Verizon Value Launches Enhanced Prepaid International Services Through Simple Mobile and Total Wireless

New offerings deliver expanded global connectivity for prepaid customers

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Today, two key brands in the Verizon Value portfolio – Simple Mobile, recognized as the #1 prepaid brand in customer activation rates for the 41st time according to Wave 7, and Total Wireless – are launching enhanced plans to deliver expanded global connectivity to prepaid customers, beginning August 28.

The plans address ongoing demand for international connectivity as travel patterns evolve. While traditional destinations like Mexico, Canada, and the UK continue to attract American travelers, the Asia Pacific region is experiencing unprecedented demand, with US visitors to Asia growing to nearly one-third higher than previous levels*. Verizon Value’s new offerings make Simple Mobile and Total Wireless leading choices in prepaid wireless for customers seeking roaming coverage around the globe, alongside unlimited calling and texting to over 200 countries.

"Our new enhancements reflect our deep understanding of our customers' evolving needs for global connectivity," said David Kim, Chief Revenue Officer of Verizon Value. "Customers can now access premium international capabilities at prepaid prices, whether they choose Simple Mobile for straightforward international connectivity or Total Wireless for comprehensive unlimited plans. These plans provide more international value and the flexibility to stay in touch from almost anywhere in the world, eliminating the need for expensive calling cards or limited coverage."

Simple Mobile Plans

With Simple Mobile’s upgraded plan lineup, staying connected across the globe has never been easier, or more affordable. Whether you’re calling loved ones overseas, texting internationally or using premium data, Simple Mobile plans give more value, more flexibility and more ways to keep your world closer. When customers activate on the Verizon network, Simple Mobile plans now include unlimited global texting, plus:

• $25 plan: 15GB high-speed data, unlimited calling to 100+ countries
• $30 plan: 20GB high-speed data, unlimited calling to 125+ countries
• $40 plan: 30GB high-speed data, unlimited calling to 125+ countries
• $50 Unlimited World plan: Unlimited data, talk and text. Unlimited calling to 200+ countries
• $60 Unlimited World+ plan: Unlimited access to Verizon’s 5G Ultra Wideband, with unlimited data, talk and text. Unlimited calling to 200+ countries from the U.S., plus international roaming access in 140+ countries

Total Wireless Plans

Total Wireless is revolutionizing its unlimited plan structure, doubling roaming coverage to 30+ countries and adding 95 countries for international calling. These new benefits will be available on Total Wireless 5G & 5G+ plans for new and existing customers. All Total Wireless plans include international benefits, 5G nationwide coverage with unlimited data, and pricing guaranteed for five years, taxes and fees included.

• Total Base 5G Unlimited ($40): 5GB Mobile Hotspot, roaming in Canada/Mexico, unlimited international calling to 85+ countries, and unlimited international texting to 200+ countries
• Total 5G Unlimited ($55): 15GB Mobile Hotspot, roaming in 30+ countries, unlimited international calling to 180 countries, unlimited international texting to 200+ countries, and 6 months Disney+ included
• Total 5G+ Unlimited ($65): Unlimited Mobile Hotspot, roaming in 30+ countries, unlimited international calling to 180 countries, unlimited international texting to 200+ countries, Disney+ included, and a $10 international calling credit

This dual-brand launch showcases Verizon Value's portfolio power in action. Simple Mobile and Total Wireless each serve distinct customer needs while leveraging the power of the Verizon network to deliver international features that expand offerings for prepaid customers.

Simple Mobile and Total Wireless enhanced plans will be available across all channels including national retail locations, authorized dealers, and online starting August 28, 2025. For more information, visit simplemobile.com and totalwireless.com.

Stay tuned for more exciting updates coming soon from the Verizon Value portfolio of brands.

About Simple Mobile

Simple Mobile provides no-contract wireless service, backed by the award-winning Verizon 5G network, featuring plans that allow customers to have fast, nationwide, network coverage at a fair price. Committed to giving customers more value, Simple Mobile includes benefits like unlimited global texting on all plans, generous international calling options to 200+ destinations and affordable roaming – making it easier than ever to stay connected to loved ones across the globe. Simple Mobile is part of the Verizon Value portfolio of prepaid brands, which includes Straight Talk, Total Wireless, Visible, Tracfone, SafeLink, Walmart Family Mobile, and Verizon Prepaid. Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE, Nasdaq: VZ) is one of the world’s leading providers of technology, communications, information and entertainment products and services.

For more information on Simple Mobile, visit simplemobile.com.

About Total Wireless

Total Wireless is a fast-growing, no-contract wireless provider covered by the Verizon 5G network, with over 1,000 exclusive stores across the country, and counting. On a mission to raise the bar in prepaid wireless, Total Wireless disrupts the status quo by offering more value than any other no-contract provider. Total Wireless offers plans with unlimited data and access to Verizon's 5G Ultra-Wideband network, prices guaranteed for five years (taxes and fees included), select free 5G phones with qualifying purchase plans, and more.

Total Wireless is part of the Verizon Value portfolio of prepaid brands, which includes Straight Talk, Visible, Tracfone, Simple Mobile, SafeLink, Walmart Family Mobile, and Verizon Prepaid. Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE, Nasdaq: VZ) is one of the world’s leading providers of technology, communications, information and entertainment products and services.

For more information on Total Wireless, visit one of its exclusive storefronts across the country, or check out Totalwireless.com.

*Sources: Trade.Gov & NerdWallet