Is it necessary to go for country unlocking after my Iphone is factory unlocked.

Hello everybody. i want to buy an iphone in customs auction. They said that the phone is factory unlocked, but still they are saying that you need to go for country unlocking even though it is factory unlocked. Please help me weather it is correct or not. Inform me about the basic requirements to be known before buying an Iphone 5.

Hi ushodai,
Here is information that may help regarding unlocked iPhones:
iPhone: Wireless carrier support and features
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1937
You can also learn more about unlocked iPhones here:
iPhone 5 - Apple Store
http://store.apple.com/us/buy/home/shop_iphone/family/iphone5
Cheers!
- Ari

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