SIM & Cell Phone Packages for the United Kingdom

the United Kingdom SIM Information

Planning a trip to the United Kingdom? Our UK Phone and SIM package deals are a great way to stay in touch, especially if you're a frequent traveler or are going to be spending a few months overseas. This prepaid service gets you a local UK number, a £5.00 credit and UNLIMITED free incoming calls. You can also purchase additional credits directly from Cellular Abroad before you leave, or during your trip - There is no obligation, and no monthly bills or binding contracts! Wherever you go; London, Scotland, Wales or Northern Ireland, our service has you covered from Glasgow to Southampton, Cellular Abroad wants you to enjoy the peace of mind you only get from traveling with a cell phone. View the United Kingdom package features below

Choose the phone that best suits your needs from one of our several options below...

What phone should I choose?

Cellular Abroad have selected several cell phones from recognized brands; all of our phones are brand-new quad-band (unless otherwise stated) and factory-unlocked. All of our phones are intended primarily for making and receiving international calls; we also offer more feature-rich handsets, and these key features can prove valuable in determining which handset you will need for your travels. Click here to see more information about our phone models... (more)

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GSM Cell Phone	Key Features	Price w/ SIM for the United Kingdom
BLU™ CLICK Click here to see more views	Unlocked GSM Quad-band phone (works even in the US!) Compact and durable Built in camera Long lasting battery Music and FM Radio Built in pen light Full Phone Specs Other Views	$99
BLU™ Samba Q BEST SELLER! Click here to see more views	Unlocked GSM Quad-band phone (works even in the US!) Full QWERTY Keyboard Long lasting battery Music and FM Radio Built-in Analog TV Full Phone Specs Other Views	$129
LG Shine Click here to see more views	Unlocked GSM Tri-band phone Slider-style Design Digital Camera (1600x1200) MP3/AAC++/3GP/MPEG4 player Color display (TFT, 256K colors) Full Phone Specs Other Views	$139
Samsung C3050 Click here to see more views	Unlocked GSM Quad-band phone (works even in the US!) Sleek exterior with sliding design VGA camera with video recording/playback MicroSD memory expansion (up to 8GB) MP3, Radio and Bluetooth functionality Full Phone Specs Other Views	$149
BLU™ SPEED WiFi & 3G Speed! Click here to see more views	Unlocked GSM Quad-band phone (works even in the US w/ T-Mobile, AT&T or Cingular) WiFi & 3G Speed capable Full QWERTY Keyboard Digital Camera / Video Capable Full Phone Specs Other Views	$169
Samsung B2100 Click here to see more views	Unlocked GSM Quad-band phone (works even in the US!) Extremely durable design Perfect for rugged travelers Long lasting battery Shockproof Waterproof Customer reviews Other Views	$179
Motorola EX112 Click here to see more views	Unlocked GSM Quad-band phone (works even in the US!) External caller-ID color display Ultra-thin design makes it the coolest-looking phone on the market Digital Camera/ Video Capable Full Phone Specs Other views	$179
LG C375 Click here to see more views	WiFi enabled - connect to any WiFi hotspot for data service while you travel Unlocked GSM Quad-band phone (works even in the US!) Digital Camera/ Video Capable Full Phone Specs Other Views	$189
Samsung GTI5500 Click here to see more views	Unlocked Samsung Galaxy Europa phone with Android OS and 3G speed data! WiFi enabled - connect to any WiFi hotspot for data service while you travel Unlocked GSM Quad-band phone (works even in the US!) Digital Camera/ Video Capable Full Phone Specs Other Views	$199
Nokia 7230 Click here to see more views	Unlocked GSM Quad-band phone (works even in the US!) 3G (UMTS 850 / 1900) - Works in Japan! GPRS & 3G Speed data* Micro SD memory Bluetooth 2MP digital camera Full Phone Specs Other views	$209
Apple 3G iPhone	GSM Quad-band phone (Never-locked) Touchscreen Design GPRS & 3G Speed data* Digital Camera (1600x1200) Fully operational Smart Phone Color display (TFT, 256K colors) More Info	$719 Out of Stock

Information and Talk Rates Chart

*Free Lebara-to-Lebara calls and SMS = 100 minutes or 100 SMS with initial credit.
**All Calls between Lebara to Lebara cell phones are free for the first 15 minutes and charged at 10p thereafter

Why buy a SIM and Phone package for the United Kingdom?

Our cell phone package for the UK boasts per minute rates back to the US less than what most calling cards cost. In fact at 4 pence per minute (about $0.06), most people can literally speak on the phone for hours a day without feeling the pinch! Incoming calls are always free and calls within the UK are 10 pence per minute. As this is a pay as you go service, which is what most locals use, there are no contracts, no minimums and no bills to pay. This is the ideal solution for students studying in the UK, business travelers as well as tourists. All of our GSM phones are unlocked and therefore, will work in 200 other countries – including the US and Canada- with the appropriate SIM card.

The service, called “Lebara”, works on the Vodafone network – the number one cellular provider in the UK and the second largest in the world. Coverage and clarity are exceptional. Click for a coverage map. The initial package has 100 minutes of talk time back to the US. If you need additional talk time, you can purchase a recharge voucher locally at face value or, for a small surcharge, from our 7 days/week , toll free, US based top up service. While there is a small surcharge, it is good to know that you have this convenient option.

Internet Service

New for 2010 - Lebara UK now offers data services for just 50p per day, up to 10MB (then 15p per MB thereafter) on cell phones that support data. You can check your emails, browse the internet and send and receive pictures while traveling in the United Kingdom for a very affordable rate. This is the perfect for those who want to have access to the internet and emails without the inconvenience of having to bring a lap top or seek out an internet point. The settings can be sent straight to your handset by following our instructions

Package Advantages:

• A new, full-featured, unlocked GSM cell phone with variable-voltage charger and wall plugs for different countries. This phone works in over 200 countries worldwide!
• A Prepaid SIM Card for the United Kingdom and cell phone number with excellent service and initial credit so you can start making calls upon activation.
• Great talk rates to minimize on your travel costs!
• No yearly contract, monthly charges or credit check
• EXCLUSIVE DEALS FOR ONLINE ORDERS ONLY!
  • Special with this phone & SIM package: $15 Discount off of any of our additional prepaid SIM cards, so you can use your phone at an extra destination country of your choice!

Your phone needs to be an unlocked dual-band, tri-band or quad-band GSM phone capable of functioning in the 900/1800 MHz GSM band.

Your UK Cell to USA: 001 – area code – phone number
US to UK Cell: 011 – Your UK number (starting with the 44)
Your UK Cell Number to UK: Direct Dial UK number
UK to Your UK Cell Number: 0 – your UK phone number (minus 44 country code)

Important: US toll free numbers are not accessible from overseas. Be sure to get valid international numbers prior to your departure.

Please Note: There is no support for service when roaming outside of the UK and Northern Ireland

Rental/Purchase Phone Setup

• The SIM Card is installed
• Make sure your phone is charged before you leave.
• Your initial £5 voucher is already loaded
• Your first outgoing call activates the service

For SIM Card Only Purchases
Snap out the SIM chip from the SIM card and insert the chip into your GSM Phone with the metal portion facing down as to make contact with the contact prongs.

• Your initial £5 voucher is already loaded
• Your first outgoing call activates the service

PIN and PUK Information
PIN has been deactivated

Voice Mail
To setup your voicemail, you will need a minimum of 15 pence on your account.

• Dial 121 <send>.  Follow the instructions to setup your personalized message.
• From another phone please dial +447836 121121 and follow the instructions at the voice prompt.

Please note calls to Lebara Voicemail are charged at 15p per minute.

Checking Your Credit

• Dial *#1345# <send> and your balance will be shown on your screen.
• Or dial 5588 <send> and follow the voice prompts to check your balance.

Purchasing More Talk Time
The most convenient way is by calling Cellular Abroad 001 310-862-7100 or, from the UK, toll-free from a UK landline at 00 800 3623 3333 between 8am to 4pm PST, Monday through Saturday (English speaking reps).

UK Prepaid Talktime Recharge only $19.00 for 5£ of talk time credit Have extra talk time credit to add to your prepaid account as soon as you arrive. Each of these recharges gives about 125 minutes of calls to the US or Canada or 100 minutes within the United Kingdom. Incoming calls are free while in the UK.

Each of these recharges gives about 125 minutes of calls to the US or Canada or 100 minutes within the United Kingdom. Incoming calls are free while in the UK
 
You can also obtain them in the UK at any of the following:

Adding More Talk Time

• Dial *#1345*(12-digit voucher number)#<send>.
• Or call 5588<send> and follow the voice prompts to add talk time.

Using Data

• To set up data usage, you must be in the UK
• Send an SMS with the word SETTINGS to 44080 (SMS sent and received from this number are FREE). Lebara Mobile will send you two free texts to update your phones settings automatically. Be sure to accept these messages.
• If you are unable to use the messages to setup your data account, visit the Lebara Mobile UK website and follow the setup instructions.

Troubleshooting
If you are unable to make or receive calls switch networks on your phone.  Consult your phone’s manual.  The steps will be like these:

• Menu > Settings/Setup > Network > Available Network/Change Network > Search
• Select a different network carrier than the one currently shown.

If you are receiving no reception bars, emergency calls only, SOS, or no service check your phones band setting:  Consult your phone’s manual. The steps will be like these:

• Menu > Settings/Setup > Network > Network Setup >Band
• Make sure you select 900/1800

Customer Service
For network or service issues:

• Available from 9am to 6pm seven days a week. 
• From UK landline or your handset, 15 pence/min. – 0870 075 5588
• International Number – +442070310791

For hardware issues:

• Please contact Cellular Abroad at +1-310-862-7100 (7 days/week English speaking reps) or via email at support@cellularabroad.com

Calling Rates
These rates are expressed in UK Pounds and are based on per-minute charges.  All incoming calls are free regardless of origin.

National

Free Lebara-to-Lebara minutes

Roaming Rates
When visiting countries other than the UK, you are "roaming" with the Lebara UK SIM Card. While roaming, you can still make and receive calls:

For more detailed rates direct from Lebara Mobile, please visit
http://www.lebara-mobile.co.uk/en/internationaltariffs.php

Text Message Rates
Incoming – Free
Outgoing International – 10 pence/message (about $0.15/message)
Text messages can contain up to 160 characters.

Service Life
Lebara automatically deactivates SIM cards if you do not use them to make a call or send a text for more than 80 days. Unfortunately these SIM cards cannot be reconnected and the mobile number also stops being available for you to use after this time.

To inquire about the possibility of extending your SIM card’s service life while outside the SIM card’s country of origin, contact the telecom provider's customer service, Cellular Abroad does not provide support for this feature.

As a special bonus for GSM phone + the United Kingdom SIM card package deals ordered online, we're offering any of our additional prepaid SIM cards with a $15 discount! This will means that you can save even more money at another destination country and stay in touch with business colleagues or friends back home. We offer country-specific SIM cards for over 50 nations around the globe! Here's a suggestion: When you go abroad, you don't have to carry your US phone with you. Instead, you can make calls from the airport with your GSM phone and a US SIM and then swap the chip with your the United Kingdom SIM for when you arrive at your overseas destination.

HELPFUL TIPS

Would you rather rent your phone? Check out our rental deals for the United Kingdom! .. Need two phones? You can save big on our dual phone packages for the United Kingdom.