Verizon Unlimited Welcome is the entry-level tier of Verizon’s three-plan postpaid lineup (Welcome / Plus / Ultimate). It’s designed for users who want Verizon’s network at the lowest postpaid price and prefer Verizon’s à la carte model — choosing $10/month perks individually rather than paying for bundled features that may go unused.
After evaluating Welcome against the rest of Verizon’s lineup, competing entry-tier postpaid plans on AT&T (Value 2.0) and T-Mobile (Essentials), and Verizon-network MVNOs (Visible, Total Wireless), here’s what Welcome actually delivers — and where the alternatives win.
At a Glance
| Network | Verizon (5G + 4G LTE; deprioritized during congestion) |
| Price (1 line, with AutoPay) | $65/mo + taxes (~$71/mo effective) |
| Price (2 lines, with AutoPay) | $110/mo total ($55/line) + taxes |
| Price (4 lines, with AutoPay) | $120/mo total ($30/line) + taxes |
| Price (5 lines, with AutoPay) | $135/mo total ($27/line) + taxes |
| High-speed data | Unlimited (deprioritized) |
| Hotspot | Not included; $10/mo add-on for 100GB |
| Mexico/Canada | 2GB/day talk/text/data free (then throttled) |
| International texting | Unlimited from US to 200+ countries |
| 5G access | Yes (compatible device required) |
| Video | Standard definition (~480p) on cellular |
| AutoPay | Required for advertised pricing |
| Pricing model | Taxes/fees extra (NOT all-in) |
| Contract | None |
Pricing: Multi-Line Economics Are Surprisingly Strong
Verizon Welcome’s pricing structure rewards multi-line accounts more aggressively than many users realize:
Single line: $65/month + taxes (~$71 effective with AutoPay)
2 lines: $110/month total ($55/line) + taxes (~$122 effective)
3 lines: $120/month total ($40/line) + taxes (~$137 effective)
4 lines: $120/month total ($30/line) + taxes (~$142 effective)
5 lines: $135/month total ($27/line) + taxes (~$162 effective)
The 4-line tier is unusually flat versus 3-line pricing — adding a fourth line costs $0/month additional. This makes 4-line pricing the strongest value point in Welcome’s structure: $30/line all-in (taxes included) is genuinely competitive with cheaper MVNO plans while delivering Verizon’s full retail support and AT&T’s premium network.
AutoPay is required for advertised pricing. Without AutoPay, prices are typically $10/line higher.
Taxes and fees are extra. Verizon does NOT use all-in pricing on Welcome (unlike Cricket, Mint Mobile, US Mobile, and Visible). Expect 8-15% additional charges on top of advertised rates depending on your state.
→ Verify exact pricing on verizon.com — promotional rates and bundle discounts may further reduce costs.
What “Welcome” Actually Means: Verizon’s À La Carte Plan
The defining feature of Welcome — and what genuinely distinguishes it from Verizon’s higher tiers — is Verizon’s à la carte add-on model. Instead of bundling streaming services and features at higher monthly prices, Welcome lets you choose individual $10/month add-ons.
Available add-ons (each $10/month except where noted):
- Disney Bundle: Disney+, Hulu, ESPN+
- Netflix & Max with Ads: Netflix and HBO Max bundle
- 100GB Mobile Hotspot: High-speed hotspot data
- Apple One ($15/month): Apple Music + iCloud+ + Apple TV+ + Apple Arcade
- Apple Music: Standalone music streaming
- 3 TravelPass Days: International data days for travel
- Unlimited Cloud Storage: Verizon cloud backup
Practical implication: A user who wants Disney Bundle + 100GB hotspot pays $65 + $10 + $10 = $85/month effective ($91 with taxes) — meaningfully cheaper than Unlimited Plus at $80/month for similar features. For users who want exactly 1-2 specific perks, Welcome is genuinely the smarter pick. For users who’d benefit from 3+ included features, Plus or Ultimate become more economical.
Hotspot: $10/mo Add-On Is Competitive
Welcome includes no hotspot data by default — but the $10/month 100GB hotspot add-on is genuinely competitive:
| Plan | Built-in Hotspot | Effective Hotspot Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Welcome + 100GB add-on | 100GB | $10/mo (add-on) |
| Unlimited Plus | 30GB | $0 (built-in) |
| Unlimited Ultimate | 60GB UWB / 30GB regular | $0 (built-in) |
Welcome’s 100GB hotspot add-on actually exceeds Plus and Ultimate on raw GB — at the cost of a $10/month add-on. After 100GB, hotspot speeds drop to 3 Mbps on Verizon’s 5G Ultra Wideband network (or 600 Kbps on 5G/LTE) — still usable for basic browsing.
For users who genuinely tether 50-100GB monthly, Welcome + 100GB add-on is the more affordable Verizon option — but Plus’s built-in 30GB at the same effective price ($75 effective with hotspot need) may be simpler. Run the math based on your specific usage.
What “Unlimited” Actually Means
Welcome’s data structure is straightforward but worth understanding:
Unlimited deprioritized data. No hard data caps; speeds may slow during network congestion. Per Verizon’s documentation: “Speeds may slow during congestion if Verizon’s network is busy.”
Practical implications:
- First-tier priority customers (Verizon Plus, Ultimate, business users) get faster speeds during network congestion
- Welcome customers are deprioritized during peak hours in busy locations
- Routine daily use in non-congested areas delivers performance comparable to higher tiers
- Stadium events, airports, downtown cores at busy times may see noticeably slower speeds
For Wi-Fi-first users who rarely encounter congestion, deprioritization rarely matters. For users who heavily depend on cellular data in dense urban areas, stepping up to Unlimited Plus at $80/mo or Ultimate at $90/mo unlocks priority data.
Video streaming on cellular is capped at standard definition (~480p). Wi-Fi streaming is unaffected by this cap. For HD or 4K cellular streaming, Plus and Ultimate are required.
Mexico/Canada: 2GB/Day Included
Worth surfacing prominently — Welcome includes free Mexico/Canada usage that many reviews undersell:
What’s included:
- 2GB/day high-speed talk, text, and data in Mexico and Canada (works like domestic service)
- After 2GB/day, speeds throttle to 3G (~1 Mbps) for the rest of the day
- Resets daily — next day starts fresh with 2GB high-speed allotment
Practical implications:
- For a typical 7-day Mexico or Canada trip, 2GB/day = 14GB total included
- Sufficient for navigation, messaging, social media, and light streaming
- Not sufficient for heavy video streaming or large downloads on cellular
Beyond Mexico/Canada:
- Unlimited international texting from the US to 200+ countries
- International calling: $10/mo add-on for unlimited calls to 140 countries
- TravelPass days: $10 buys 3 days; useful for short international trips
Compared to competitors:
- AT&T Value 2.0: Includes 2GB/day MX/Canada (similar to Verizon)
- T-Mobile Essentials Saver: Free 2G/3G data in MX/Canada (slower than Verizon)
- Cricket Smart Unlimited: Full MX/Canada data roaming included
- Verizon Welcome: 2GB/day high-speed (then throttled)
Network and Coverage
Verizon operates the largest 4G LTE network in the U.S. and one of the most reliable 5G networks. Coverage is strong nationwide, with particularly strong signal in major metros, suburban areas, and increasingly in rural markets.
5G access is included with all Verizon plans, but Welcome customers get standard 5G access — not Ultra Wideband (UWB) priority that’s reserved for Plus and Ultimate tiers.
5G Ultra Wideband: Verizon’s mmWave 5G technology delivers very high speeds in dense urban areas — but Welcome customers don’t get priority access to UWB.
For routine daily use in non-congested areas, Welcome delivers performance comparable to higher Verizon tiers. The network priority differences become meaningful only during peak congestion.
→ For state-by-state Verizon coverage breakdowns, see our USA Coverage Guides.
What You Get
Every Verizon Unlimited Welcome plan includes:
- Unlimited talk and text on Verizon’s network
- Unlimited deprioritized data on Verizon’s 5G/LTE network
- 5G access where available (compatible device required)
- 2GB/day talk/text/data in Mexico and Canada
- Unlimited international texting from US to 200+ countries
- À la carte $10/month perk options (Disney, Netflix+Max, 100GB hotspot, Apple One, etc.)
- Verizon retail support nationwide
- Verizon app for self-service account management
- Multi-line discounts up to 5 lines (best value at 4 lines)
- $25/month off Verizon 5G Home Internet or Fios when bundled
- Phone deals via device trade-in available
- AutoPay discount (required for advertised pricing)
- No contract or early termination fees
What You Don’t Get
Welcome has gaps versus Verizon’s higher tiers:
- No priority data — deprioritized during congestion versus Plus/Ultimate priority
- No built-in hotspot — paid $10/mo add-on for 100GB
- Standard-definition video on cellular — no HD or 4K cellular streaming
- No Latin America inclusion — Plus and Ultimate include 7-day Latin America coverage; Welcome does not
- No bundled streaming services — must add via $10/mo perks
- No 5G UWB priority — basic 5G access only
- No watch line discounts — $15/mo flat-rate watch add-on
- Standard tablet rates — $20/mo unlimited tablet line (no premium discount)
- Limited promotional device deals — Plus/Ultimate customers get larger trade-in credits
- Taxes and fees extra — NOT all-in pricing
- AutoPay required for advertised rates
- No premium customer service tier — standard Verizon support
Real-World Performance
In daily use within typical conditions, Welcome delivers solid Verizon-network performance for users who don’t push the plan’s limitations.
Calling and texting. Identical to direct Verizon premium service — voice quality and text reliability unchanged.
Web browsing and social media. Smooth on standard 5G during off-peak hours. May feel slightly slower during peak congestion as Welcome is deprioritized below Plus and Ultimate.
Navigation and rideshare. Maps load instantly. Real-time traffic stays current. Location services aren’t bandwidth-dependent.
Streaming. Music streams at full quality. Video on cellular is capped at standard definition (480p). On Wi-Fi, streaming quality is unaffected.
Video calls. Zoom, FaceTime, and Google Meet maintain stable quality during off-peak hours. Quality may dip during congestion peaks.
Heavy mobile workflows. Becomes noticeably slower than Plus/Ultimate during peak congestion. Users with heavy cellular dependence in dense urban areas should consider stepping up.
Mexico/Canada travel. 2GB/day high-speed cellular works like domestic service for most travel use cases. Heavy data users may exhaust the daily allowance and operate at reduced speeds for the rest of the day.
Hotspot tethering. Not available without the $10/mo add-on. With the add-on, 100GB high-speed is competitive with flagship postpaid plans.
Customer Experience
As Verizon’s entry-tier postpaid plan, Welcome includes Verizon’s full customer support infrastructure:
- In-store retail support at thousands of Verizon locations nationwide
- Phone support with traditional 1-800 customer service
- Verizon app for self-service account management
- Online chat through verizon.com
- MyVerizon account management portal
What works well:
- Walk-in support at Verizon retail stores nationwide (more than most carriers)
- Verizon app well-designed for self-service
- Comprehensive bundle options (home internet, Fios, etc.)
- Trade-in credit for device upgrades
- AutoPay convenience
Where it falls short:
- Standard postpaid customer service tier (not premium)
- Welcome customers don’t qualify for Verizon Plus/Ultimate-exclusive promotional pricing
- Phone support hours and quality vary by region
- Standard tier customers may experience longer wait times during peak periods
How Verizon Welcome Compares
Welcome has natural alternatives within Verizon’s lineup, on competing networks, and in the Verizon-MVNO market. Here’s how the comparison shakes out.
Verizon Welcome vs. Verizon Unlimited Plus
| Feature | Welcome | Unlimited Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Price (1 line, with AutoPay) | $65/mo + taxes | $80/mo + taxes |
| Priority data | No | Yes |
| Hotspot | $10/mo for 100GB | 30GB included |
| Mexico/Canada | 2GB/day | 2GB/day + Latin America 7-day |
| Cellular video | SD | HD/4K |
| 5G UWB priority | No | Yes |
| Streaming bundles | $10 add-on | Disney Bundle or other included |
| 4-line price | $120 ($30/line) | $200 ($50/line) |
Plus delivers priority data, 5G UWB priority, HD/4K cellular streaming, and one bundled $10 perk for $15/month more single-line. For users who’d add 1-2 perks to Welcome anyway, Plus is genuinely the better value at single-line. At multi-line (4 lines), Welcome’s $30/line is meaningfully cheaper than Plus’s $50/line — making Welcome the family pick.
→ Read our full Verizon Unlimited Plus review for the upgrade comparison.
Verizon Welcome vs. Verizon Unlimited Ultimate
| Feature | Welcome | Unlimited Ultimate |
|---|---|---|
| Price (1 line, with AutoPay) | $65/mo + taxes | $90/mo + taxes |
| Priority data | No | Yes (truly unlimited) |
| Hotspot | $10/mo for 100GB | 60GB UWB / 30GB regular |
| International | 2GB/day MX/Canada | 210+ countries free 5G |
| Cellular video | SD | 4K |
| Streaming | $10 add-on | Disney Bundle included |
| 4-line price | $120 ($30/line) | $260 ($65/line) |
Ultimate delivers Verizon’s full premium experience — priority data, 60GB hotspot, free 5G in 210+ countries, 4K cellular streaming, and Disney Bundle bundled — for $25/month more single-line. For frequent international travelers or users wanting maximum Verizon features, Ultimate is the right pick. At multi-line (4 lines), the gap widens: Welcome at $30/line vs Ultimate at $65/line.
→ Read our full Verizon Unlimited Ultimate review for the flagship comparison.
Verizon Welcome vs. Visible+ Plan
| Feature | Verizon Welcome | Visible+ Plan |
|---|---|---|
| Price (1 line) | $65/mo + taxes | $26/mo all-in (with SWITCH26 promo) |
| Network | Verizon (deprioritized) | Verizon (priority on UWB) |
| Hotspot | $10/mo for 100GB | 5 Mbps included |
| Cellular video | SD | HD on UWB |
| Apple Watch | $15 add-on | Included free |
| In-store support | Yes (Verizon retail) | No (digital-only) |
| Pricing model | Taxes extra | All-in pricing |
| Promo nature | Standard pricing | First-year only |
Visible+ at first-year promo pricing delivers comparable Verizon-network access for less than half the cost — with priority data on UWB, free Apple Watch service, and all-in pricing. For users without specific need for Verizon retail support or in-person service, Visible+ is dramatically better value. Welcome wins specifically for users who want walk-in retail support, want bundled Verizon Home Internet discounts, or prefer Verizon’s full customer service infrastructure.
→ Read our full Visible+ Plan review for the Verizon-network alternative.
Verizon Welcome vs. AT&T Value 2.0
| Feature | Verizon Welcome | AT&T Value 2.0 |
|---|---|---|
| Price (1 line, with AutoPay) | $65/mo + taxes | $70/mo + taxes |
| Network | Verizon | AT&T |
| Priority data | No | No |
| Hotspot | $10/mo for 100GB | 3GB included |
| Mexico/Canada | 2GB/day | 2GB/day |
| Cellular video | SD | SD |
| 4-line price | $120 ($30/line) | $120 ($30/line) |
Both networks’ entry tiers are essentially equivalent at multi-line pricing ($30/line at 4 lines). Verizon Welcome wins slightly at single-line ($65 vs $70). AT&T Value 2.0 includes 3GB hotspot built-in versus Welcome’s $10/mo add-on. Choose based on which network performs better in your specific area.
→ Read our full AT&T Value 2.0 review for the cross-network alternative.
→ For more comparisons, see our Best Cheap Phone Plans and Best Family Phone Plans.
Who Should Choose Verizon Unlimited Welcome
Multi-line families on Verizon. At 4 lines for $120 total ($30/line all-in is closer to $35-37/line with taxes), Welcome delivers per-line economics genuinely competitive with cheaper MVNO plans while including full Verizon retail support.
Wi-Fi-first households who rarely tether. If you primarily use Wi-Fi and only occasionally need cellular data, Welcome’s deprioritization rarely matters in practice.
À la carte customization fans. Verizon’s $10/month perk structure lets you customize what you pay for. If you want Disney Bundle but not 100GB hotspot, pay $75/month effective ($65 + $10 perk). If you want hotspot but not streaming, pay $75 differently. Plus/Ultimate force bundled features.
Frequent Mexico/Canada visitors. 2GB/day high-speed in MX/Canada included is genuinely useful for cross-border travel.
Users who specifically want Verizon retail support. Walk-in support at thousands of Verizon retail locations is a meaningful benefit versus pure-digital MVNOs.
Users bundling Verizon Home Internet or Fios. $25/month off when bundled is real value for Verizon home internet customers.
Light data users in non-congested markets. Users who don’t experience congestion regularly get full Verizon-network performance at the lowest postpaid price.
Users wanting structural Verizon-network reliability. Verizon has historically scored well in network reliability surveys; Welcome customers get the same network infrastructure as higher tiers.
See Verizon Unlimited Welcome →
Who Should Skip Verizon Unlimited Welcome
Users who’d add 2+ perks anyway. If you’d add Disney Bundle + 100GB hotspot to Welcome ($85/month effective + taxes), Verizon Unlimited Plus at $80/month delivers comparable features with priority data and HD cellular streaming included. Plus is the better pick for users who want multiple bundled features.
Users who tether 100GB+ monthly. Welcome’s hotspot tops out at 100GB ($10 add-on). Verizon Unlimited Ultimate includes 60GB UWB hotspot and is genuinely competitive. AT&T Elite 2.0 at $115 offers 250GB.
Users who need premium data during congestion. Welcome is deprioritized below Plus/Ultimate. For peak-hour priority, Plus or Ultimate is required.
Users who want all-in pricing transparency. Welcome charges taxes/fees on top of advertised rates. Visible+ Plan at $26/mo all-in on Verizon’s network or T-Mobile/Cricket plans with all-in pricing offer cleaner transparency.
Users who want 4K cellular streaming. Welcome caps cellular video at SD. For HD or 4K cellular, Plus/Ultimate are required.
Frequent international travelers beyond Mexico/Canada. Welcome’s international features stop at MX/Canada and add-on TravelPass days. For broader international, Verizon Unlimited Ultimate (210+ countries) or T-Mobile Experience More (215+ countries) offer better structures.
Single-line users on tight budgets. Visible+ Plan at $26/mo first-year promo delivers comparable Verizon-network service for less than half the cost. US Mobile Unlimited Starter at $16.60/mo first-year promo offers multi-network choice including Verizon.
Users who want maximum value across all four scoring pillars. US Mobile Unlimited Premium at $32.50/mo all-in delivers our #1-ranked plan with multi-network choice, unlimited hotspot, and 20GB international data.
Users uncomfortable with à la carte pricing. If you want Disney Bundle, Netflix+Max, AND hotspot all included in one plan price, T-Mobile Experience Beyond bundles streaming services more aggressively.
How to Switch to Verizon Unlimited Welcome
The switching process is fast and can happen online or in-store:
- Verify Verizon coverage at your home, work, and frequent travel destinations using Verizon’s coverage map.
- Check phone compatibility. Most modern unlocked phones work; Verizon’s website includes a compatibility checker. Use eSIM for fastest activation.
- Decide on perks before signing up. If you’d want 2+ perks ($20+/month total), run the math against Unlimited Plus at $80/month — Plus may be the better value.
- Decide on lines. Multi-line economics get dramatically better at 4 lines ($30/line vs $55/line at 2 lines). If you have family on the plan, consider consolidating.
- Check for Home Internet bundle. $25/month off Verizon 5G Home Internet or Fios when bundled — meaningful savings for Verizon home internet customers.
- Get your account info from your current carrier — account number and Number Transfer PIN.
- Sign up via verizon.com or in-store. In-store activation may include device promotions and immediate eSIM activation.
- Enroll in AutoPay — required for advertised pricing.
- Activate your service. eSIM activation is instant on supported phones; physical SIM ships in 1-3 business days.
- Configure perks through the Verizon app or MyVerizon portal once active.
Don’t cancel your old service before the port completes — Verizon handles cancellation automatically once your number transfers.
Final Verdict
Verizon Unlimited Welcome earns 7.3/10 in our cross-carrier rankings — a solid entry-tier postpaid plan that fits multi-line families and à la carte customization fans well.
The combination of full Verizon-network unlimited service at $65/month single-line ($30/line at 4 lines), 2GB/day Mexico/Canada inclusion, Verizon’s à la carte $10/month perk model, and full Verizon retail support delivers genuine value. For multi-line families, Welcome’s per-line economics ($30/line at 4 lines, all-in around $35-37/line with taxes) are competitive with cheaper MVNO plans while retaining Verizon’s customer service infrastructure.
For nearly everyone else, alternatives exist:
For users who’d add 2+ perks to Welcome, Verizon Unlimited Plus at $80/month delivers priority data, HD cellular streaming, 30GB hotspot, and one bundled perk for $15/month more — the better value proposition for users wanting multiple features.
For users wanting Verizon’s full premium experience, Verizon Unlimited Ultimate at $90/month includes 60GB UWB hotspot, free 5G in 210+ countries, 4K cellular streaming, and Disney Bundle.
For single-line users on tight budgets, Visible+ Plan at $26/mo first-year promo on Verizon’s network delivers comparable service for less than half the cost — significantly better value for users who don’t need Verizon retail support.
For users wanting maximum value, US Mobile Unlimited Premium at $32.50/mo all-in delivers multi-network choice including Verizon, unlimited hotspot, and 20GB international data.
The honest takeaway: Verizon Welcome is the right pick for the right buyer profile — multi-line families on Verizon, à la carte customization fans, and users who specifically want Verizon retail support at the lowest postpaid price. At 4-line family pricing, the per-line economics genuinely compete with cheaper MVNO plans. For single-line users without specific Verizon retail needs, Verizon-network MVNOs (Visible, US Mobile) deliver more value.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Verizon Unlimited Welcome worth it? For multi-line families on Verizon (4 lines = $30/line all-in is competitive) and à la carte customization fans, yes. It earns 7.3/10 in our rankings as a solid entry-tier postpaid plan. For single-line users on tight budgets, Visible+ Plan at $26/mo first-year promo on Verizon’s network delivers comparable service for less than half the cost. The math depends on your specific needs.
What’s the actual price of Verizon Unlimited Welcome? $65/month single-line + taxes (~$71 effective), $110 for 2 lines, $120 for 3-4 lines, $135 for 5 lines. AutoPay is required for advertised pricing — without AutoPay, prices are typically $10/line higher. Taxes and fees are NOT included; expect 8-15% additional charges. The 4-line tier is unusually flat versus 3 lines, making it the best value point.
Does Verizon Unlimited Welcome include hotspot? No, not by default. Welcome includes no built-in hotspot data. However, a $10/month add-on provides 100GB of high-speed mobile hotspot — competitive with Unlimited Plus’s 30GB built-in hotspot at the same effective monthly cost. After 100GB, hotspot speeds drop to 3 Mbps on 5G UWB or 600 Kbps on regular 5G/LTE.
Does Welcome work in Mexico and Canada? Yes, partially. Verizon Welcome includes 2GB/day of high-speed talk, text, and data in Mexico and Canada, then throttles to 3G speeds (~1 Mbps) for the rest of the day. Resets daily. For typical 7-day cross-border trips, 2GB/day is sufficient for navigation, messaging, and light streaming. For broader international travel, Verizon Ultimate or T-Mobile postpaid plans offer better structures.
Is data really unlimited on Welcome? Yes for talk and text. Data is “unlimited” with deprioritization — speeds may slow during network congestion, particularly in dense urban areas during peak hours. Video on cellular is capped at standard definition (~480p). For routine daily use in non-congested areas, performance is comparable to Plus and Ultimate. For peak-hour priority, Plus or Ultimate is required.
What perks can I add to Welcome? Verizon’s à la carte structure offers $10/month add-ons: Disney Bundle (Hulu/Disney+/ESPN+), Netflix+Max with Ads, 100GB Mobile Hotspot, Apple Music, 3 TravelPass Days, Unlimited Cloud Storage. Apple One is $15/month. Each add-on is individually selectable. If you’d add 2+ perks at $20/month or more, Unlimited Plus at $80/month is generally the better value with bundled features.
Are taxes and fees included in Welcome’s pricing? No. Verizon Welcome charges taxes and fees on TOP of advertised rates — different from Cricket, Mint Mobile, US Mobile, and Visible (which use all-in pricing). Expect 8-15% additional charges depending on your state. For all-in pricing on Verizon’s network, Visible+ Plan or Visible Base deliver Verizon coverage with no surprise charges.
Can I bring my own phone to Verizon Welcome? Yes. Verizon is a Bring-Your-Own-Device carrier. Most modern unlocked phones (iPhones XS and newer, recent Samsung Galaxy and Google Pixel devices) work. Use Verizon’s free compatibility checker on verizon.com to confirm. eSIM-capable phones activate fastest. If your phone is locked to a previous carrier, request an unlock first. Note that Welcome customers may receive smaller promotional credits than Plus/Ultimate customers on device trade-ins.
Carrier offerings change frequently. Pricing, plan terms, network performance, and promotional offers verified at publication but may differ at time of reading. Always confirm on the carrier’s official website before signing up.
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