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Upon arrival, getting your cell phone set up is vital. The good news is you have a variety of options and resources to get you connected.
CELLPHONE SERVICE
Providers: Vodafone, Tim and Wind/3
Service contracts
• Approximately two to three years.
• Breaking contracts is not an option.
• No military clause included.
Pre-pay option
• Expect a contract fee.
• Renews every four weeks (not monthly).
• Set up an online account to view/change your plan.
What to bring to set up a cellphone plan:
• PCS Orders
• Military ID
• APO Address
• Codice fiscale
Apps to communicate internationally for free:
• Skype
• Facebook Messenger
• Facetime
• Hangouts
Note: When you arrive, put your phone in airplane mode to avoid unexpected charges.
