How can I call home and what type of calling cards work best when phoning home?
A. You will be issued a basic pay-as-you-go mobile phone for use during the program. You will be responsible for setting it up and adding credit to the phone. One great thing about the phone is that all incoming calls are free, so your family and friends will be able to call you directly. For more information on phone tariffs check here and here . There are pay as you go plans that would be fine for your needs. It is your decision what you would like in terms of a plan. Don’t worry, once you arrive you’ll get a sheet explaining your options and how to get set-up. Your number will be assigned by the phone company when you set it up on the weekend after you arrive (there will be time set aside for this on Sunday). Please be aware that if friends and family plan to call you from their US mobile phones, it is likely that they will have to call their cell phone companies to set up an international calling plan. International prepaid calling cards purchased in the U.S. do not work on the pho
