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Below you'll find device information and dialing information.
About Your Apple iPhone 8 Plus
Your device will work in Bahamas.

However, you must check the device settings for use outside the U.S.
  • Go to Settings > Cellular (Cellular Data must be On) > Cellular Data Options > Roaming
    • Switch Voice Roaming On (green) and Data Roaming On (green). Voice or Data can be turned Off (white) if needed.
  • Turn International CDMA Off (white).
  • Power the device off and then back on after any changes OR when entering a country/cruise ship.

Messaging notes

  • If sending messages to other Apple devices and iMessage is enabled, messages are billed as data.
  • If you receive Message Delivery Failed errors, enable Send as SMS in Message settings.

More info

  • To turn off ALL cellular network service, switch Airplane Mode On (green) in Settings. You can still use Wi-Fi with this option.
  • If you use Wi-Fi, we recommend disabling Wi-Fi Assist in Settings > Cellular. Scroll down to see this option. This applies to iOS 9 and above.
  • To check voicemail if Visual Voicemail isn't available, set up a PIN. Log in to My Verizon, select My Devices, then Manage Voicemail Password.
Dialing Instructions
Country Code From To Dial Network Instruction
1 Bahamas U.S. GSM Dial 1 then Area Code then 7-digit U.S. number
1 Bahamas Customer Service GSM Dial 1 then 908-559-4899
1 Bahamas Local GSM Dial Plus Sign then Country Code then Local Number with Area Code (if applicable)
1 Bahamas Other Countries GSM Dial Plus Sign then Country Code then international number
1 Bahamas Customer Service from a landline None Dial 1-8443945536
  • Your device may have assisted dialing functionality that allows you to make calls directly from your contact list.
    • If you receive error messages when making calls, try turning this option off and dialing manually.
  • Dialing outside the U.S. requires a different dialing pattern. If the sequence requires a plus sign (+), hold down the zero (0) or the asterisk (*) until the plus sign appears on the display.
    • If you have difficulty with the Plus Sign, try 0-0 (zero, zero) and then the international number.
    • If the international local number starts with a zero, drop the zero.
  • To check your Voicemail, use the “U.S.” instructions above and call your mobile number. Press # to interrupt the greeting and enter your password when prompted. If you’re unable to retrieve, turn off the world device and call your mobile number from another phone.
Manage Your International Services
  • From Your Computer:
    • Use the Trip Planner to see rates, plan options, and coverage maps.
    • Check your international usage and add or remove International Plans at any time in My Verizon.
  • From Your Device (incurs data usage):
    • Use My Verizon Mobile to
      • See if your device is set to travel with International Ready Check.
      • Monitor usage and update your International Plan
    • Receive data usage alerts directly to your device via text/email
Need assistance while traveling internationally? Call our support line 24/7. Dial the Plus Sign, then 1.908.559.4899