If I leave the US region, will my phone still get signal?

Question

So for my birthday my parents asked me what I wanted and I told them I wanted to go to New Zealand.

Im not sure if Im going but I just wanted to know if I could still use my blackberry without being charged any international fees or anything like that?

Also I want to know since I have unlimited text will I be able to text if Im in New Zealand?

Answer 1

It depends on your service plan.  I have AT&T, and I went to Mexico last week.  I asked AT&T to add international roaming to my plan so I could use my phone in case of emergencies.  It didn't cost anything (although they do have plans you have to pay for), but if I received or made a call, received or sent a text ... the cost was much higher (I think $0.99 a minute for calls and $1.25 for texts).

It also depends on where you're going.  If NZ allows you to use their cell phone towers, yes, you can call and text -- but it'll cost you and it WON'T be part of your unlimited text package.  You'll have to pay extra.

Answer 2

It depends on the carrier and plan you have. Just call your service provider and ask.