Cosmote is the largest mobile network operator in Greece, headquartered in Athens. Although it began its commercial operations five years after its local competitors, Cosmote changed the status radically and dominated the mobile telecommunications in Greece. It is the only company of its sector in the world, which entered the market third and yet managed to become number one in only 3.5 years.
In June 2008, COSMOTE, for the third consecutive year, ranked among the top performers in the information technology industry worldwide, according to the BusinessWeek Info Tech 100 list. In June 2006 COSMOTE was the first mobile operator in Greece to introduce HSDPA broadband services (in selected areas), while a few months later the company launched broadband Internet services (ADSL) combined with mobile telephony services,
Includes 1€ credit. You get a local Greek phone number, unlimited free incoming calls and texts from anywhere. You may also subscribe to a data package on the Cosmote network upon arrival in Greece. No connection fees or hidden charges. No contract, no credit check. Cost - $39.99
Greece Only - Internet Offer:
Cosmote has a great data option for smart phones
Users with iPhone or Android phone can subscribe to a data package of 60MB for 3€ by sending a text message "60" to 1333. Users may subscribe to multiple data packages.
You may also start service by placing a call to Customer Service at 13838. Note** - Services are paid for by deducting credit from your Cosmote Greece phone lie, so make certain you have added funds to your line before subscribing to data service.
APN info
Operator: - Cosmote
GPRS APN: - "internet"
Username: - {blank}
Password: - {blank}
DNS: - 195.167.065.194
Call Rates* - EUR:
EUR - Euro Dollars.
Within Greece
Incoming calls are FREE
Cosmote -> other lines in Greece
All Day = 0,0062/min
Greece -> USA
All Day = 0.9228/min
Text Message Rates - EUR:
Incoming texts are FREE
Within Greece
Local texts = 0,07 €/SMS
International texts = 0,21 €/SMS
*Rates are approximate and subject to change.
How do I reach Customer Care ?
To contact customer service, just dial 13838 from your Cosmote handset.
Credit Check: None is required.
Contract: None is required for Cosmote Greece.
Payment Options: Since this is a true prepaid plan, there is no "monthly bill" for basic service. You simply refill online with a credit or debit card or purchase a refill card at a retail location in Greece.
Service Features:
All lines feature call waiting, caller ID, voicemail and 3-way calling. Airtime rates apply.
How do people reach me?
See the dialing format for calls to a cell phone: 011 + 30 + 6?? ??? ????. The call will be billed to them at their local rates. They are placing a call to Greece. You have free incoming calls in Greece.
How do I make calls?
To place a call back home: dial the international country followed by the area code and the seven (7) digits of the number you wish call. The “+” sign should be used to substitute for the international country code where this is not known. e.g. +1–703-953-4567.
How do I check my balance?
To check your remaining credit, you can call from your mobile phone number 401002 and then select, in the main menu, the "credit check" and a voice will tell you the amount of your remaining credit or enter the code * 5002 #, press the call button and it will be displayed on the phone the amount of your remaining credit.
Refill Procedure:
After purchasing the recharge, you can activate it by calling from your mobile phone number 1314, or 697 100 1314 from a landline or from abroad) and follow the instructions of the interactive menu. You may also send an sms with ANA and the 16 digit code written on the renewal card to 1314. Balance is valid 12 months.
Every time you renew by any value top up you get free additional talk time:
30€ to 60€ - 10% bonus
60€ to 100€ - 15% bonus
Your Cosmote Greece SIM card is good for one year. Each recharge extends the life of your SIM card for one year from the date of the recharge. If one year lapses then your SIM card and phone number will expire.
Activation Fee:
There is None.
Tip:
Your Cosmote Greece Sim Card will require a Sim-unlocked GSM 900 / 1800 compatible international cell phone. If you do not have your own international cell phone, we have "Grab-N-Go" International phones available for purchase. Its a good idea to put one of these in your bag.
Customers using an EU sim can contact MRSIMCARD on +17039534567.
We can’t wait to get on the road again. So many great places to see and enjoy. A whole world of experiences await you. Where you are going to next! Go everywhere with @oomobile.