Verizon offers international texting services for its customers. With this service, you can send and receive text messages to and from over 200 countries worldwide. However, it's important to note that additional fees may apply for international texting depending on your plan and the country you are texting.
To use Verizon's international texting service, follow these steps:
Check if your plan includes international texting: You can check if your Verizon plan includes international texting by logging into your Verizon account or contacting Verizon customer service.
Add an international plan: If your plan does not include international texting, you may need to add an international plan to your account. Verizon offers a variety of international plans depending on your needs, including daily and monthly plans.
Enable roaming: If you plan to use your phone outside of the United States, you will need to enable international roaming. You can do this through your Verizon account or by contacting customer service.
Send a text message: Once you have enabled international roaming and/or added an international plan, you can send and receive text messages to and from international phone numbers. To send a text message, enter the country code, area code, and phone number of the recipient, followed by your message.
International texting rates may vary depending on the country you are texting. It's a good idea to check Verizon's international rates before sending text messages to avoid unexpected charges. Additionally, some messaging apps such as WhatsApp, Facebook Messenger, or iMessage may provide a more cost-effective alternative for international messaging.
March 27, 2023
