• MSU and the Office of Study Abroad require that every study abroad program provide at least one cell phone number to prior to departure.
  • There are many ways to obtain international cell service - from renting a phone to adjusting your personal cell phone's service package. See "options" below.
• Personal calls made on the phone will be the responsibility of the user.

Options for International Cell Phones

NOTE: OSA will no longer be direct-billed by Piccell or Cell Hire. Any orders placed with these companies will require a personal credit card. OSA will reimburse program leaders for the cost of cell service and / or rental during the reconciliation process. (August 25, 2009)

1. Find your own provider such as Cell Hire or Piccell Wireless, through on-site contacts, or an internet search

• Cell Hire
  • To place an order or discuss service terms, contact Ahmad Hassaballa (877) 537-7368 ext 705.

• Piccell Wireless
  • Questions: 1(877) 235-5742 or 1(201) 253-1843.
    

2. Add international service to your personal cell phone for the times and locations that you are abroad.

3. Rent or purchase a phone on arrival (phone purchases must be made with departmental funds).

Rental Tip

If you choose to rent a phone, please order it at least three weeks prior to your intended departure.

• Indicate your home or department address for shipping (do not ship to OSA).
• Please remember or record where you plan to have the phone delivered.
• Phones will arrive within 1-3 days prior to the departure date indicated on your order form. If this is too last minute for you, indicate an earlier departure date on your order form.