Can you use an iPhone 5 to call if you have internet service, but no cell service?

I have an iPhone 5. The place I'm moving to has a wi-fi network in place, but there's no cell service (it's in the mountains).

Is there any way to use my iPhone to make/receive calls over the wi-fi network? I'd like it very much if people can still call me while I'm at home.

Solution 1:

Assuming the WiFi connection has enough bandwidth for audio, you could install Skype and use SkypeIn/SkypeOut to be reachable via a phone number.

Solution 2:

Nope, it won't work (directly) and not like you would like it.

If you want to call someone over wifi you need to use a VoIP service/use the SIP protocol.

The only possibility if you want someone to call you on your actual mobile number you need to get a femtocell to extend (very) localy the cellular network.

Solution 3:

Another one to have a look is WhatsApp or Viber. Both these apps allow you to make calls to other uses who have them installed. These use Data rather than a cellular network. the only problem is the person you are calling will need to have these installed.

Just another option for you rather than having to setup skype account.