Is it ok for seller to keep SIM card?

[drober30]

Heading to pick up new iPhone from personal seller. He wants to keep the SIM card, is there any concern with this?

 

[Intell]

It is generally understood that the seller keeps the SIM card as it is of no use to the buyer.

 

[drober30]

Ok thanks, that's what I thought. It's brand new, sealed in the box so I was unsure. Can I just use the SIM from my 5s and place it in the new phone and do I need to notify my carrier?

 

[Intell]

If the carrier is the same or the new phone is unlocked, you can simply move the SIM card over.

 

[drober30]

Seller claims it is the same carrier. How do I know if it's locked or not?

 

[Intell]

If it is the same carrier that you are currently on, the unlocked status of the device is doesn't matter.

 

[drober30]

Thank you so much for your help! I'm finally picking up my 6 plus. I'm paying an extra $100 but it's worth it to be done running around trying to get one.