How to Get a MetroPCS SIM Card

Last Updated: September 13, 2018

Getting wireless service through MetroPCS will require you to obtain a SIM card, which you can then insert into any MetroPCS phone or unlocked mobile phone supported by MetroPCS. You can purchase a MetroPCS SIM card from any MetroPCS retail store or directly from the MetroPCS website.

Method 1

Method 1 of 2:
Buying from a MetroPCS Retail Store

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Go the MetroPCS store locator tool at https://www.metropcs.com/content/metro/en/desktop/storelocator.html.
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Enter your zip code, and click on “Go.” The webpage will refresh and display a list of nearby corporate MetroPCS retail stores, as well as MetroPCS authorized dealers.
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Call the MetroPCS retail store prior to visiting the store to verify that they have loose SIM cards for sale. Some retail stores, especially authorized dealers, may have a limited supply of SIM cards, or require you to purchase a new phone in order to obtain a SIM card.

Method 2

Method 2 of 2:
Buying from the MetroPCS Website

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Go to the MetroPCS SIM card landing page at https://www.metropcs.com/cell-phones/phonedetails.MetroPCS_SIM_Card.610214633514.html.
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Click on “Add to cart.”
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Click on the “cart” link at the upper right corner of the MetroPCS website.
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Enter a promotional code if applicable, then click on “Checkout.”
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Sign in to your existing MetroPCS account, or select the option to check out as a guest.
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Enter your shipping information, and click on “Continue.”
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Enter your payment information, then click on “Continue.”
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Review your order details, then click on “Submit.” MetroPCS will then process your order, and send the SIM card to the shipping address you specified.