Q: Will my cell phone work if I travel internationally?

Answer

It depends on the equipment and service you are using. Refer to the overview listed below, or visit the [Mobile Device Ninja ] for contact information to each of the cellular vendors.

International Cell Phone Options:

• AT&T: AT&T provides GSM service and phones that work on the GSM network both in the US and globally. See the Travel Guide to check service availability of your phone, or find a phone that will work where you are travelling.
• Sprint: Sprint offers international roaming service through the use of GSM or WCDMA (Japan) phones that can be rented or purchased. See the Sprint PCS International Roaming website to check service availability of your phone, or find a phone that will work where you are travelling.
• T-Mobile: T-Mobile provides GSM service and phones that work both in the US and globally. See the T-Mobile website for further information on international services.
• Verizon Wireless: Verizon Wireless provides a Global Phone by Samsung, which works on the CDMA network in the US, and on the GSM network internationally. See the Verizon Wireless website for further details on the Global Phone.

See Also

How to Pick a Cellphone Plan for Traveling Abroad from the New York Times, June 16, 2015.