Iphone in another country
Jean04
Newbie

I'm planning on upgrading to an Iphone in June, and I was just wondering if I can use that phone when I visit the Philippines under a different company with a SIM card. I don't know if that will work since it's not under Verizon.

 

 

 


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Re: Iphone in another country
Spiral
Master - Level 1

Jean04 wrote:

I'm planning on upgrading to an Iphone in June, and I was just wondering if I can use that phone when I visit the Philippines under a different company with a SIM card. I don't know if that will work since it's not under Verizon.

 

 

 



Since the Verizon iPhone does not have a SIM card (or slot for one) I would say no.  You may want to try an AT&T version of the iPhone which does use the SIM card (GSM network).

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xlost6
Contributor - Level 1
The Philippines does have CDMA coverage over there but it wouldn't be Verizon coverage. It would be more like Sun Wireless (Philippines cell phone provider) who you would be roaming on if you have that compatibility on your plan with Verizon. Check the coverage map on this site or you can always call Verizon for yourself to double check.
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NJ_Analyst
Contributor - Level 1

You may use your Verizon iPhone with the Skype app to make calls over a WiFi.  Skype provides the ability to make calls to other Skype users as well as landlines and mobile phones anywhere in the world.  Best of all it's either free to other Skype users or low per minute rates to landlines or mobile phones.  It's a good way to avoid international roaming charges, but of course you will need WiFi access.

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parkernathan
Contributor - Level 2

The Verizon iPhone is CDMA only (not GSM as the AT&T iPhone), so it's not global ready. There is the Global Traveler program if your trips to the Philippines aren't lengthy.

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KellyW_VZW
Specialist - Level 1

Hello,

 

Thank you Community Members for posting some International Roaming advice. It is very much appreciated.

 

Although the iPhone will not work in the Philippines, Verizon Wireless offers the Occasional Global Traveler Program. For details, please visit the link below:

 

Global Traveler Program

 

 

For more information on coverage in the Philippines, please visit the link provided below:

 

International Roaming: Phillipines

 

Have a fun and safe trip!

 

 

KellyW@VZWSupport

 

 

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