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Hello,

I am planning to purchase a Verizon iPhone 5s through an online retailer, and the device will not come with a SIM card. My local Verizon store told me that it would cost 20 dollars for a SIM card, however, I am reading information here and other places that indicate Verizon will send one to me free of charge. Can someone tell me what is correct? I have never purchased a phone from an outside source before, so all of this is new to me.

Thanks!