charges for mainland China include free incoming SMS, €0.84 for outgoing SMS, €4.32 per minute for calls, and €0.94 per 50KB of data. To maintain the number, users must recharge a minimum of €5 every 90 days or €0.01 every six months via IBAN transfer. The article also compares Vodafone with Telekom, noting that Telekom offers better roaming rates and packages, while Vodafone is a cost-effective option if you have an EU bank account.

🇩🇪Germany's Vodafone Supports Online Self-Service Real-Name Activation of SIM/eSIM Cards

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Activation Method#

No fee required for activation, real-name verification is needed

  1. Visit https://www.vodafone.de/freikarten/callya-classic-form to select eSIM. If you are porting your number, you can receive a free balance of 10 euros. After entering your gender, name, date of birth, nationality, and address below, verify your email and set a password, then choose AutoID for real-name verification.

  2. The real-name verification software is Postident.
    iOS: https://postident.deutschepost.de/user/deeplink?v=J233AYE9RNRG#
    Google Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=de.deutschepost.postident
    Once verified, the eSIM QR code will be sent to you via email.

eSIM and Roaming Situation#

  1. This card supports roaming on China Mobile/Unicom 4G in mainland China.
  2. This card does not support Wi-Fi calling while roaming.
  3. This card supports eSIM device switching (apply for a new QR code in-store or delete and scan the original QR code online).
  4. Supports iMessage.
  5. +49 number, 11 digits.
  6. Roaming charges in mainland China:
    Receiving SMS: Free
    Sending SMS: 0.84EUR/message
    Making calls: 4.32EUR/minute
    Receiving calls: 2.19EUR/minute
    Data usage: 0.94EUR/50kb
    No additional roaming data packages are available, please use data cautiously to avoid high charges.

Number Retention#

  1. Recharge a minimum of 5 euros every 90 days to retain your number.
  2. By transferring via IBAN, recharge a minimum of 0.01 euros every six months to retain your number.

Recipient: DE26ZZZ00000006194
IBAN: DE68 3007 0010 0250 8000 00
BIC: DEUTDEDDXXX
Please note your German Vodafone phone number when transferring.

Download#

iOS App:
https://apps.apple.com/de/app/meinvodafone/id398195347
Requires a German ID to download.

Google Play Store App:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.appseleration.android.selfcare

Summary#

In comparison with Deutsche Telekom, which is the largest operator in Germany, Vodafone falls short in roaming charges, roaming data packages, and roaming Wi-Fi calling. For Vodafone, if you have a European bank account (N26 account opening tutorial), the cost of retaining your number can be as low as 0.01 euros, and with free activation, it is a good choice.

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