Do American cellphones work in Europe?
I have a Virgin Mobile Pay as you go phone, is there any chance that will work in Hungary, Italy and Germany?
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If your phone is not GSM it won't work. You could buy a cheap prepaid phone over there for about €50?€100 or so (I'm guessing here) and use that. Might be cheaper/easier than sorting out a phone in the USA.
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Can I use my American phone in Europe?
Can I use my American or Canadian cell phone in Europe? Almost all modern mobile devices are compatible with European cellular networks, so you should be able to use your phone in European countries without interruption. So yes, you can buy a phone in the US and use it in Europe.How do I know if my cell phone will work in Europe?
If you have a phone with dual technology (both CDMA and GSM), the device will typically work on European GSM networks. If your phone is a on a GSM network (or dual technology with GSM) it will work in Europe if it's unlocked, meaning it can be used with other GSM carriers.Do US phones work internationally?
Every major cell phone company has some sort of international roaming option. These range from excellent to extortionate and are your easiest (though not often best) option. If your carrier is T-Mobile, Sprint, or Google Project Fi, you're covered with some kind of unlimited data in most countries around the world.How do I make my phone work in Europe?
You buy a European SIM card (a microchip that stores your phone number and other data) to insert in your current phone \u2014 or into a cheap mobile phone that you buy for your trip. This gives you a European number \u2014 and the same local rates Europeans enjoy. Leave the devices at home.International sim card - Use your phone while traveling Europe
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