[Skip to content](https://www.t-mobile.com/news/press/t-mobile-makes-calling-and-texting-to-italy-free-for-customers#maincontent) [Newsroom](https://www.t-mobile.com/news)Toggle secondary navigation - [Network](https://www.t-mobile.com/news/category/network) - [Devices](https://www.t-mobile.com/news/category/devices) - [Un-carrier](https://www.t-mobile.com/news/category/un-carrier) - [Community](https://www.t-mobile.com/news/category/community) - [Offers](https://www.t-mobile.com/news/category/offers) - [Business](https://www.t-mobile.com/news/category/business) English [Press Release](https://www.t-mobile.com/news/press) # T‑Mobile Makes Calling and Texting to Italy Free for Customers August 23, 2016 ![](https://www.t-mobile.com/news/_admin/uploads/2002/03/article-default.desktop-500x325.jpg) 1 min read - Facebook IconShare on Facebook - Share on Twitter - LinkedIn IconShare on LinkedIn __Bellevue, Washington – August 24, 2016 –__ T-Mobile is making it free to call from the United States to Italy after strong earthquakes rocked the country. In addition, roaming fees will be waived for customers in the area. “The earthquakes in Italy are devastating,” said John Legere, president and CEO of T-Mobile. “Our prayers and support are with everyone involved. Please be sure to check on your loved ones.” The offer applies to all T-Mobile Simple Choice prepaid and postpaid customers, as well as customers of MetroPCS, GoSmart Mobile, and WalMart Family Mobile. It is effective from August 24 through August 28, 2016. Customers will see regular charges on their bills with corresponding credits. \### __Media Contact__ T-Mobile US Media Relations [MediaRelations@t-mobile.com](mailto:MediaRelations@t-mobile.com) Tags[Consumer](https://www.t-mobile.com/news/archive/consumer)[Emergency Response](https://www.t-mobile.com/news/archive/emergency-response)[Relief](https://www.t-mobile.com/news/archive/relief) ## Related Stories [More Stories](https://www.t-mobile.com/news/stories) [![T-Mobile Introduces Dynamic CX AI-Powered Connectivity Technology](https://www.t-mobile.com/news/_admin/uploads/2026/06/T-Mobile-Dynamic-CX-Crowd-Tech-500x250.jpg) \ NetworkPress Release \ __T-Mobile Introduces Dynamic CX, AI-Powered Technology Designed to Help Keep Customers Connected During Summer’s Biggest Live Events__ \ June 04, 2026|5 min read](https://www.t-mobile.com/news/network/t-mobile-introduces-dynamic-cx-ai-powered-technology-designed-to-help-keep-customers-connected-during-summers-biggest-live-events) [![T-Mobile Supporting First Responders During Wildfires](https://www.t-mobile.com/news/_admin/uploads/2026/05/Station-23-4_Hero_T-MobileSatCOLT-500x250.jpg) \ CommunityPress Release \ __Before, During and After: How T-Mobile Shows Up for First Responders and Communities Across America at Every Stage__ \ May 19, 2026|7 min read](https://www.t-mobile.com/news/community/how-t-mobile-shows-up-for-first-responders-across-america) [![T-Mobile drones and drone operation center, 2026](https://www.t-mobile.com/news/_admin/uploads/2026/05/TMobileDrones2026_Hero-500x250.jpg) \ NetworkPress Release \ __Every Second Counts: T-Mobile Advances a Stronger, Smarter, More Resilient Network for Americans__  \ May 05, 2026|10 min read](https://www.t-mobile.com/news/network/t-mobile-advances-stronger-smarter-network-for-americans) [![T-Mobile Supporting Customers During Super Typhoon Sinlaku](https://www.t-mobile.com/news/_admin/uploads/2024/04/default-article-social-image-500x250.png) \ CommunityStatement \ __T-Mobile Supporting Customers During Super Typhoon Sinlaku__ \ April 15, 2026|1 min read](https://www.t-mobile.com/news/community/t-mobile-supporting-customers-super-typhoon-sinlaku)