We no longer recommend the use of local SIM cards as we did in the past due to the challenges involved. Local SIM cards must be registered at a mobile phone network provider branch, which requires a passport for registration and can be time-consuming. Additionally, local holidays may affect the availability of this service. However, international SIM cards are welcome and may work well in certain regions of the Mentawai Islands. As an alternative, Starlink is available on board for reliable and convenient internet access.
