Published on May 16, 2025
To activate your Boost Mobile SIM card in Australia, Go to https://boost.com.au/activate. Input your SIM serial number and select whether you want to keep your existing number or get a new one.
Prepare Required Information:
SIM Serial Number: Located on the back of your SIM pack.
Valid ID: Australian driver’s license, learner’s permit, Medicare card, Australian passport, or international passport with a valid Australian visa.
Visit the Activation Page:
Enter SIM Details:
Input your SIM serial number and select whether you want to keep your existing number or get a new one.
Provide Personal Information:
Enter your ID details, contact information, and address.
Select a Plan:
Choose your desired Boost plan and recharge amount.
Review and Activate:
Confirm all details and click ‘Activate’.
Standard Activation: Most activations are completed within 4 hours.
Number Porting: If transferring your existing number, activation may take 4 to 24 hours. Requests made outside business hours will be processed on the next business day.
Insert the Boost SIM: Place the Boost SIM into your phone.
Restart Your Device: Turn your phone off and on again.
Check for Signal: If you see ‘Boost’ next to your signal bars, your service is active.
Customer Service: Call 1800 100 933 (available 8 AM to 8 PM AEST, 7 days a week).
Live Chat: Available on the Boost Mobile Help & Support page from 7 AM to 11 PM AEST.