The United States has decided to gradually cut off its 3G network. This decision affects all foreign visitors to the United States regardless of their operator. Only 4G networks remain opened, including for calls.

4G Voice (VoLTE technology) is a network innovation that allows you to make your calls directly on the 4G network. You can benefit from it immediately if you meet all the eligibility conditions.
- You must have a latest generation plan – See the list (page link)
- Your smartphone must be 4G/VoLTE compatible and up to date (software version)
- Activate VoLTE on your smartphone

Yes, the 3G shutdown affects all US states and territories.

Here comes the list of all smartphones VoLTE (4G) compatibles abroad!*

GiPhone 7, iPhone 7 Plus, iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus, iPhone X, iPhone Xs, iPhone Xs Max, iPhone Xr, iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro, iPhone 11 Pro Max, iPhone SE (2020), iPhone 12, iPhone 12 Mini, iPhone 12 Pro, iPhone 12 Pro Max, iPhone 13, iPhone 13 Mini, iPhone 13 Pro, iPhone 13 Pro Max

Galaxy S20, S20 5G, S20+, S20+ 5G, S20 Ultra 5G, S20 FE 4G, S20 FE LTE, S20 FE 5G, Galaxy S22, S22+, S22 Ultra, A53, FOLD

OPPO A16s, Reno 6 5G, Reno 6 Pro 5G

* The list will evolve over time depending on the manufacturer's updates to make their mobiles compatible.

Yes, we advise you to update your mobile to the latest software.

For iPhone:
- You can activate or deactivate this service from your iPhone settings at any time
- Go to Settings > Options > Voice and data > Activate or deactivate VoLTE
- And Activate or deactivate VoLTE “Data abroad”

For Androïd:
- VoLTE can’t be deactivated on Androïd mobiles
- If your mobile is VoLTE compatible, you can call all types of numbers. Your interlocutor does not need to have a compatible 4G/VoLTE Voice mobile to be reached.

For Android Samsung mobiles:
- VoLTE is enabled by default on Android phones
- On Samsung series phones, you can disable it by going to the menu: Settings > Connections > Mobile Networks > VoLTE SIM Calls x

Until December 31, 2022, you have to switch to T-Mobile network to make calls and send SMS. But mobile internet will no longer be available.
From January 1, 2023, no more 2G/3G service will be available in the USA and you must have a 4G/VolTe plan and smartphone compatibles.

If your mobile is VoLTE (4G) incompatible, you may not be able to use emergency call services in the United States.

-You benefit from VoLTE abroad automatically and without additional cost, as long as you have a mobile and plan compatibles, and when you are under 4G coverage.
- VoLTE calls abroad are treated the same as a call made on a foreign network. There’s no specific pricing for 4G calls abroad.
- VoLTE abroad does not consume the internet volume of your plan.