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Dual Cell Phone Rental w/ SIM Card for Italy
Italy SIM Information


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Key Features:
  • US$0.49/min calls back to the States
  • 15€ initial talk time
  • FREE Incoming calls
  • 2 GSM cellular phones with batteries
  • International adapters
  • Return ship label
  • and much more...
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Our Dual Rental Packages
By using any of our dual cell phone rental packages, you get all the benefits of our single-phone package but at a substantial savings. If there are two or more people traveling in your group and you want the added convenience of staying in touch with each other, our dual cell phone package is for you! They are also a great way for students to save extra money on study-abroad programs or other travel groups. Simply contact a fellow traveler and let him or her know about our great cell phone deals and order a dual rental package together! Both packages require and include the purchase of a $29 initial airtime voucher, which is automatically added to your rental.

Information and Talk Rates Chart

Key Features
  • Local phone number for Italy
  • Free incoming calls
  • Voicemail
  • Text Messaging
  • 15€ Initial Talk Credit
Text / SMS Rates

Incoming Free /
US$0.17 ea. domestic /
US$0.49 ea. international

Domestic Talk Rates

Incoming Free
US$0.25/min

International Talk Rates *
Incoming Free
US$0.49/min
Standard GSM Cell Phone & SIM Rental Rates
1-7 days 8-14 days 15-28 days 29-42 days 43-56 days
$69.00
$89.00 $109.00
$129.00
$149.00
What is your departure date?

*Please see our rental agreement for further information.
85 minutes making Italian calls. As well as 42 minutes outgoing calls to the US.
Compare prices with our Phone & SIM purchase packages for Italy.


Special Motorola V180 GSM Cell Phone Rental Rates
1-7 days 8-14 days 15-28 days 29-42 days 43-56 days
$89.00
$109.00 $129.00
$149.00
$169.00
PLUS the price of (2) recharge vouchers for initial talk credit ($29 each)*.
What is your departure date?

All dual cell phone rentals include 2 of the following:

  • A GSM cellular phone with a battery, fully charged, Italy SIM inserted and ready to go
  • An Italian cell phone number through UnoMobile, which utilitizes the popular Vodafone network..
  • The purchase of one initial air time voucher for Italy with €15 of talk time. This will give you about 85 minutes making Italian calls. As well as 42 minutes outgoing calls to the US.  Receiving calls are always free.
  • International plug adapters for Italy
  • International 110-220 volt charger for Italy
  • Phone box and User Guide
  • Return ship label (We encourage you to re-use your original ship box.)

If you receive your cellular rental missing any of the listed items, please contact us immediately.

You also get 2:

  • uno mobile for italyItaly cell phone numbers with service through UnoMobile
  • Easily-added additional talk time by pre-purchasing recharges before or during your trip from Cellular Abroad or locally at many points of sale in Italy, including gas stations, newspaper stands or cafes.
  • 24/7 toll-free (from a landine) English customer support.
  • 24/7 recharge service (add talk time any time you need!)
  • Great rates and service!
  • Initial € 15 recharge gives about 42 minutes of calls to the US, Canada or about 85 minutes within Italy
  • Unlimited FREE incoming calls and SMS messages
  • Calls in Italy as low as $0.25 USD per minute.
  • Calls back to the US and Canada only about $0.49 USD per minute.
  • Voicemail
Information and Talk Rates Chart

Key Features
  • Local phone number for Italy
  • Free incoming calls
  • Voicemail
  • Text Messaging
Initial Credit

US$5.64
23 min. Domestic
11 min. to US

Domestic Talk Rates

Incoming Free
US$0.25/min

International Talk Rates *
Incoming Free
US$0.49/min
Text / SMS Rates

Incoming Free /
US$0.17 ea. domestic /
US$0.49 ea. international

Please visit our Italy Pre-Paid SIM Card page for further information including exact rates.

Italy €15 Prepaid Recharge
only $29.00 for €15 of talk time credit

WILL ONLY WORK FOR UNO (not TIM)
**Your Italian phone number must begin with 377305 or be a new customer**

Save time by starting your stay in the Italy with an additional €15 of talk time. Each one of these recharges gives you about 85 minutes outgoing within Italy or 42 minutes outgoing calls to the US.

Helpful Tips
 

Important FAQs for Rentals

  • When do I order?
    You can order as far in advance as you like - even months prior to your departure. We will not ship your rental until the appropriate date in order for you to receive it in time for your departure. Rentals are typically shipped FedEx 2-Day service, unless faster service is required.
  • What is the latest I can order a rental phone?
    Although it's not recommended to place your order at the last minute, you can order up to one business day prior to your departure as long as you call in prior to 4pm Pacific Time. Even if you are leaving early in the morning, we can usually get your phone to you. Please call our 800 number (rather than order via the web) in order to confirm that we can get you your cell phone rental on time. Please take into account that bad weather can sometimes delay FedEx shipments. Cellular Abroad cannot refund the price of priority shipping for orders placed the day before departure if the package arrives late due to the weather.
  • When do I get the phone?
    You will receive your cell phone rental a day or two prior to your departure.
  • Does the cell phone come charged?
    Yes it does. You need only insert the SIM chip into the rental phone's SIM card slot, which is easily done. (Please let us know if you would like for us to do this for you.)
  • How many minutes do I have?
    Along with your rental you are purchasing an initial $29 credit voucher which will start you off with about 42 minutes of calls to the US or 85 minutes of calls within Italy.  Additional vouchers may be purchased from Cellular Abroad or from many retailers throughout Italy.
  • What happens if I cancel?
    As long as your cell phone rental has not been shipped, you will only be charged the reserve fee ($25 per phone). In the case that your rental has been sent out, you are only responsible for a one week rental plus the shipping.
  • When do I get charged for my cell phone rental?
    You will be charged upon checkout for the full security deposit. Please see our Rental Agreement
  • What will the rates be for people calling me from the US?
    That depends on the international long distance rates charged by their long distance company.  We recommend a company called Gorilla Mobile for those calls because they have low rates internationally and their service can even be used from a US cell phone.  Tell Gorilla Mobile you were referred by Cellular Abroad or enter our promo code CELLAB1 at www.gorillamobile.com and they will give you $5 in free call credit to start plus they'll waive your startup fee!  Gorilla Mobile’s phone number is 1-800-881-3004.
  • Does Cellular Abroad offer insurance against loss or damage?
    No, we do not, and this is why. Technically, you are purchasing the phone from Cellular Abroad and then we are buying it back from you. The vast majority of credit card companies offer their own insurance against loss or damage for purchases, but usually not for rentals. Therefore, and given this premise, you are already covered for accidental loss or damage...at no extra charge!

We have an office in Italy and I personally am in Italy for about 2 months out of the year and I of course use this solution. I can assure you that this is the least expensive and most to convenient way possible to communicate with back home! 24/7 customer service and top up service directly through Cellular Abroad is an important added value!

Sebastian Harrison, President, Cellular Abroad

Multi-Country Travel
You can also purchase other SIM cards as well for other countries to where you may be traveling. (This option is good for those planning on doing a lot of local calling.) We also offer an international roaming Talk Abroad™ rental that is convenient for travel to multiple countries. (This option is useful for those wanting a single number for use in multiple countries and who will be making more calls back home than locally.)

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