New Verizon deal is waiving activation fees on ALL phones for a limited time — here's what you need to know

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New Verizon deals are always a cause for celebration, but nothing dampens my spirits more than an unexpected activation fee slapped onto an order at the last minute. Fortunately, Verizon is remedying the problem with a new limited time offer: order a new smartphone online while the promo is active and the carrier will remove the activation fee from your purchase.

That's an instant saving of $40! Since the promo can be combined with other offers, you can take advantage of one of Verizon's many phone deals and get your hands on a truly free device when you add a line with Verizon's Unlimited Welcome, Unlimited Plus, or Unlimited Ultimate plans.

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The waived fee will appear in the form of a promo credit within the first or second bill cycle. Sure, activation fees may seem insignificant in the grand scheme of things, but nowadays every penny counts — especially when it comes to buying smartphones.

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Switch and get four phones for FREE at Verizon

As if the waived activation fee wasn't enough on its own, Verizon just launched a deal that gets you four phones for FREE when you switch and add four lines on the Unlimited Welcome plan. Thanks to Verizon's multi-line discounts, the price of the unlimited plan will drop down to $25 per month for each line (with AutoPay).

Phones like the Google Pixel 10a and Motorola Razr (2025) are included in the promotion, so you can choose the devices that work best for your family.

How do I get waived activation fees at Verizon?

Simply head to Verizon's website and add a line with the carrier's Unlimited Welcome, Unlimited Plus, or Unlimited Ultimate plan and you'll be eligible for a waived activation fee (a $40 value) when you purchase a new smartphone.

The savings will appear in the form of a promo credit within 1-2 bill cycles of placing your order. It's unclear when this online-only deal expires, however, so don't wait too long if you're interested.

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After almost a decade of working in the e-commerce space, Patrick Farmer (he/him) began his career at Android Central as a Deals and Commerce Writer before moving into a new role as AC's eCommerce Editor in 2023. When he's not hunting down the best deals and offering shopping advice for our readers, you'll often find him listening to music, camping out at a brewery, or treating his cat like a human child.