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October 19, 2025
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Simcard use with portable 4G/5G routers

  • October 19, 2025
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Do your SIM-cards work with portable 4G/5G routers and can I switch a sim between a phone and the router?

Thanks. 

    Best answer by Geluk

    Yes you can; maybe you’ll have to adjust SIM Card if 2 devices take different size ones.

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    Geluk
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    GelukAnswer
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    October 19, 2025

    Yes you can; maybe you’ll have to adjust SIM Card if 2 devices take different size ones.

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    iD Mobile Employee
    October 19, 2025

    Hi, ​@Geluk 

    Kindly note that it depends on the device while iD Mobile SIM cards can work with some portable 4G/5G routers, this is not guaranteed. The service is primarily designed for use in mobile phones, so compatibility with routers may vary depending on the router model and settings.

    You're welcome to try inserting your SIM into your router to see if it works. If it does, you should be able to switch the SIM between your phone and the router as needed. Just be aware that some features (like calling or messaging) may not function in the router, and data speeds or reliability might differ.

     

    Thank you,

    Zandile

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