Never getting 5G

[Worm3rd]

I’ve seen various posts on this and tried everything 

I have a pay as you go sim that I recently converted to monthly. As far as I remember, I’ve never gotten 5G to show up on my phone

i I have an iPhone 12. And under the cellular data I DO see 5G as an option. Just.  Doesn’t ever connect.  And I’ve sat next to people who use o2 and they are on 5g

is there a chance I just need a newer sim?

may e something wrong with phone?

[MI5]

@Worm3rd 

5g is not available on O2 PAYG so did you get a new sim when you converted?

If not, pop in store with photo ID.

[Worm3rd]

Sorry if this doubles.  Had a hiccup first time I submitted

i concerted strictly on the app

if I pop in for new sim will my number change?   I’d like to keep the one I have 

[MI5]

@Worm3rd 

You keep your number and everything it will just be a pay monthly 5g sim that you need.

[Worm3rd]

I will give this a go maybe on the 27th as I just got into England an hour ago after 24 hours of travelling. And I’m exhausted.  Once I know what’s happening with this I’ll comment or mark as answer.  Either way I’ll let you know.  Ty

[Enlli]

In all the haste remember to take Photo ID

[MI5]

Yes I did mention that already.

[Enlli]

I know but I'm reiterating the point

[MI5]

As it appears there's a need for it to be repeated a number of times, please don't forget your photo ID @Worm3rd 

Have a great Christmas and hope you get your sim sorted promptly after.

[Worm3rd]

Would a USA drivers license be sufficient (which I always have on me) or should I bring passport just in case?