If you’re headed overseas, make sure you have the right phone for where you’re going. Any Verizon Wireless phone can automatically be used in more than 40 countries and U.S. territories, and on select cruise ships. Verizon Wireless uses CDMA network technology, so Verizon Wireless phones will work with participating carriers in other countries who operate with the same technology.

A majority of the world, however, uses GSM wireless network technology. Verizon phones that are “Global Ready™” are compatible with both CDMA and GSM networks, allowing connectivity in over 220 Countries. With a Verizon Global Service, you can get voice service in more than 220 countries worldwide and data service in more than in 205 countries. To do so, activate the SIM card pre-installed in a Verizon global device and sign up for a Global Service plan or feature.

If you’re traveling internationally, use the Verizon Wireless Trip Planner to see if you have what you need. Just enter your destinations, the trip duration and how you’d like to keep in touch, as well as what device you hope to use, and the Trip Planner will tell you what your options are. If you don’t have the type of device you need, you can always rent one through the Global Travel Program.

For more information on Global services, including a full list of destinations, visit verizonwireless.com/global