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Due to network technology changes worldwide, Verizon will soon no longer be able to offer International Service on CDMA networks. As these changes occur, a Verizon World Device that runs on GSM networks will be needed for international travel. These devices already provide a better experience and improved coverage in many countries. See below to learn what countries are impacted and how to stay better connected when you’re traveling internationally.

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DESTINATIONS AFFECTED BY THESE CHANGES

Effective 10/17/15, 4G LTE non World Devices (those with no GSM network capability) no longer work for voice, text or data outside of the U.S., Puerto Rico or U.S. Virgin Islands. Examples of 4G non-World Devices include: Samsung Galaxy III, Samsung Galaxy Core Prime, Samsung Stellar, LG Lucid 2, LG Lucid 3 and LG G Vista
As early as 12/31/15, 2G and 3G non World Devices will no longer work for voice, text or data outside the U.S., Puerto Rico or U.S. Virgin Islands. See timing by destination below. Examples of these devices include: iPhone 4, LG Octane, Samsung Convoy, Casio GzOne Ravine, Casio GzOne Commando, LG Cosmos, LG Revere and LG Exalt

2G & 3G Non World Devices Impacted As Early As 12/31/15
Guam & N. Marianas Islands
Israel
Anguilla
Antigua
Aruba
Barbados
Cayman Islands
Jamaica
St Kitts & Nevis

2G & 3G Devices Impacted
As Early As 1/13/16
Bahamas
Bangladesh
Barbuda
Belize
Bermuda
Canada
China
Dominica
Dominican Republic

Hong Kong
India
Indonesia
Japan
Korea
Macau
Mexico
St. Lucia
St. Maarten - Dutch
Taiwan
Virgin Islands, British

Venezuela
Vietnam
Yemen
All Non World Devices
Impacted As Early As 3/1/16
Cruise Lines

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