mobile phone

haverve
By haverve

Hello


I am moving to Qatar in a few months from the U.S.A.


My first question is about phone service- Did anyone attempt to keep a U.S. phone/phone number?  What capabilities would I need to look for in the phone?    I need a new phone anyway, but that means a new plan/contract which will not be helpful if the phone doesn't work or is cost prohibitive. I know I can get a local phone plan when I get there, but was curious about my options.


Thank you in advance for your suggestions.

By zafariqbal689• 5 Oct 2011 05:25
zafariqbal689

no need any plan from US and phone set. Just need internet so you can use US number any where in the world. For more details contact by email ([email protected])

By frontieragent• 5 Oct 2011 03:40
frontieragent

I kept my USA phone line and suspended it until I got back. I purchased an unlocked phone from the states(you can buy some here also) and bought a local sim card. I use Qtel which is the local cell provider and have the Hala prepaid plan. You can buy minutes all over the city and even online for your phone.

Hope this helps and gives you an idea. I use an unlocked Iphone and unlocked Nokia C3 as my phone of choice here in Qatar. Good luck

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