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Deal on a SIM...how long can I postpone activation

Stanna1
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‎29-06-2026 02:36 PM

hello all, 

My husband is buying a new SIM (to replace my old SIM) which has an offer on it at the moment. It is pay monthly on a 24 month contract. My existing contract runs for a few weeks. It is a new number.

If he signs up to a new contract, when does it actually activate? When he signs up or when he activates the SIM? Don't want to be paying for 2 SIMs but don't want to miss this deal either! I am currently out of contract and have given notice....

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XRaySpeX
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‎29-06-2026 02:49 PM

@Stanna1 : If he orders a new SIM contract it starts & he starts paying for it immediately he receives it. EE is providing a service whether or not he makes use of it. They don't care!

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