Calling Iridium phone numbers can generate high call charges for the calling party. The 2 Stage Dialing service makes calling all Iridium subscribers less expensive for the caller.
The caller dials the Iridium Gateway number. (+1 480 768 2500) The caller then follows the instructions, enters the Iridium phone number they wish to reach and they will be connected to the number. Subscribers proceed as usual when receiving calls via 2 Stage Dialing, as well as dialing outbound calls.
2 Stage Dialing Charges:
- Cost per minute to receive the call (Post Paid Plans) = $1.35
- Cost per minute to receive the call (Prepaid Plans) = Normal minute rate
- Cost per minute to the caller = cost per minute to a US phone number
Why use Iridium 2 Stage Dialing?
- No activation fee or monthly fee
- Less expensive for the caller
- Available to both post-paid and pre-paid Iridium subscribers
- A flexible service - Iridium users can manage their call costs by giving the Iridium Gateway phone number or their Iridium phone number