How To Call Using Iridium Two Stage Dialing

Iridium Two-Stage Dialing is a cost-saving forwarding service that allows callers to reach Iridium satellite phones by dialing a U.S.-based number, instead of dialing the Iridium number directly.

This service is automatically included with all Iridium postpaid and prepaid SIM cards.

Why Use Two-Stage Dialing?

• Standard international calls to Iridium numbers can be very expensive.

• Two-Stage Dialing routes the call through a U.S.-based (Arizona) number, so callers are charged standard long-distance rates to the U.S.

How to Use Two-Stage Dialing

1. Dial +1-480-768-2500 (U.S., Arizona).

2. When prompted, enter the full 12-digit Iridium number (starting with 8816).

Example:

If the Iridium number is 8816-310-12345:

• Dial +1-480-768-2500

• Enter 881631012345 when prompted

Charges for the Iridium Subscriber (Receiving the Call)

The Iridium subscriber receiving a Two-Stage Dialed call will be charged per minute.

Postpaid (Monthly) Plans

• Incoming Two-Stage calls are billed per minute.

• Rates are listed on the Plans page under Expand for details.

Prepaid Plans

• Calls are charged at the standard outgoing rate and deducted from your prepaid balance.

• For detailed rates, refer to the Prepaid Burn Rate Chart under Expand for details.

Important Information

• Charges begin as soon as the call connects.

• Charges apply regardless of included minutes on your plan.

• Charges will appear on your invoice or be deducted from your prepaid balance.