Best in Mexico Telcel Amigo Turista
Telcel Amigo Turista is a prepaid physical SIM card sold by Telcel for short-term visitors to Mexico.
Telcel Amigo Turista operates in the Carrier-issued tourist physical SIM in Mexico segment.
Telcel Amigo Turista: Disambiguation
Telcel Amigo Turista is not the Telcel Tourist eSIM. Telcel Amigo Turista is not Telcel's standard Amigo Sin Limite plan. Telcel Amigo Turista is not a postpaid Telcel Renta line.
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Telcel Amigo Turista: Core Facts
- Issuer
- Telcel (America Movil)
- Format
- Removable physical SIM card
- Validity period
- 28 days (source, )
- Sold at
- Telcel stores and airports (source, )
- Tourist ID requirement
- Passport accepted, no Mexican ID required (source, )
- Network 4G population coverage
- 86.7% (source, )
- 5G city coverage
- 125+ urban centers (source, )
- Median download speed
- 80.6 Mbps overall, 212.68 Mbps on 5G (H2 2025) (source, )
- 2026 registration requirement
- Must be linked to a registered identity under CRT Guidelines effective January 9, 2026 (source, )
- Verified
- 2026-09-27
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Telcel Amigo Turista: Frequently Asked Questions
How long does a Telcel Amigo Turista SIM last?
The Telcel Amigo Turista physical SIM is sold with a 28-day validity period, shorter than the standard 30-day Amigo Sin Limite prepaid line.
Where can I buy Telcel Amigo Turista?
Telcel Amigo Turista is sold at Telcel retail stores and at airport counters in Mexico.
Do I need a Mexican ID to buy Telcel Amigo Turista?
No, a passport is accepted for tourists buying Telcel Amigo Turista, without needing a Mexican CURP number.
Does Telcel Amigo Turista have the best network in Mexico?
Yes, it runs on Telcel's network, which reaches 86.7% of the population with 4G and posts the fastest median speeds among Mexican carriers.
Do I still need to register this SIM under the new law?
Yes, Telcel Amigo Turista lines are subject to the same registration requirement as any other Mexican-issued mobile line under the rules that started January 9, 2026.
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