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You have probably just bought your Samsung Galaxy S6 and you will have to put your SIM card in it. However, you may be wondering if the SIM card you have is compatible with the Samsung Galaxy S6. Undeniably, there are different types of SIM card formats and you need to have the right one in order for it to work. We will thus allow you to know the right size for your device. We will first see what the different SIM formats are. We will then see what size SIM is needed for the Samsung Galaxy S6. We will then explain to you how to order a new SIM. Finally, we will see the procedure to insert the latter.

The different types of SIM cards

For your Samsung Galaxy S6 to work and be able to connect to the network, it is necessary to put a SIM card in its phone. However, there are 3 different SIM card formats. Each mobile phone thus accepts a specific card format . Here are the 3 types of sizes available:

• La Mini SIM : This is the old SIM card from the 90s, it measures 25 mm by 15 mm and is no longer really used.
• La Micro-SIM : It exists since 2010 and is used by the phones of the first part of the 2010s.
• La Nano-SIM : It is the smallest of formats. Today it is used by most phones.

To be able to insert the SIM card into your Samsung Galaxy S6, it will have to be the right size. Undeniably, the SIM card slot of the Samsung Galaxy S6 only accepts one type of size.

The type of SIM card accepted on the Samsung Galaxy S6 is Nano-SIM . You can have a card at Nano-SIM format for your Samsung Galaxy S6.

The procedure to get a new SIM card at the right size for the Samsung Galaxy S6

If your current SIM card does not suit the format of the Samsung Galaxy S6, you will have to change SIMs. It is a fairly easy operation. Undeniably, all you need to do is connect to your operator's website and order a new SIM card. In the event that you do not have access to the internet, you can always go to the store from where you can place the order. This service is at times billed around ten euros by the operators.

If you use two SIM on your Samsung Galaxy S6, you will be interested in our article on dual SIM management of Samsung Galaxy S6.

Can we cut the SIM card so that it fits into the Samsung Galaxy S6?

If your SIM card is too large for the size accepted by your Samsung Galaxy S6, know that there is a solution! Indeed, it is possible for you to cut your current SIM card so that it corresponds to the good size. Be careful, because doing this can damage your SIM. You must therefore do this with great care. To split a SIM into Nano-SIM , you need to use a scissor and cut the plastic until the card fits into the rack of your Samsung Galaxy S6.

If you are looking for a maximum of tutorials to become the absolute master of the Samsung Galaxy S6, we invite you to look at the other tutorials in the category: Samsung Galaxy S6.

You have probably just bought your Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge and you must put your SIM Card in it. However, you may be wondering if the SIM card you have is compatible with the Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge. Indeed, there are different types of SIM card formats and you have to have the right one so that it works. We will actually let you know the right size for your phone. We will first discover what are the different SIM formats. We will see in a secondary step what is the size of SIM necessary for the Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge. We will then explain how to order a new SIM. Finally, we will see how to insert the latter.

The different types of SIM cards

For your Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge to work and be able to connect to the network, you will need to put a SIM card in your mobile phone. However, there are three different SIM card formats. Each smartphone accepts a specific card format . Here are the three types of sizes available:

• La Mini SIM : This is the old SIM card from the 90s, it measures 25 mm by 15 mm and is no longer really used.
• La Micro-SIM : It has existed since 2010 and is used by smartphones from the first part of the 2010s.
• La Nano-SIM : It is the smallest of formats. Today it is used by most phones.

To be able to insert the SIM card into your Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge, it must be the right size. Indeed, the SIM card slot of the Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge only accepts one type of size.

The type of SIM card accepted on the Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge is Nano-SIM . You must actually have a card at Nano-SIM format for your Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge.

How to get a new SIM card the right size for the Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge

If your current SIM card does not match the format of the Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge, you will need to change the SIM. It's a fairly easy operation. Indeed, you just need to log on to your operator's internet portal and order a new SIM card. In case you do not have internet access, you can always go to the store where you can place the order. This service is from time to time billing ten euros by operators.

If you use 2 SIM on your Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge, you will be interested in our article on dual SIM management of Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge.

Can we cut the SIM card so that it fits into the Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge?

In case your SIM card is too large compared to the size accepted by your Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge, be aware that there may be a technique! In truth, you can cut your current SIM card to match the right size. Be careful, because doing this can damage your SIM. You have to do it very carefully. To split a SIM into Nano-SIM , do not hesitate to use a scissor and cut the plastic until the card goes into the rack of your Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge.

If you want a lot of tutorials to become the king of the Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge, we invite you to consult the other tutorials in the category: Samsung Galaxy Edge S6.

Please Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge share identical SIM card type and identical card slot location. This guide applies to both Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge.

What’s Galaxy S6 SIM card size?

SIM (Subscriber identity module) card is an essential device for you to use your carrier’s network. Normally, SIM card comes with 4 different types (sizes):

1. Full-size  SIM
2. Mini-SIM
3. Micro-SIM
4. Nano-SIM

Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge use nano-SIM card, which is the smallest in size. In other words, Galaxy S6 SIM card size should be nano-SIM (4FF).

For your information, Galaxy S5 uses Micro-SIM. This means Galaxy S6 cannot use the old SIM card in your Galaxy S5. You need get a new SIM card from your carrier.

Some carriers may issue SIM cards that can be sued for both Micro-SIM and nano-SIM. You need use the inner part of such SIM cards.

Do not try to cut the nano-SIM card by yourself. If you damage the circuit in the SIM card, the SIM card may not function properly or be damaged,

How to insert Galaxy S6 SIM card?

To insert Galaxy S6 SIM card, please follow these 4 steps as shown below.

Step 1: Insert the ejection pin into the hole on the SIM card tray to loosen the tray.

Galaxy S6 SIM card tray is located in the right side of your Galaxy S6 phone. Please refer to Galaxy S6 layout page to locate SIM card tray if you have any doubts.

Galaxy S6 edge SIM card tray is located in the top

You need ensure that the ejection pin is perpendicular to the hole. Otherwise, Galaxy S6 may be damaged.

Step 2:  Pull out the SIM card tray gently from the SIM card tray slot.

Step 3: Place the SIM or USIM card on the SIM card tray with the gold-colored contacts facing downwards.

Step 4: Insert the SIM card tray back into the SIM card tray slot.

To remove Galaxy S6 SIM card, please follow these 4 steps as shown below.

Please leave your questions in the comment box below if you have any questions or encounter any problems on using SIM card on Galaxy S6 or Galaxy S6 edge.

For other features of Galaxy S6, please check Galaxy S6 online manual page.

For detailed guides on how to use Samsung Galaxy S6, please check Galaxy S6 how-to guides page.