Truly Roaming offers a far more streamlined experience than acquiring a local SIM at Madrid (MAD) or Barcelona (BCN) Airport. Buying a physical prepaid SIM from providers like Orange or Vodafone at the airport typically involves locating a kiosk, enduring potentially long queues, and completing a mandatory passport registration process as per EU law. Our eSIM is fully digital, activated prior to your arrival, eliminating any need for physical purchases, queues, or ID checks, so you can connect immediately and get straight to work.
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Is using Truly Roaming more convenient than purchasing a local SIM at Madrid or Barcelona Airport, and is ID registration required?
Updated April 22, 2026
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