(Normally hidden under the fine prints)
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Many phone cards come with different types of fees. Do your homework before buying a card. Check out the fine prints for hidden fees before you decide to buy. Here is a list of different terms used for these fees:
Connection Fee
Some phone cards charge a fixed fees for every call you make.
This fee is called connection fee. The fee is deducted even if
the call is for just a few seconds. The connection fee can be as
high as a few dollars. Some of the cards which claim a very low
rate such as 0.5cents/minute US domestic calls are sure to have a
significant connection fee. Do not fall for these low rates
because if the card is not used the optimum way, you stand to
loose.
Maintenance Charges
Many cards charge a fee some days after first use. This fee is
called maintenance fee and can vary from $0.25 to a dollar or so.
If you buy these cards then you should plan to use them before
the maintenance fee is charged else you will pay the charges
which were never included in the per minute rate.
Phone Card Expiration
Some phone cards expire certain days after the first use. In such
case you stand to loose all your remaining minutes. Be careful.
Payphone Surcharge
Most of the calling cards will charge a surcharge fee (typically
$0.50) when you use a payphone to make a call.
Cell Phone Call Charges
Almost all international cards will charge you a much higher per
minute rate if you make calls to a cellular phone. Be aware of
this fact. If you have to call a cell phone then use a card which
is specifically for cell phone calls.
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