Can I use a blocked iPhone 5S?

My friend worked abroaded and came back not paying his phone contract, would the carrier block the iPhone completely so it can't be used again? And if so is there any way of using it?

No the carrier can't disable the phone from being used again. What they can do is disable the SIM card thus blocking access to the network, but you would have to get a new one anyway if you are switching a carrier or if your current phone does not accept the same size SIM card.

Blacklisted phones work fine overseas but still it's a good idea to get the phone unlocked so your carrier won't pose any problem later. If you need help with getting the iPhone 5S unblocked, mail me.

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