{"id":4152,"date":"2023-10-20T01:59:32","date_gmt":"2023-10-20T01:59:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/austria-esim.com\/?page_id=4152"},"modified":"2023-12-15T08:26:14","modified_gmt":"2023-12-15T08:26:14","slug":"a1","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/austria-esim.com\/mobile-operators\/a1\/","title":{"rendered":"A1 Austria SIM Card and eSIM for Tourists &#8211; Detailed Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Confusing about getting a SIM card in Austria?. Read on this guide to know about A1 Austria SIM card.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/austria-esim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2023\/10\/A1.jpg\" alt=\"A1 Austria SIM Card and eSIM\" class=\"wp-image-4185\" srcset=\"https:\/\/austria-esim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2023\/10\/A1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/austria-esim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2023\/10\/A1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/austria-esim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2023\/10\/A1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/austria-esim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2023\/10\/A1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/austria-esim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2023\/10\/A1-510x340.jpg 510w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\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-quick-facts-about-a-1-austria\">I. Quick Facts About A1 Austria<\/a><\/div><div><a href=\"#ii-a-1-coverage-and-speeds-in-austria\">II. A1 Coverage and Speeds in Austria<\/a><\/div><div><a href=\"#iii-a-1-connectivity-options-for-travelers-in-austria\">III. A1 Connectivity Options for Travelers in Austria<\/a><\/div><div><a href=\"#iv-best-a-1-austria-sim-card-options-for-tourists\">IV. Best A1 Austria SIM Card Options for Tourists<\/a><\/div><div><a href=\"#v-does-a-1-austria-support-e-sim\">V. Does A1 Austria Support eSIM?<\/a><\/div><div><a href=\"#vi-where-to-buy-an-a-1-austria-sim-card\">VI. Where To Buy an A1 Austria SIM Card<\/a><\/div><div><a href=\"#vii-how-to-activate-an-a-1-austria-sim-card-or-e-sim\">VII. How To Activate an A1 Austria SIM Card or eSIM<\/a><\/div><div><a href=\"#viii-a-1-austria-call-and-sms-rates\">VIII. A1 Austria Call and SMS Rates<\/a><\/div><div><a href=\"#ix-ussd-codes-for-a-1-austria\">IX. USSD Codes for A1 Austria<\/a><\/div><div><a href=\"#x-how-to-top-up-an-a-1-austria-sim-card\">X. How To Top Up an A1 Austria SIM Card<\/a><\/div><div><a href=\"#xi-alternatives-to-a-1-austria-sim-card\">XI. Alternatives to A1 Austria SIM Card<\/a><\/div><div><a href=\"#xii-fa-qs-about-a-1-austria\">XII. FAQs About A1 Austria<\/a><\/div><div><a href=\"#xiii-final-words\">XIII. Final Words.<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"i-quick-facts-about-a-1-austria\">I. Quick Facts About A1 Austria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some key facts about A1:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Established<\/strong>: 1994 as Mobilkom Austria, rebranded as A1 in 2010<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Services provided<\/strong>: Provides mobile voice, messaging, and data services<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Subscribers<\/strong>: Over 5.1 million mobile subscribers as of Q3 2022<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Stores<\/strong>: 500+ retail stores across Austria<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Customer service<\/strong>: 24\/7 customer support by phone and online chat in English and German<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Awards<\/strong>: Received Ookla Speedtest Awards for fastest mobile network in Austria (2021, 2022)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"ii-a-1-coverage-and-speeds-in-austria\">II. A1 Coverage and Speeds in Austria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-a-1-coverage-in-austria\">1. A1 Coverage in Austria<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1207\" height=\"569\" src=\"https:\/\/austria-esim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2023\/10\/Austria-coverage-maps.jpg\" alt=\"A1 Austria SIM Card - coverage maps\" class=\"wp-image-4189\" srcset=\"https:\/\/austria-esim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2023\/10\/Austria-coverage-maps.jpg 1207w, https:\/\/austria-esim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2023\/10\/Austria-coverage-maps-300x141.jpg 300w, https:\/\/austria-esim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2023\/10\/Austria-coverage-maps-1024x483.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/austria-esim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2023\/10\/Austria-coverage-maps-768x362.jpg 768w, https:\/\/austria-esim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2023\/10\/Austria-coverage-maps-510x240.jpg 510w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1207px) 100vw, 1207px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">A1 coverage maps. Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nperf.com\/en\/map\/AT\/-\/63446.A1-Mobile\/signal\/?ll=47.71671679243703&amp;lg=13.35000000000001&amp;zoom=7\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.nperf.com\/en\/map\/AT\/-\/63446.A1-Mobile\/signal\/?ll=47.71671679243703&amp;lg=13.35000000000001&amp;zoom=7\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">nperf<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>A1&#8217;s 4G\/LTE coverage blankets over 99% of the population in all major metropolitan areas like Vienna, Graz, Linz, and Innsbruck. Their new 5G network is rapidly growing as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Their new 5G roll-out is concentrated in cities so far. Comparing to other networks shows A1 currently has the largest 5G footprint in Austria.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2-a-1-speeds-in-austria\">2. A1 Speeds in Austria<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"944\" height=\"157\" src=\"https:\/\/austria-esim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2023\/10\/A1-speedtest.jpg\" alt=\"A1-speedtest\" class=\"wp-image-4198\" srcset=\"https:\/\/austria-esim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2023\/10\/A1-speedtest.jpg 944w, https:\/\/austria-esim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2023\/10\/A1-speedtest-300x50.jpg 300w, https:\/\/austria-esim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2023\/10\/A1-speedtest-768x128.jpg 768w, https:\/\/austria-esim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2023\/10\/A1-speedtest-510x85.jpg 510w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 944px) 100vw, 944px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">A1 Speed. Source: Broadband<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Recent reports show average 4G download speeds of around 114 Mbps on A1&#8217;s network in Austria. Their 5G network offers much faster speeds, averaging around 200 Mbps downloads in cities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>So in summary, A1 offers the fastest mobile data connectivity in Austria, making them a good option for travelers.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"iii-a-1-connectivity-options-for-travelers-in-austria\">III. A1 Connectivity Options for Travelers in Austria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are three main options for connecting to the A1 network:<\/p>\n\n\n\n    <h3 class=\"wpdt-c\"\n        id=\"wdt-table-title-6\">Connectivity Options<\/h3>\n<div class=\"wpdt-c row wpDataTableContainerSimpleTable wpDataTables wpDataTablesWrapper\n wdtscroll\"\n    >\n        <table id=\"wpdtSimpleTable-6\"\n           style=\"border-collapse:collapse;\n                   border-spacing:0px;\"\n           class=\"wpdtSimpleTable wpDataTable\"\n           data-column=\"3\"\n           data-rows=\"10\"\n           data-wpID=\"6\"\n           data-responsive=\"0\"\n           data-has-header=\"0\">\n\n                    <tbody>        <tr class=\"wpdt-cell-row \" >\n                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell wpdt-bold wpdt-bc-F5F2FB\"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"A1\"\n                    data-col-index=\"0\"\n                    data-row-index=\"0\"\n                    style=\" width:150px;                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Connectivity Method                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell wpdt-bold wpdt-bc-F5F2FB\"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"B1\"\n                    data-col-index=\"1\"\n                    data-row-index=\"0\"\n                    style=\" width:200px;                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Pros                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell wpdt-bold wpdt-bc-F5F2FB\"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"C1\"\n                    data-col-index=\"2\"\n                    data-row-index=\"0\"\n                    style=\" width:261px;                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Cons                    <\/td>\n                                        <\/tr>\n                            <tr class=\"wpdt-cell-row \" >\n                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"A2\"\n                    data-col-index=\"0\"\n                    data-row-index=\"1\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        A1 SIM Card                    <\/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                                        Fast and direct connection                    <\/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                                        Need to physically swap SIM cards                    <\/td>\n                                        <\/tr>\n                            <tr class=\"wpdt-cell-row \" >\n                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell  wpdt-empty-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"A3\"\n                    data-col-index=\"0\"\n                    data-row-index=\"2\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                                            <\/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                                        No roaming fees                     <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell  wpdt-empty-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"C3\"\n                    data-col-index=\"2\"\n                    data-row-index=\"2\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                                            <\/td>\n                                        <\/tr>\n                            <tr class=\"wpdt-cell-row \" >\n                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell  wpdt-empty-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"A4\"\n                    data-col-index=\"0\"\n                    data-row-index=\"3\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                                            <\/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                                        Local Austrian number                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell  wpdt-empty-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"C4\"\n                    data-col-index=\"2\"\n                    data-row-index=\"3\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                                            <\/td>\n                                        <\/tr>\n                            <tr class=\"wpdt-cell-row \" >\n                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"A5\"\n                    data-col-index=\"0\"\n                    data-row-index=\"4\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Pocket WiFi Rental                    <\/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                                        No SIM swap needed                    <\/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                                        Battery\/ charger required                    <\/td>\n                                        <\/tr>\n                            <tr class=\"wpdt-cell-row \" >\n                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell  wpdt-empty-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"A6\"\n                    data-col-index=\"0\"\n                    data-row-index=\"5\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                                            <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"B6\"\n                    data-col-index=\"1\"\n                    data-row-index=\"5\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Connect multiple devices                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"C6\"\n                    data-col-index=\"2\"\n                    data-row-index=\"5\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Slower speeds than SIM                    <\/td>\n                                        <\/tr>\n                            <tr class=\"wpdt-cell-row \" >\n                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell  wpdt-empty-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"A7\"\n                    data-col-index=\"0\"\n                    data-row-index=\"6\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                                            <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell  wpdt-empty-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"B7\"\n                    data-col-index=\"1\"\n                    data-row-index=\"6\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                                            <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"C7\"\n                    data-col-index=\"2\"\n                    data-row-index=\"6\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Limited coverage area                    <\/td>\n                                        <\/tr>\n                            <tr class=\"wpdt-cell-row \" >\n                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"A8\"\n                    data-col-index=\"0\"\n                    data-row-index=\"7\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Roaming                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"B8\"\n                    data-col-index=\"1\"\n                    data-row-index=\"7\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        No SIM swap needed                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"C8\"\n                    data-col-index=\"2\"\n                    data-row-index=\"7\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        High roaming costs                    <\/td>\n                                        <\/tr>\n                            <tr class=\"wpdt-cell-row \" >\n                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell  wpdt-empty-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"A9\"\n                    data-col-index=\"0\"\n                    data-row-index=\"8\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                                            <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell  wpdt-empty-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"B9\"\n                    data-col-index=\"1\"\n                    data-row-index=\"8\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                                            <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"C9\"\n                    data-col-index=\"2\"\n                    data-row-index=\"8\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Slower speeds                    <\/td>\n                                        <\/tr>\n                            <tr class=\"wpdt-cell-row \" >\n                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell  wpdt-empty-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"A10\"\n                    data-col-index=\"0\"\n                    data-row-index=\"9\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                                            <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell  wpdt-empty-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"B10\"\n                    data-col-index=\"1\"\n                    data-row-index=\"9\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                                            <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"C10\"\n                    data-col-index=\"2\"\n                    data-row-index=\"9\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Need roaming agreement with A1                    <\/td>\n                                        <\/tr>\n                    <\/table>\n<\/div><style id='wpdt-custom-style-6'>\n.wpdt-bc-F5F2FB { background-color: #F5F2FB !important;}\n<\/style>\n\n\n\n\n<p>In summary, getting a local <strong>A1 SIM card<\/strong> is the most convenient and cost-effective option for tourists in Austria.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"iv-best-a-1-austria-sim-card-options-for-tourists\">IV. Best A1 Austria SIM Card Options for Tourists<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A1 offers a range of prepaid SIM card plans suitable for visitors to Austria.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wpdt-c row wpDataTableContainerSimpleTable wpDataTables wpDataTablesWrapper\n wdtscroll\"\n    >\n        <table id=\"wpdtSimpleTable-7\"\n           style=\"border-collapse:collapse;\n                   border-spacing:0px;\"\n           class=\"wpdtSimpleTable wpDataTable\"\n           data-column=\"5\"\n           data-rows=\"4\"\n           data-wpID=\"7\"\n           data-responsive=\"0\"\n           data-has-header=\"0\">\n\n                    <tbody>        <tr class=\"wpdt-cell-row \" >\n                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell wpdt-bold wpdt-bc-F5F2FB\"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"A1\"\n                    data-col-index=\"0\"\n                    data-row-index=\"0\"\n                    style=\" width:163px;                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        SIM Card                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell wpdt-bold wpdt-bc-F5F2FB\"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"B1\"\n                    data-col-index=\"1\"\n                    data-row-index=\"0\"\n                    style=\" width:100px;                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Validity                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell wpdt-bold wpdt-bc-F5F2FB\"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"C1\"\n                    data-col-index=\"2\"\n                    data-row-index=\"0\"\n                    style=\" width:181px;                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Allowances                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell wpdt-bold wpdt-bc-F5F2FB\"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"D1\"\n                    data-col-index=\"3\"\n                    data-row-index=\"0\"\n                    style=\" width:100px;                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Original Price (EUR)                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell wpdt-bold wpdt-bc-F5F2FB\"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"E1\"\n                    data-col-index=\"4\"\n                    data-row-index=\"0\"\n                    style=\" width:100px;                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Price (USD)                    <\/td>\n                                        <\/tr>\n                            <tr class=\"wpdt-cell-row \" >\n                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"A2\"\n                    data-col-index=\"0\"\n                    data-row-index=\"1\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        A1 Vienna SIM Card Tourist                    <\/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                                        7 days                    <\/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 GB data, 1000 minutes calls, 1000 texts, free incoming calls                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"D2\"\n                    data-col-index=\"3\"\n                    data-row-index=\"1\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        \u20ac14.99                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"E2\"\n                    data-col-index=\"4\"\n                    data-row-index=\"1\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        ~$15.79                    <\/td>\n                                        <\/tr>\n                            <tr class=\"wpdt-cell-row \" >\n                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"A3\"\n                    data-col-index=\"0\"\n                    data-row-index=\"2\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        A1 Austria Prepaid Surf SIM                    <\/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                                        30 days                    <\/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                                        20 GB data                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"D3\"\n                    data-col-index=\"3\"\n                    data-row-index=\"2\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        \u20ac19.90                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"E3\"\n                    data-col-index=\"4\"\n                    data-row-index=\"2\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        ~$20                    <\/td>\n                                        <\/tr>\n                            <tr class=\"wpdt-cell-row \" >\n                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"A4\"\n                    data-col-index=\"0\"\n                    data-row-index=\"3\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        A1 Fun Young SIM Card                    <\/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                                        30 days                    <\/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                                        20 GB data, 1000 minutes, 1000 texts                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"D4\"\n                    data-col-index=\"3\"\n                    data-row-index=\"3\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        \u20ac14.90                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"E4\"\n                    data-col-index=\"4\"\n                    data-row-index=\"3\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        ~$15                    <\/td>\n                                        <\/tr>\n                    <\/table>\n<\/div><style id='wpdt-custom-style-7'>\n.wpdt-bc-F5F2FB { background-color: #F5F2FB !important;}\n<\/style>\n\n\n\n\n<p>As you can see, short-term prepaid plans with several GB of data are available for around \u20ac15-20.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"v-does-a-1-austria-support-e-sim\">V. Does A1 Austria Support eSIM?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes, A1 introduced eSIM support in 2019. eSIMs provide digital cellular plans instead of physical SIM cards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The benefits of an eSIM include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>No need to swap SIM cards<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Remote activation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ability to store multiple plans<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Improved security<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>A1 eSIMs can be purchased online or at A1 stores in Austria. However, we currently do not offer A1 Austria eSIMs on GIGAGO as they only provide long-term plans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Our eSIMs for Austria are with 3 (Drei)&nbsp; which offers better short-term prepaid eSIM plans optimized for tourists.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"vi-where-to-buy-an-a-1-austria-sim-card\">VI. Where To Buy an A1 Austria SIM Card<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"a-1-retail-stores\">A1 Retail Stores<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There are over 500 A1 shops across Austria offering prepaid SIMs. Locations can be found on their website. Bring ID to register the SIM card.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"687\" src=\"https:\/\/austria-esim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2023\/10\/A1-store.jpg\" alt=\"Buy A1 Austria SIM Card at Store\" class=\"wp-image-4200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/austria-esim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2023\/10\/A1-store.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/austria-esim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2023\/10\/A1-store-300x206.jpg 300w, https:\/\/austria-esim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2023\/10\/A1-store-768x528.jpg 768w, https:\/\/austria-esim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2023\/10\/A1-store-510x350.jpg 510w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Buy A1 SIM Card at Store<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"upon-arrival-at-the-airport\">Upon Arrival at the Airport<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You can find and purchase A1 Austria SIM cards upon arrival at airports like Vienna or Salzburg. Just look for convenience stores like Relay or Capi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Wherever you purchase, be sure to see if activation assistance is provided. Also check the SIM card expiration date.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"vii-how-to-activate-an-a-1-austria-sim-card-or-e-sim\">VII. How To Activate an A1 Austria SIM Card or eSIM<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"activate-a-1-austria-sim-card\">Activate A1 Austria SIM Card<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Follow these steps to start using your A1 SIM:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"1\">\n<li><strong>Insert<\/strong> the SIM in your unlocked phone. For iPhones, use the SIM eject tool to access the tray.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Power on<\/strong> your device and wait for the SIM to be recognized.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Activate<\/strong> by going online or calling the number provided with the SIM. Some tourist SIMs are pre-activated.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Configure<\/strong> mobile data by entering the APN settings provided on the SIM pack.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Start using<\/strong> your A1 Austria SIM! Check your new phone number, data balance, and other details.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"activate-a-1-austria-e-sim\">Activate A1 Austria eSIM<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"1\">\n<li><strong>Scan <\/strong>your A1 eSIM QR code<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Activate<\/strong> by completing the verification process in the eSIM installation app.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Configure<\/strong> your cellular plan and settings within the app.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Connect<\/strong> to the A1 network and begin using mobile data, call and text.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"viii-a-1-austria-call-and-sms-rates\">VIII. A1 Austria Call and SMS Rates<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are the standard prepaid call and text rates when using an A1 pay-as-you-go SIM card in Austria:<\/p>\n\n\n\n    <h3 class=\"wpdt-c\"\n        id=\"wdt-table-title-8\">Call &amp; SMS Rates<\/h3>\n<div class=\"wpdt-c row wpDataTableContainerSimpleTable wpDataTables wpDataTablesWrapper\n wdtscroll\"\n    >\n        <table id=\"wpdtSimpleTable-8\"\n           style=\"border-collapse:collapse;\n                   border-spacing:0px;\"\n           class=\"wpdtSimpleTable wpDataTable\"\n           data-column=\"3\"\n           data-rows=\"9\"\n           data-wpID=\"8\"\n           data-responsive=\"0\"\n           data-has-header=\"0\">\n\n                    <tbody>        <tr class=\"wpdt-cell-row \" >\n                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell wpdt-bold wpdt-bc-F5F2FB\"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"A1\"\n                    data-col-index=\"0\"\n                    data-row-index=\"0\"\n                    style=\" width:207px;                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Call\/SMS Type                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell wpdt-bold wpdt-bc-F5F2FB\"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"B1\"\n                    data-col-index=\"1\"\n                    data-row-index=\"0\"\n                    style=\" width:100px;                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Rate (EUR)                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell wpdt-bold wpdt-bc-F5F2FB\"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"C1\"\n                    data-col-index=\"2\"\n                    data-row-index=\"0\"\n                    style=\" width:100px;                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Rate (USD)                    <\/td>\n                                        <\/tr>\n                            <tr class=\"wpdt-cell-row \" >\n                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"A2\"\n                    data-col-index=\"0\"\n                    data-row-index=\"1\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Calls within A1 network to mobiles                    <\/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                                        \u20ac0.19\/min                    <\/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                                        $0.22\/min                    <\/td>\n                                        <\/tr>\n                            <tr class=\"wpdt-cell-row \" >\n                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"A3\"\n                    data-col-index=\"0\"\n                    data-row-index=\"2\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Calls to A1 landlines                    <\/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                                        \u20ac0.24\/min                    <\/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                                        $0.28\/min                    <\/td>\n                                        <\/tr>\n                            <tr class=\"wpdt-cell-row \" >\n                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"A4\"\n                    data-col-index=\"0\"\n                    data-row-index=\"3\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Calls to Magenta\/Drei networks                    <\/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                                        \u20ac0.29\/min                    <\/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                                        $0.33\/min                    <\/td>\n                                        <\/tr>\n                            <tr class=\"wpdt-cell-row \" >\n                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"A5\"\n                    data-col-index=\"0\"\n                    data-row-index=\"4\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Calls to international numbers                    <\/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                                        \u20ac0.59\/min                    <\/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                                        $0.68\/min                    <\/td>\n                                        <\/tr>\n                            <tr class=\"wpdt-cell-row \" >\n                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"A6\"\n                    data-col-index=\"0\"\n                    data-row-index=\"5\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Calls to premium numbers                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"B6\"\n                    data-col-index=\"1\"\n                    data-row-index=\"5\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        \u20ac0.59\/min                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"C6\"\n                    data-col-index=\"2\"\n                    data-row-index=\"5\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        $0.68\/min                    <\/td>\n                                        <\/tr>\n                            <tr class=\"wpdt-cell-row \" >\n                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"A7\"\n                    data-col-index=\"0\"\n                    data-row-index=\"6\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        International call rates                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"B7\"\n                    data-col-index=\"1\"\n                    data-row-index=\"6\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Vary up to \u20ac2\/min                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"C7\"\n                    data-col-index=\"2\"\n                    data-row-index=\"6\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Vary up to $2.30\/min                    <\/td>\n                                        <\/tr>\n                            <tr class=\"wpdt-cell-row \" >\n                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"A8\"\n                    data-col-index=\"0\"\n                    data-row-index=\"7\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        SMS within Austria                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"B8\"\n                    data-col-index=\"1\"\n                    data-row-index=\"7\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        \u20ac0.09                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"C8\"\n                    data-col-index=\"2\"\n                    data-row-index=\"7\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        $0.10                    <\/td>\n                                        <\/tr>\n                            <tr class=\"wpdt-cell-row \" >\n                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"A9\"\n                    data-col-index=\"0\"\n                    data-row-index=\"8\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        International SMS                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"B9\"\n                    data-col-index=\"1\"\n                    data-row-index=\"8\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        \u20ac0.19                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"C9\"\n                    data-col-index=\"2\"\n                    data-row-index=\"8\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        $0.22                    <\/td>\n                                        <\/tr>\n                    <\/table>\n<\/div><style id='wpdt-custom-style-8'>\n.wpdt-bc-F5F2FB { background-color: #F5F2FB !important;}\n<\/style>\n\n\n\n\n<p><em>Rates are for calls and texts made from Austria. International rates vary based on destination. Data charges are separate.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gigago-block-border\">Tips: You can reduce costs by using apps like WhatsApp, FaceTime Audio, and Google Hangouts for cheap international calls over data.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"ix-ussd-codes-for-a-1-austria\">IX. USSD Codes for A1 Austria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some useful short dialing codes for checking your A1 SIM card balance and info:<\/p>\n\n\n\n    <h3 class=\"wpdt-c\"\n        id=\"wdt-table-title-9\">USSD Codes<\/h3>\n<div class=\"wpdt-c row wpDataTableContainerSimpleTable wpDataTables wpDataTablesWrapper\n wdtscroll\"\n    >\n        <table id=\"wpdtSimpleTable-9\"\n           style=\"border-collapse:collapse;\n                   border-spacing:0px;\"\n           class=\"wpdtSimpleTable wpDataTable\"\n           data-column=\"2\"\n           data-rows=\"10\"\n           data-wpID=\"9\"\n           data-responsive=\"0\"\n           data-has-header=\"0\">\n\n                    <tbody>        <tr class=\"wpdt-cell-row \" >\n                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell wpdt-bold wpdt-bc-F5F2FB\"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"A1\"\n                    data-col-index=\"0\"\n                    data-row-index=\"0\"\n                    style=\" width:100px;                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        USSD Code                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell wpdt-bold wpdt-bc-F5F2FB\"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"B1\"\n                    data-col-index=\"1\"\n                    data-row-index=\"0\"\n                    style=\" width:219px;                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Description                    <\/td>\n                                        <\/tr>\n                            <tr class=\"wpdt-cell-row \" >\n                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"A2\"\n                    data-col-index=\"0\"\n                    data-row-index=\"1\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        #131#                    <\/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                                        Change SIM PIN                    <\/td>\n                                        <\/tr>\n                            <tr class=\"wpdt-cell-row \" >\n                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"A3\"\n                    data-col-index=\"0\"\n                    data-row-index=\"2\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        #100#                    <\/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                                        Check credit\/balance                    <\/td>\n                                        <\/tr>\n                            <tr class=\"wpdt-cell-row \" >\n                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"A4\"\n                    data-col-index=\"0\"\n                    data-row-index=\"3\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        #101#                    <\/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                                        Check account validity                    <\/td>\n                                        <\/tr>\n                            <tr class=\"wpdt-cell-row \" >\n                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"A5\"\n                    data-col-index=\"0\"\n                    data-row-index=\"4\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        #104#                    <\/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                                        Check account details and usage                    <\/td>\n                                        <\/tr>\n                            <tr class=\"wpdt-cell-row \" >\n                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"A6\"\n                    data-col-index=\"0\"\n                    data-row-index=\"5\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        #126#                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"B6\"\n                    data-col-index=\"1\"\n                    data-row-index=\"5\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Manage data settings                    <\/td>\n                                        <\/tr>\n                            <tr class=\"wpdt-cell-row \" >\n                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"A7\"\n                    data-col-index=\"0\"\n                    data-row-index=\"6\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        #124*code#                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"B7\"\n                    data-col-index=\"1\"\n                    data-row-index=\"6\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Activate\/deactivate services                    <\/td>\n                                        <\/tr>\n                            <tr class=\"wpdt-cell-row \" >\n                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"A8\"\n                    data-col-index=\"0\"\n                    data-row-index=\"7\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        #130#                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"B8\"\n                    data-col-index=\"1\"\n                    data-row-index=\"7\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        View itemized billing report                    <\/td>\n                                        <\/tr>\n                            <tr class=\"wpdt-cell-row \" >\n                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"A9\"\n                    data-col-index=\"0\"\n                    data-row-index=\"8\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        #123*PIN#                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"B9\"\n                    data-col-index=\"1\"\n                    data-row-index=\"8\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Check SIM lock\/unlock status                    <\/td>\n                                        <\/tr>\n                            <tr class=\"wpdt-cell-row \" >\n                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"A10\"\n                    data-col-index=\"0\"\n                    data-row-index=\"9\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        1004#                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"B10\"\n                    data-col-index=\"1\"\n                    data-row-index=\"9\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Reactivate blocked SIM                    <\/td>\n                                        <\/tr>\n                    <\/table>\n<\/div><style id='wpdt-custom-style-9'>\n.wpdt-bc-F5F2FB { background-color: #F5F2FB !important;}\n<\/style>\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"x-how-to-top-up-an-a-1-austria-sim-card\">X. How To Top Up an A1 Austria SIM Card<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You can add more credits to your A1 prepaid SIM in a few ways:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"purchase-recharge-cards\">Purchase Recharge Cards<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Buy top-up vouchers at A1 shops, retail partners, tobacconists, and vending machines. Values range from \u20ac10 to \u20ac100. Scratch off the code and enter it into your A1 account.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"online-top-up\">Online Top-Up<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Recharge online using the A1 mobile app or website. Pay by credit card, PayPal, Sofort, or other methods. You&#8217;ll receive a confirmation SMS when done.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"atm-top-up\">ATM Top-Up<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Find an A1-branded ATM to add funds directly to your SIM account 24\/7 using cash or cards. Enter your phone number and payment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Topping up occasionally is easy to extend your A1 prepaid SIM validity and data allowance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"xi-alternatives-to-a-1-austria-sim-card\">XI. Alternatives to A1 Austria SIM Card<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While A1 is a solid choice, Austria has two other major networks:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Magenta Telekom<\/strong> &#8211; Owned by Deutsche Telekom, Magenta has the second best coverage and speeds after A1. Their tourist SIM cards start around \u20ac10.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Drei<\/strong> &#8211; The third largest provider, Drei offers prepaid SIMs from \u20ac9.90 but has slower speeds than A1 or Magenta.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>For eSIM, you can also find your own plans at <a href=\"https:\/\/austria-esim.com\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"17\">Austria eSIM<\/a> from <a href=\"https:\/\/gigago.com\/\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/gigago.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">GIGAGO<\/a>. Check their best plans here:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"594\" height=\"718\" src=\"https:\/\/austria-esim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2023\/12\/Austria-eSIM-data-plans.jpg\" alt=\"Austria eSIM data plans\" class=\"wp-image-4264\" srcset=\"https:\/\/austria-esim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2023\/12\/Austria-eSIM-data-plans.jpg 594w, https:\/\/austria-esim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2023\/12\/Austria-eSIM-data-plans-248x300.jpg 248w, https:\/\/austria-esim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2023\/12\/Austria-eSIM-data-plans-510x616.jpg 510w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 594px) 100vw, 594px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Austria eSIM data plans<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"xii-fa-qs-about-a-1-austria\">XII. FAQs About A1 Austria<\/h2>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1697687500844\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">How do I set up mobile internet on A1 Austria SIM Card?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Go to Settings &gt; Network &gt; APN Settings and enter the A1 Austria APN details provided in your SIM pack to configure data usage.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1697687508063\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">Does A1 Austria block VOIP calls?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>No, A1 does not restrict VOIP usage. Apps like Skype, WhatsApp, FaceTime, and Google Hangouts can be used freely for low-cost international calls over the data connection.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1697687523883\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">Does A1 have good coverage across Austria?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Yes, A1 has extensive nationwide 4G LTE coverage and a rapidly growing 5G network. Their mobile service reaches across all Austrian states including major cities and rural areas. However, some remote valleys may only get 3G signals.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"xiii-final-words\">XIII. Final Words.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While free EU roaming is great, having a local A1 Austria SIM card ensures the best service, speeds, and value in Austria. The coverage also extends to popular ski areas unlike some roaming plans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Alternatively, <a href=\"https:\/\/austria-esim.com\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"17\">Austria eSIM<\/a> is a solution for a hassle-free trip! Enjoy<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Confusing about getting a SIM card in Austria?. Read on this guide to know about A1 Austria SIM card. I. Quick Facts About A1 Austria Here are some key facts about A1: II. A1 Coverage and Speeds in Austria 1. 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