Does verizon charge an activation fee

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The upgrade fee is assessed on all lines that process a device upgrade through Verizon or purchase a device through an authorized Verizon Wireless retailer. This fee allows us to keep the cost of plans and devices down, and provide support and instructional resources.

An activation fee is sometimes avoidable by switching to a new carrier during a promotional period that waives the fee. And some carriers reduce or eliminate the fee if you upgrade your device online. Line access fees are not a tax, so cellular providers are not required by law to charge them. However, your monthly access charge, taxes and surcharges may increase or decrease depending on the plan you choose. Verizon will also waive activation fees on new lines of service and upgrade fees starting March When activating service, regardless of where you purchase the device from, there is still a charge for us, Verizon Wireless, activating a new line of service.

Activation and upgrade fees And some carriers reduce or eliminate the fee if you upgrade your device online. No Verizon will not negotiate.