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1)    how can i purchase an international roaming pack.

Simply log in to the Vi App on your Vi mobile or visit  www.myvi.in  and choose an IR pack as per your requirement and submit the pack activation request. Based on the place and span of your travel Vi offers the best international roaming plans. You can even book your pack up to 60 days in advance to avoid any last-minute hassle.

2)    How can I activate the International Roaming service on my number?

For customers from Kolkata, West Bengal, Orissa, and Bihar circles: Send ACT IR as SMS to 144 (toll-free)

For customers from all other circles:  the International Roaming service is pre-activated.

For all Vi Prepaid subscribers , there are no charges for the service till such time the phone is not used on International Roaming. Only upon using your Vi prepaid mobile on International Roaming (for Outgoing calls, Incoming calls, Outgoing SMS & Data usage), you will be charged an International Roaming service charge of Rs 99 covering the next 28 days, in addition to the usage charges at applicable rates. The service charge of Rs.99 recurs every 28 days if you continue to be in International Roaming.

NOTE: If you activate an International Roaming plan before leaving India, you will NOT be charged the International Roaming service charge of Rs99.

Postpaid users need to activate the International Roaming service before leaving the country. One can activate the service by visiting the Vi app , the Vi website ( www.myvi.in ), or by calling up our Customer Care on 199 (toll-free).

3)    Can I activate the International Roaming service/pack after reaching another country?

YES, you can activate International Roaming Service after reaching another country, through Vi app or Vi website  www.myvi.in  by connecting to a local Wi-Fi. The service takes about 30 minutes to get activated after you have submitted the request. You may need to switch off your phone and switch it on to get it latched on to the available network once the service is activated.

However, it is advisable to activate the international roaming service and pack before you leave India. With the best international roaming plans from Vi you can avoid bill shock and travel stress-free.

4)    Can I activate an International Roaming plan in advance?

Yes, you can activate an International Roaming plan up to 60 days in advance. You can submit a Future Dated Request on the Vi App or Vi website, as per your date of travel. The pack will get activated at 00:00 hours on the date you submit the request. Just in case, your travel plan gets changed for any reason, you can cancel your pack activation request any time before the pack activation date. However, once the pack is activated, you cannot cancel the request irrespective of whether you travel or not.

This pre-booking facility for the best International Roaming plans is available only for postpaid customers. We currently do not have this facility for prepaid customers.

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1)    how does the postpaid international roaming pack work how do i know what is the pack benefit in the country i travel to.

Vi has the simplest structure for International Roaming packs. One pack works across more than 100 countries. So, you don’t need to buy different packs for different countries.

The Pack benefits vary as per the country you travel to and depending on whether you are using a postpaid number or a prepaid.

Vi’s best International Roaming plans spanning more than 100 countries are divided into 2 categories:

• Unlimited Countries – You get  Unlimited Data & Calls in these countries if you are on a pack.

For exact benefits, go to the International Roaming section on the  Vi app or website, choose the country you are traveling to and check the applicable benefits. You also get the necessary information on the applicable benefits through SMS as soon as you land in any foreign country

• Non-Unlimited or Discounted Countries – You will get a fixed quota for usage in these countries.

The exact benefits will depend on the pack you have purchased.

• Non-Pack countries – Vi Roaming Packs are not applicable in these countries and you will be charged at Standard Roaming rates here even if you purchase an International Roaming plan.

2)    What if the country I am traveling to is not covered under the Roaming plan?

You will be charged the standard roaming rates for these countries. For country wise standard roaming rates refer to the Terms & Conditions Page

3)    How do I know applicable tariffs in various countries that I travel to?

If you have taken an International Roaming Plan then you will be charged as per the tariffs/benefits of your pack for that country.

In case you have International Roaming Services active and have not taken any International Roaming Plan then you will be charged as per the Standard Rates applicable in the country you are traveling to.

Look out for the SMS you receive upon landing in a foreign country (you get these only if the International Roaming service is active on your Vi number). Alternatively, you can go to the International Roaming section on Vi app or website and search for the country you are traveling to and know the applicable charges.

To know the Standard Roaming Rates applicable in a particular country, refer to the Standard Roaming Rates Section and select a plan from the best International Roaming Plans by Vi.

4)    Can I choose an International Roaming Plan for only the number of days I am traveling?

Yes. We have different packs to suit all kinds of trips – 1-day / 10-day packs for short trips and  14-day / 30-day packs for longer travel. Choose the plan that best suits your needs.

5)    What are the charges applicable for using voice, text, and data while traveling abroad?

Vi offers the best international roaming plans with free data, free SMS, free incoming calls, and free outgoing calls. Charges will apply depending on the Roaming pack that you choose.

For further details related to Postpaid & Prepaid International Roaming please enter your number on the International Roaming Page, and select from the best international roaming plans that suit all your needs.

6)    I am a REDX customer. How do I claim the FREE IR pack on my Red X Plan?

You can claim your IR Pack benefit by going to the “Plan Benefits” section on the homepage of the Vi App . You can activate the inbuilt 7 days pack worth Rs.2999 without any extra cost or you can even give a future date request to activate the pack for a future date as per your travel plan.

7)    If I have taken an International Roaming Pack, do I need to deactivate it after I return to India?

No. All our International Roaming packs are for fixed validity. These expire as soon as the validity is over. You do not need to deactivate the packs at all.

8)    If I do not deactivate my International Roaming Pack/Service after returning to India, will I continue to get charged for it?

International Roaming Service continues to remain active on your number even after you return and will be billed as per your bill cycle. You can log into the Vi App to check if the service is active on your number or not. You need to select the Deactivate option if you wish to deactivate this service. Please take note that this service doesn’t auto-activate and you’ll have to reactivate International Roaming Service on your number if you intend to use it again while traveling.

9)    Why am I billed for roaming even when I have not visited any roaming location in the last billing period?

Roaming usages are billed as per data received from the International Operators on whose network you would have used your mobile while in that country. This data is received up to 30 days from the time of usage. In case of delay in receiving such data files from the International Operators, usages made in a particular bill period may reflect in the succeeding bill period.

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1)    what is international roaming.

International roaming is a service that enables mobile users to make and receive voice calls or text messages while visiting another country. Roaming service extends the operator’s coverage to allow usage of the home operator’s mobile number and network services within a foreign country. Traveling abroad with Vi’s best international roaming plan is effortless as Vi offers customized plans based on your travel destination and the duration of your trip.

2)    Can I use my phone in a foreign country, if I do not buy a pack?

You can use your phone in a foreign country, without an International Roaming pack, as long as you have activated the International Roaming service on your mobile. Using an International Roaming pack you can avoid unexpected bills as you will be charged as per the standard rates. Browse and choose the best international roaming plan to stay connected.

Here is how to activate International Roaming:

For prepaid customers from Kolkata, West Bengal, Orissa & Bihar circles, International Roaming Services need to be activated before traveling by sending ACT IR as SMS to 144 (toll-free).

For Prepaid customers from all other circles, the International Roaming service is pre-activated.

Postpaid users need to activate the International Roaming service before leaving the country.

3)    I am a postpaid user, how am I protected against high bills on International Roaming?

Your bill depends on how and how much you use your phone abroad. If you have not taken any International Roaming plan and use your phone normally as you do in India, there is a high chance of you getting a very high bill. It is, therefore, advisable to use your phone on International Roaming only with a pack. You can now safeguard yourself from high bills by choosing from the best international roaming plans.

However, we have some safety measures in place to prevent high bills for any unconscious usage.

• RoamSafe : To safeguard you from accidental data usage in a foreign country, thereby resulting in high data charges, your mobile internet will be kept deactivated, if you travel without a pack or if you travel to a country where our packs are not applicable. If you still wish to use the internet on your mobile, at the applicable standard roaming rates you can send the SMS ACT IRDATA to 199. This service will remain active for 7 Days and gets automatically deactivated after 7 Days. You can renew this service after every 7 Days by sending the SMS ACT IRDATA to 199.

However, we strictly advise NOT to use mobile internet abroad without an International Roaming recharge. If you decide not to take a pack, use a local wi-fi.

Once the data service has been made active, it will remain ON unless a customer specifically deactivates the data service again.

To deactivate data service again, send the SMS: CAN IRDATA to 199

• Always on: For pack users, we have an additional safeguard with the ‘Always-On’ feature to protect them from high International Roaming Charges for any usage after pack expiry. For eg, if you have taken a 10-day pack and you continue to use your phone on International Roaming even after the 10 days are over (you will get an intimation upon your pack expiry), you just get charged for the Daily Roaming pack @ Rs 749 and your entire usage is treated as pack usage, thereby saving you from any high bill basis standard rates.
• Special Rates post Pack Quota: This is another safeguard for the pack users. If you finish your pack quota, you get special rates (>95% discount vs standard rates) for usage on International Roaming >> Rs3/min for incoming and outgoing local calls & calls back to India; Rs1/MB for data usage & Re1/SMS.

Lastly, we would recommend that you should always purchase an International Roaming pack for using your phone in a foreign country. Get worry-free with a pack, without worrying about any high bills. Browse from the best international roaming plans and select a pack that matches your travel requirements.

4)    How can I use my Vi mobile in a foreign country i.e. on International Roaming?

• To use your Vi mobile in a foreign country, you need to activate the International Roaming service on your mobile before you leave India
• International Roaming service allows you to use your phone in a foreign country. However, all the usage is charged as per applicable standard International Roaming rates. These rates differ from country to country. Given below is the range for the rates for various types of usage

o   Incoming Calls: Rs 30/min to Rs 315/min

o   Outgoing Calls: Rs 21/min to Rs 399/min

o   Data Usage: Rs 563/MB to Rs 1536/MB

o   Outgoing SMS: Rs 15/SMS to Rs25/SMS

• To use your phone freely in a foreign country without worrying about high bills, it is advisable to purchase an International Roaming Pack. With the best international roaming plan, you can get Unlimited Free Data & Calls in most of the popular countries. Our best international roaming plans cover more than 100 countries and we have packs to suit all kinds of trips – short stays or longer holidays abroad.
• If you plan to purchase an International Roaming pack, then you do not need to activate the International Roaming service separately.

To activate International Roaming Service or Pack, you can simply go to the International Roaming section on the  Vi app or our website  www.myvi.in for more details mentioned below.

5)    Can I use the same handset & SIM while traveling outside India?

Yes, you can use the same handset & SIM in any foreign country. Only if you are using a very old handset model or a non-4G handset, which may not be compatible with the available networks in some of the countries, you may need to change your handset. Eg. many countries have only 4G networks, so your handset should be 4G compatible to be used in that country.

6)    What happens after my pack expires?

Vi Prepaid customers will be charged at standard roaming rates once the international roaming plan expires.

Vi Postpaid customers have superior benefits on the pack as all our postpaid Roaming Packs come with the ‘Always-On’ feature. This feature remains active on your number and protects you from high international roaming charges when you use your mobile number for making or receiving calls or while using your mobile internet. This service will remain active even after you return to India but No charges would be incurred when in India. The “Always On” feature has a validity of 3 years once it gets activated.

7)    10 Digit customer care number?

Calls from abroad back to India on the 10 Digit Customer Care number are toll-free and you will not be charged for the calls but do note that since it is an Outgoing call, you will be charged Rs.99 if you are a prepaid subscriber without any International Roaming Pack or charged for Always-On for that day.

8)    How do I select Network when I reach another country?

You should be able to automatically connect to our Partner Networks whilst roaming. Should you face any connectivity issues, please do a manual selection through the Handset Settings on your mobile, ensure your Data Roaming is switched On.

9)    How do I know which operator to select whilst roaming?

Once in the Roaming Location, you will be automatically connected to our Partner Network if you have taken the International Roaming Service or an International Roaming Plan. 

10)    How to make voice calls once I reach another country?

To make voice calls from overseas, dial the number with the area code as you would do when in India. To call another country, dial + with the country code followed by the phone number.

For example, to call someone in India while traveling abroad, just add India’s country code +91 as a prefix and enter the number i.e. +9198110XXXXX

11)    Can I use my free data quota on my Postpaid Plan or Prepaid Plan on International Roaming?

No, any in-built data quota on your  postpaid plans  or  prepaid plans is not valid for usage outside of India. For International Roaming, you need to buy separate roaming packs. Vi offers a variety of best international roaming plans with validity ranging from 1-day for temporary usage to 30-days for longer trips.

12)    Will I be charged for incoming messages while on International Roaming?

NO. Incoming SMS on International Roaming is not charged. However, incoming calls are chargeable on International Roaming.

13)    I’m unable to receive calls whilst roaming abroad

Do make sure Call Forwarding is disabled (If, not required).

14)    I’m unable to receive SMS whilst roaming abroad

Once connected to the Network, you will be able to send or receive SMS seamlessly. In case you are unable to receive SMS; do restart your handset as it will enable you to connect with the Partner Network.

15)    I’m unable to use Data Services or connect to 4G whilst Roaming?

Check your Handset Settings; international Data Roaming should be enabled.

Also, check for 3G and 4G settings on your Mobile Data option, which should be enabled to connect to Data services at your roaming location

16)    If I have not taken an International Roaming pack can I use mobile internet?

Our in-built feature called RoamSafe safeguards you from accidental data usage in a foreign country, thereby resulting in high data charges. Your mobile internet will be kept deactivated, if you travel without a pack or if you travel to a country where our packs are not applicable. If you still wish to use the internet on your mobile, at the applicable standard roaming rates, you can send the SMS ACT IRDATA to 199. This service will remain active for 7 Days and gets automatically deactivated after 7 Days. You can renew this service after every 7 Days by sending the SMS ACT IRDATA to 199.

However, we strictly advise NOT to use mobile internet abroad without an international pack. Either use a local Wi-Fi or choose a pack from the best international roaming plans available for always staying connected.

Once the data service has been made active, it will remain ON unless a customer specifically deactivates the data service again. To deactivate the data service (or to re-activate RoamSafe), send the SMS: CAN IRDATA to 199.

17)    When does my International Roaming Pack expire?

All pack activations are based on Indian Standard Time (IST) and are applicable until pack validity. (Calculated as 1 day = 24 Hrs from time of activation of the pack).

For e.g. If you have requested for a Rs 3999 pack for 10 days at 15:00 Hrs IST on the 1st of Oct, you start availing pack benefits immediately on receipt of the activation confirmation SMS (approx. 30 mins after request). So your pack benefits will be valid till 14:59 Hrs IST on the 11th of Oct. Post 11th Oct, if you are still in one of the pack countries, and without a pack, the ‘Always ON’ feature will get activated automatically. You may refer to the International Roaming Tab on Vi App  or  www.myvi.in  to view the Active International Roaming Pack/Service on your Vi number.

18)    How do I check the Data Quota left on my International Roaming Pack?

You can check the data quota of your International Roaming Pack on My Vi App or  www.myvi.in

19)    Tips on optimizing your mobile internet usage?

If you have online applications on your device, remember that data usage occurs throughout the day; hence usage will be billed accordingly.

Smart devices tend to continuously access data networks and automatically download some updates for certain applications like Weather, Stock/News alerts, social networking sites (Twitter, Facebook), and emails. Hence it is recommended, you disable data on your handset to avoid unnecessary charges by Switching off the settings.

Alternatively, check your handset menu to switch off data settings or auto-updates. It is advisable to log out properly before terminating a surfing session thus ensuring unnecessary data transfer is avoided.

our best international roaming plans

International roaming plans from Vi provide Unlimited benefits like Unlimited Calls & Data & Non-Unlimited (discounted) benefits like Attractive Calling & Data benefits in more than 100 countries. Activate the best international roaming plan to effortlessly stay connected no matter where you are. Vi has a comprehensive range of best IR plans that come in handy on your international trips.

It is easy to select an international roaming plan! Simply enter the country of visit and the days of travel. Then, choose from our range of international roaming at affordable prices plans and activate.

Why should you choose Vi international roaming plans? 

Vi IR plans are the best international roaming plans designed keeping in mind the varied needs of our users. International data and calling plans are available for both prepaid and postpaid users; however, postpaid users get to enjoy certain benefits:

• Being a Vi Postpaid user, you can schedule an international roaming plan for a future date in advance. This feature is very useful as we all live a busy lifestyle these days. Once your international travel is preplanned, you can easily schedule an international roaming plan for those dates by choosing a plan that suits your requirement well in advance and be assured to stay connected throughout your trip.
• Avail International Roaming service only feature if you plan to stay connected, however, that’s only if you do not wish to make any calls or send messages.       
• In case you are already on International Roaming & haven’t activated your international roaming plan, you can activate the same by simply logging into Vi App on your mobile or website www.myvi.in . It takes about 30 minutes for the plan to get activated after you submit the request. It is advisable to purchase an international roaming plan before you leave India. You can even book it upto 60 days in advance to avoid any last minute hassle.
• Be it a holiday or a business trip, always stay connected with your loved ones without worrying about high charges on International Roaming. Both, prepaid and postpaid international roaming plans make it convenient to travel without being worried about connectivity issues at a foreign location.

Vi offers the best international roaming plans that come loaded with benefits, Vi subscribers can take advantage of these plans to always stay in touch.

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Best International Cell Phone Plans

Whether you have loved ones living abroad or prepping for an international cruise and know you’ll need in-flight Wi-Fi , we’ve picked our top choices for international cell phone plans and covered the pros and cons of each. 

• Mint Mobile calls from US to other countries start at 1 cent per minute, and you can get a cheap unlimited plan on top of everything else.
• AT&T makes the most sense for international travel. For just $10 a day, you can use your talk, text, and data even while traveling abroad. 
• Google Fi can hop on different wireless networks to ensure you get the best coverage and data speeds, even while traveling.
• Along with unlimited data and texting in 210+ countries, T-Mobile gives you in-flight perks like free Wi-Fi and unlimited texting while in the air.
• Mint Mobile : Best budget option
• AT&T : Best option for day pass
• Google Fi : Best for prepaid plan
• T-Mobile : Best for frequent travelers

Methodology

How do international cell phone plans work.

You usually have three types of international plans you can choose from:

• Bolt-on packs that include international calls built into your current plan.
• Pay-as-you-go options charge you as you make international calls and texts.
• International day passes give you a set amount of data, and you pay by the day.

So, the right international cell phone plan for you depends on your situation. Do you have family in Mexico, like my father-in-law (he’s on T-Mobile ), that you enjoying chatting with every month? A bolt-on international plan makes more sense if you know you’ll frequently make international calls.

On the other hand, if you only make international calls sporadically, like when you need to stay in touch during a family vacation, the pay-as-you-go option would work better for you.

Here's my pro tip: international day passes = peace of mind on vacations. Yelp, Google Maps, and Uber all use data, and we need these apps while we’re traveling. With an international day pass, you can use a ton of data during your vacation and not stress about roaming costs.

Mint Mobile: Best budget option

Low minute-to-minute rates.

• Decent international coverage (for the price)

Slower data speeds

What we like.

Mint Mobile offers some of the best pricing you can find for minute-to-minute international phone calls. You also get a pretty awesome deal for local calls as well.

Mint Mobile’s approach to international calls caught our eye when we saw the low minute-by-minute rates—and that calls to Mexico and Canada are included in your basic Mint plan.

Here’s what else Mint Mobile has going on:

• Calls to Canada and Mexico are included in your base plan.
• Calls from the US to other countries start at 1 cent per minute.
• Calls from outside the US start at 6 cents per minute.
• Mint Mobile offers low rates to 160+ locations.

If you have a Mint Mobile base plan, you can add to your international roaming balance through Mint’s UpRoam service.

This gets you talk, text, and data in over 160 countries at pretty cheap rates compared to other international plans. Here’s what it’ll cost you to call your mom and let her know you arrived or to text your old roommate to meet up while you’re in the country.

*Price includes autopay, paperless billing, and multi-line discounts where applicable. Taxes and fees not included.

Decent national coverage (for the price)

Mint boasts a pretty long list of destinations you can call—over 160, to be exact. Of course, the countries you can call depends on where you’re calling from.

If you’re calling from the US, Mexico, or Canada, you should check which countries are included. And if you’re calling from another location, check Mint’s international roaming plan for which countries it includes.

What we don’t like

What about Mint’s coverage in the states? Well, Mint runs on the T-Mobile network, so you can expect decent coverage in populated areas. But out in the country, not so much.

Though Mint Mobile runs on T-Mobile’s network , that doesn’t mean it always has the same speeds T-Mobile users enjoy. As with many smaller networks that use Big Five infrastructure, Mint Mobile customers will get deprioritized over T-Mobile customers, which means your data speed will be much less predictable.

AT&T: Best day pass

Affordable price, strong coverage, unpredictable data speeds.

If you’re on one of AT&T’s plans , you can add the International Day Pass for an extra $10 per day. The Day Pass is a good alternative to minute-by-minute calling rates if you plan to make a lot of calls while you’re traveling—especially since you’re charged only for the days you place calls, send texts, or use data.

Here’s a quick look at some AT&T International Day Pass features:

• $10 each day you use the plan
• Unlimited talk and text in 210+ locations
• Data restrictions are the same as back home

With the Day Pass, you can use your phone in more than 200 locations. While this includes many popular destinations, you’ll find several countries are missing from the list. 

Your data speeds in other countries may range from 2G all the way to 4G—and that could be the difference between downloading a web page in a few seconds (4G) or three minutes (2G), depending on how much data you use or how much congestion there is.

Fluctuating speeds are pretty common during international travel since speeds rely on the technology available in the country you’re in. So if you’re planning to put your toes in the water and your butt in the sand at Anse Lazio in Seychelles, you’ll have access to only 2G and 3G networks. (But really, who cares? You’re on the beach, baby!)

Google Fi: Best prepaid international plan

Flexible coverage.

• Fast data speeds
• Only compatible with certain devices

Instead of relying on just one network, Google Fi hops on networks owned by T-Mobile and US Cellular—and it uses Wi-Fi networks too. That way, you’ll get the best international data speeds.

Basically, if you have more than one cellular network available to you, Google Fi will use the network that’s the fastest. This happens in real time, so you can rest assured that if you’re experiencing coverage issues, Google Fi is on the case and hunting down a better network for you.

That network and Wi-Fi hopping gets you coverage in 200+ locations . And those locations include some popular destinations that might just be on your bucket list.

Google Fi speed

Because Google Fi hops onto three different cellular networks and also alternates between a cell signal and Wi-Fi, chances are good you’ll have the fastest speed possible most of the time.

Although most Android phones and iPhones work on Google Fi, only “ Fi-friendly phones ” can take advantage of Google Fi’s unique network switching capabilities. These, unsurprisingly, include the Google Pixel 3 and Pixel 3XL, as well as Android devices like the Moto G7 and LG V35 ThinQ.

If you don’t have one of these devices, your Google Fi service won’t feel quite as reliable.

T-Mobile: Most travel-friendly features

Unlimited data and text in 210+ countries.

• Free hour of Wi-Fi and unlimited texting on Gogo-enabled flights
• Charges for international phone calls

T-Mobile makes texting and data usage easier than any other provider. You can literally hop off the plane almost anywhere and start using your data.

Imagine this—you’ve just landed in London’s Heathrow airport, and you’re in a hurry to get to a dinner reservation. But wait, you can’t request a Lyft to pick you up because you forgot to set up international data! Then you remember you have T-Mobile, and you already have unlimited data and texting.

T-Mobile offers unlimited texting and data in over 210 countries across the globe, so you can count on your Google Maps, Lyft, and Airbnb apps basically anywhere you go. Nope, it doesn’t even cost extra—it’s baked into your plan.

Unlimited calling to Mexico and Canada

And for US residents who have friends or family in Mexico or Canada, (or for those trying to work while on vacay), T-Mobile's international calling service allows unlimited calling to Mexico and Canada. Unfortunately, this perk isn't included in T-Mobile's Essentials and Unlimited Talk and Text Only plans.

So if you have any loved ones living in the Great White North, calling Canada from the US (or the US from Canada) is completely free. And the same goes for your Mexican contacts, so if you're cruising to Cancún for a week, you'll get free unlimited calling from Mexico to the US. 

If you're unsure about a country's eligibility for this service, enter the country here, and T-Mobile will give you more details.

In-flight perks

If your flight says anything about being Gogo-enabled, you can count on an hour of free Wi-Fi and unlimited texting while in the air. Listen, if you’re flying internationally, you can use all the distractions you can get. Being able to text friends and family and refresh your Twitter feed can make a flight feel a lot quicker.

In-flight data means you can check Twitter and post dreamy landscapes from your window on Instagram.

Charges for international calls

Where T-Mobile drops the ball is in its international calling. The Magenta plans seem geared toward technologically-savvy travelers that can get by with just data and text. But for those of you who want to make international phone calls to family and friends outside the United States, Canada, or Mexico, you’ll pay 25 cents a minute.

International calling alternatives

If all this international phone plan business feels overwhelming, you’re not alone. That’s why call and text apps were created.

Not only can an app be easier to use (you’ll just need to worry about a Wi-Fi connection or data), it can be cheaper too. And chances are you’ve heard about and maybe even used some of these apps before.

• WhatsApp lets you send texts, audio recordings, and videos. It’s free and works on pretty much any phone—no need to worry about that SIM card.
• Skype has been around the block a few times, and it shows. You can easily use this app to make a voice call to your sister in Paris or do a group video call and chat with friends from all around the world.
• Viber lets you call, text, or send photos to your mom while you’re enjoying the good life on a beach, ice cold drinks in hand. You know, the kind with little colored umbrellas.
• FaceTime is available only on Apple devices, but it’s a great way to make a video call to your family in the UK over the holidays if they also have an iPhone or iPad.

OK, while we did say these apps could be cheaper than buying an international plan, you’ll need to be careful. Unless you’re connected to Wi-Fi, using any app on your phone means you’ll be paying for data.

The SIM card swap

If you’re lucky enough to have a phone that runs on a GSM network, you might be able to swap your SIM card out for one that works overseas. (And some CDMA phones allow you to do this too.)

If you’re not sure if your phone uses a GSM network, you can check which network it uses with this guide . (If you’re on an AT&T or T-Mobile plan, chances are your phone uses GSM.)

Once you’ve confirmed your phone uses GSM, you’ll then need to unlock it , which can take several hours and requires you to make a few calls.

It’s usually cheaper to buy a prepaid SIM card once you’ve reached your destination, though you can buy them in the states if you really want to. Be aware, though, that once you pop in your new international SIM card, you won’t be able to check messages sent to your US phone number.

Burner phones

You don’t need to be Jason Bourne to take advantage of burner phones overseas.

Grabbing a cheap prepaid phone once you reach your destination may be less expensive than paying for an international plan, especially if you plan on staying abroad for a while. But check the fine print first.

For instance, when we moved to Japan for a few years, we ditched our stateside cell phone plan (sorry, Verizon!) for an NTT plan and phone. One thing we didn’t know at the time is that our contract was re-upped without our knowledge. So by the time we were leaving—three years later—we had to pay an early termination fee to close out our contract.

Long story short: if you’re buying a phone and plan overseas, research all the fine print beforehand.

So which international cell phone plan deserves to be your plus one on your next world adventure? Here’s a quick summary of what we discovered.

Which international cell phone plan should I choose?

• Mint Mobile is a prepaid option and boasts the lowest per-minute rates currently available. And you don’t have to pay extra for calls to Canada or Mexico.
• T-Mobile Magenta comes with unlimited international texting and data—but it has pay-as-you-go rates for international calls. However, you can add international calling and double your data speed if you pay a bit extra per day.
• AT&T International Day Pass can easily be added onto your current AT&T plan for a short trip—and you’re only charged on the days you use your phone while overseas.
• Google Fi offers prepaid international service that uses three cell networks plus Wi-Fi to ensure you always have the best coverage available. Most phones work with the service, but only Google Pixel devices and some Android phones can take advantage of Google Fi's unique network switching capabilities.

So which international data plan are you leaning towards? What’s your experience been like traveling with your cell phone plan? 

Here's how we came to our conclusion about the best international cell phone plans:

Research and Identify International Data Plan Providers

• Conducted a comprehensive review of major TELCOM companies and service providers offering international data plans. Considered customer reviews, ratings, and popularity to identify the most prominent options in the market.
• Selected Mint Mobile, AT&T, Google Fi, and T-Mobile based on their reputation, global coverage, and competitive offerings.

Price Value Analysis

• Evaluated the cost-effectiveness of each international data plan by comparing pricing structures, including monthly fees, data allowances, and additional charges.
• Assessed the value for money based on the balance between price and the included features, such as data speed, roaming capabilities, and extra perks like free in-flight Wi-Fi.
• Conducted a comparative analysis of the plans offered by Mint Mobile, AT&T, Google Fi, and T-Mobile to determine their competitiveness in terms of price value.

International Coverage Assessment

• Examined the global coverage of each provider by analyzing their network reach in different countries and regions.
• Reviewed the availability and quality of network connections, including 3G, 4G, and 5G networks, to ensure a seamless user experience abroad.
• Considered the partnerships and agreements that each provider has established with international network operators to extend their coverage.

International Texting, Calling, and Data Usage

• Assessed the included features and limitations of international texting, calling, and data usage in each plan.
• Analyzed the cost and accessibility of sending text messages, making phone calls, and using data while traveling internationally.
• Considered factors such as unlimited or limited texting and calling, affordable rates for international calls, and high-speed data allowances.

Best International Plans FAQ

A lot of the major carriers like T-Mobile, AT&T, and Verizon usually include international travel to Mexico and Canada in most unlimited plans. You'll want to check with your specific carrier beforehand to ensure you're covered at no extra cost. 

If you are planning to travel to Canada, you'll want to check with your specific service provider and see what kind of coverage is offered in Canada. You can check this easily online, as well as add on an international plan if needed through the duration of your trip. 

Not all standard international plans apply to Costa Rica. You will have to pay international roaming fees from your current cell carrier if you plan to use your data while traveling to Costa Rica. You can call your cell phone carrier and purchase a specific international plan.

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Vodafone international roaming FAQ

Vodafone's roaming policy depends on which plan you sign up for, as each has varying levels of roaming included, if any.

If your Vodafone Pay monthly plan started before 11 August 2021, then you'll likely still have EU roaming included in your monthly price without having to add any extras. However, if you joined Vodafone, upgraded, or changed your plan on or after 11 August 2021, there will likely be a daily charge for using your phone in Vodafone's European roaming zones.

However, if you have an Xtra 3 plan or one of the selected Unlimited Max Xtra 3 plans, you'll have either EU roaming or worldwide roaming included.

Vodafone daily roaming charges

Vodafone roaming charges for pay-monthly customers.

Zone A (Republic of Ireland, Isle of Man, Iceland, and Norway) – Included at no extra cost

Zone B (49 European destinations) - £2 per day

Zone C (32 worldwide destinations) - £6 per day

Zone D (73 worldwide destinations) - £6 per day

Limited data Xtra 3 plan

Zone B (49 European destinations) - Included at no extra cost

Unlimited Max Xtra 3 plan

Zone C (32 worldwide destinations) - Included at no extra cost

What locations are included in Vodafone’s roaming zones?

The roaming destinations for the different zones are as follows:

Which locations are included in Zone A?

Isle of Man

Republic of Ireland

Which locations are included in Zone B?

Aland Islands

Balearic Islands

Canary Islands

Cyprus except Northern Cyprus

Czech Republic

Faroe Islands

France (incl. Corsica)

French Guiana

Liechtenstein

Netherlands

St. Barthelemy

Switzerland

Vatican City

Which locations are included in Zone C?

Antigua and Barbuda

Bosnia and Herzegovina

British Virgin Islands

Cayman Islands

New Zealand

Sint Eustatius

Sint Maarten

South Africa

St. Kitts and Nevis

St. Vincent

Trinidad and Tobago

Turkey and North Cyprus

Turks and Caicos

United States of America

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Which locations are included in Zone D?

Afghanistan

Congo, Democratic Republic of

Dominican Republic

El Salvador

Papua New Guinea

Philippines

Puerto Rico

Saudi Arabia

South Korea

South Sudan

United Arab Emirates

US Virgin Islands

Vodafone 5G roaming

Vodafone offers 5G roaming in 193 locations across Europe, which it claims is more than any other UK network.

What's Vodafone's fair usage policy?

Handily, Vodafone doesn't impose any data caps on roaming. So, you'll be able to use your full monthly allowance while you're in any of the countries listed above for no extra cost.

However, roaming with Vodafone is only free for the first 30 consecutive days of use. Once you exceed that, your roaming privileges will be suspended and you'll have to pay extra to use your monthly allowances.

Can I use tethering while roaming with Vodafone?

Yes, you can tether your mobile phone to other devices while roaming. You can turn on your phone's personal hotspot and connect devices to your phone just like you would any Wi-Fi router.

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Vodafone roaming explained for international & EU countries

You can roam in most countries around the world with Vodafone.

However, since 31 January 2022, some customers may have to pay to continue using their allowance in Europe.

If you joined Vodafone before 11 August 2021, and you haven’t upgraded or renewed since, you can continue to enjoy free EU roaming.

If you’re on a 3 Xtra benefits plan, you can continue to roam for free within 51 EU destinations, regardless of when you joined Vodafone. Some 3 Xtra benefits plans also include international roaming, for a total of 83 destinations.

If you joined or upgraded on or after 11 August 2021, and you’re not on a 3 Xtra benefits plan, you will have to pay for £2.25 per day to use your allowance within the EU.

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To continue free EU roaming with Vodafone, you must purchase a SIM or phone with a 3 Xtra benefits plan.

You can find the cheapest Vodafone SIM Only deals by using our comparison tools. Vodafone SIMs will work with all phones, including the latest Samsung Galaxy S24 and Apple iPhone 15 .

From 31 January 2022, you may have to pay to use your allowance within the EU, depending on the type of plan you have and when your contract started.

Regardless of when you joined Vodafone or the type of plan you have, roaming will continue to be free in 4 destinations: Republic of Ireland, Isle of Man, Iceland and Norway.

If your pay monthly contract started before 11th August 2021, and you haven't upgraded or renewed your contract since, you can continue to roam in the EU free of charge, regardless of your plan.

However, if joined Vodafone or upgraded your plan on or after 11 August 2021, you may have to pay to use your allowance within the EU, depending on the type of plan you have.

You can continue to use your allowance for free in the EU (51 destinations) with any 3 Xtra benefits plan. Some 3 Xtra benefits plans also come with additional international destinations, for a total of 83 roaming destinations

For any other plan, you will have to pay to use your allowance within the EU:

• £2.25 per day (automatically charged)
• £10 for 8 days (text 8DAYEUROPE to 40506)
• £15 for 15 days (text 15DAYEUROPE to 40506)

For existing customers who do not upgrade or change their contract, you may still have free EU roaming included with your plan, even if the new rules state otherwise:

• Any plan started before 11 August 2021 (Zone B)
• Unlimited Max plan started between 12 July 2019 and 14 June 2021 (Zone B and C)
• Red Entertainment Plan started between 4 September 2018 and 11 July 2019 (Zone B and C)

However, the moment you upgrade your contract or change your plan, the new rules will apply, and you may no longer be eligible for free EU roaming.

Whenever you upgrade, change or renew your plan, talk to Vodafone if you're unsure if you will have to start paying for EU roaming.

You cannot use your regular allowance in any country outside the UK with a Vodafone Basic plan.

Instead, you will be charged at a premium out of tariff rate.

We don’t recommend you roam outside the UK if you have a Vodafone Basics Plan, as the rate is expensive. You should consider switching your plan or purchasing a local SIM card.

See Vodafone roaming rates for out of tariff prices in different countries.

If you have a Vodafone 3 Xtra benefits plan, you can use your regular allowance in Zone A and Zone B (51 European destinations) at no additional cost.

Some 3 Xtra benefits plans also include an additional 32 international destinations (Zone C), for a total of 83.

With a Vodafone 3 Xtra benefits plan, you can use you regular allowance for free within the following 51 European destinations:

• Aland Islands
• Balearic Islands
• Canary Islands
• Cyprus except Northern Cyprus
• Czech Republic
• Faroe Islands
• France (incl. Corsica)
• French Guiana
• Isle of Man
• Liechtenstein
• Netherlands
• Republic of Ireland
• St. Barthelemy
• Switzerland
• Vatican City

With selected Unlimited Max + 3 Xtra benefits plans, you can use your allowance within Zone A and Zone B (51 European destinations) and Zone C (32 worldwide destinations), for a total of 83 destinations.

For £6.85 per day, you can add Zone D , which includes an additional 73 worldwide destinations, for a total of 156 destinations.

You'll be able to roam and use your allowance for free within the following 83 destinations:

• Antigua and Barbuda
• Bosnia and Herzegovina
• British Virgin Islands
• Cayman Islands
• New Zealand
• Sint Eustatius
• Sint Maarten
• South Africa
• St. Kitts and Nevis
• St. Vincent
• Trinidad and Tobago
• Turkey and North Cyprus
• Turks and Caicos
• United States of America

Vodafone Zones

Depending on your plan, you can use your allowance in different zones, either for free or at a set price.

• Zone A: Included with all plans
• Zone B: Included with 3 Xtra benefits plans, or else £2.25 per day
• Zone C: Included with some Unlimited Max + 3 Xtra benefits plans, or else £6.85 per day
• Zone D: Not included with any plans. Costs £6.85 per day

Zone A is included with all plans free of charge, and covers 4 destinations:

Zone B includes 47 European destinations. With selected plans, Zone B is included in your plan at no additional cost:

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For all other plans, you must pay a set amount to use your allowance in Zone B:

Zone B includes the following 47 European destinations:

Zone C covers 32 worldwide destinations.

If you’re on a selected Unlimited Max + 3 Xtra benefits plan, Zone C is included at no additional cost.

For all other plans, you must pay £6.85 per day to use your allowance in Zone C. You'll also get access to Zone A and B.

Zone C includes the following 32 destinations:

Zone D includes 73 worldwide destinations outside of the EU.

Regardless of the plan you are on, you must pay £6.85 per day to use your allowance in Zone D.

Zone D covers the following 73 destinations:

• Afghanistan
• Congo, Democratic Republic of
• Dominican Republic
• El Salvador
• Papua New Guinea
• Philippines
• Puerto Rico
• Saudi Arabia
• South Korea
• South Sudan
• US Virgin Islands
• United Arab Emirates

For plans with a data allowance greater than 25GB (including unlimited plans), you can only use 25GB data per month when roaming. If you go over this limit but stay within your regular data allowance, you'll be charged £3.13 per GB. If you also go over your regular allowance, you'll be charged the standard out of tariff UK rate for data on top of the £3.13 per GB charge.

Vodafone will send you a warning text when you reach 80% of the roaming limit.

If you're roaming with a Zone pass or you're eligible for free roaming, and go over your regular data allowance but stay below the 25GB fair usage limit, you'll be charged at the standard out of tariff UK rate for data. If you also go over the 25GB fair usage limit, you'll be charged an additional £3.13 per GB on top of the standard out of tariff UK rate for data.

In addition, if you're roaming for 62 days or more during a 4 month period, and your roaming usage exceeds your average UK usage, you may have to pay additional roaming charges. In such a case, Vodafone will send you a 2 weeks notice, followed by an additional £3.13 per 1GB, 3.3p per minute and 1p per text, as long as your roaming usage continues to be high.

Can I get Vodafone 5G when roaming internationally?

You can get 5G speeds when roaming with Vodafone in Germany, Spain, Italy and Ireland.

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If you’re on a 3 Xtra benefits plan, you can continue to roam for free within 51 EU destinations, regardless of when you joined Vodafone.

If you joined or upgraded on or after 11 August 2021, and you’re not on a 3 Xtra benefits plan, you will have to pay for £2.25 per day to use your allowance within the EU:

You must enable roaming in your phone's settings in order to use your Vodafone plan internationally.

For Android users:

• Go to Settings
• Go to Connections -> Mobile networks -> Roaming
• Enable Data roaming

For iPhone users:

• Go to Mobile data -> Mobile Data Options
• Enable Data Roaming

Yes, Vodafone will charge an out of tariff rate. Prices vary depending on the country you are in. The maximum Vodafone can automatically charge you is £45 per month.

Yes, you can tether when roaming abroad with Vodafone . Any data limits that normally apply when roaming will also apply when tethering and roaming.

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When travelling abroad we want you to savour, capture and share every fantastic experience without worrying about hidden costs or searching for WiFi. Say goodbye to telcos that overcharge you to travel, and hello to Vodafone – the first telco in Australia to offer $5 Roaming. With $5 Roaming, you can use your eligible phone, tablet or mobile broadband plan for $5 extra per day in over 100 countries. These countries may vary, so check our international roaming list below before you travel. T&C apply.

How $5 Roaming works

$5 extra a day

You’ll only be charged $5 extra a day in addition to your plan fees when you use your included data, make or receive a call or send an SMS.

Use your plan overseas

Use your plan’s included data, calls and texts in over 100 countries. Excludes data capped at speeds of up to 1.5Mbps, 2Mbps, 10Mbps and 25Mbps. If you go over your included data limit, we’ll automatically add 1GB for $5.

Easy activation

$5 Roaming should be activated already for you. Just switch on your phone in an eligible country. You can check and manage roaming through My Vodafone .

Plans with $5 Roaming

Sign up to an eligible plan with a phone, tablet or modem, or an eligible SIM Only plan and you can roam for only $5 extra per day in over 100 countries.

If you're on a Vodafone Infinite, Plus Plan or Vodafone Infinite Data Plan, you can use your included data with $5 Roaming, along with your call and text inclusions. Excludes data capped at speeds of up to 1.5Mbps, 2Mbps, 10Mbps and 25Mbps. Once you’ve used your included data, you’ll be charged $5/GB.

If you're on an Ultra+ Plan, you can use unlimited mobile data on your phone. If you use more than 30GB Hotspot data, you'll be charged $5 for each extra 1GB of Hotspot data. 

You can access $5 Roaming for a maximum of 90 days per calendar year. T&C apply.

Travelling with a prepaid plan? Check out our Prepaid Roaming Add-ons .

Frequently asked questions

International roaming is the ability to connect your device to a network outside of Australia. Whether you use $5 Roaming, Roaming Add-ons, or Pay-As-You-Go rates, you'll typically be able to use data, send/receive calls and texts, or access other mobile services while overseas.

With Vodafone’s $5 Roaming, you can use included data, calls and text in over 100 countries for $5 extra a day. Excludes data capped at speeds up to 1.5, 2, 10 or 25 Mbps. Countries may vary. T&C apply. If you’re heading to a country where $5 Roaming is unavailable, you can access our Pay As You Go roaming rates.

$5 Roaming should be activated already for you. You can check by logging into My Vodafone under account settings.

$5 Roaming is available on our Vodafone Infinite Data Plans.

If you signed up to a Red or SIM Only Modem plan after 2 July 2020, you won’t be able to access $5 Roaming.

If you signed up to a Mobile Broadband plan after 12 April 2017, $5 Roaming will be available and already switched on for you.

If you signed up to an eligible Mobile Broadband plan between 31 August 2016 and 12 April 2017, you’ll need to activate $5 Roaming through My Vodafone .

If you signed up to a Tablet or Data Plan, $5 Roaming is available and already switched on for you.

Yes. If you’re on an eligible phone, tablet or mobile broadband plan, you can use your included data, calls and texts on selected flights with participating international airlines for $5 extra a day – similar to how you can access $5 Roaming in over 100 countries. For more information, check out In-Flight Roaming support page .

Here are the participating airlines.

You can contact our team while you’re away by calling +61 426 320 000 .

If you’re having trouble using your service while you’re overseas, try our international roaming troubleshooting guide .

With $5 Roaming, you’ll be charged the $5 fee only on days you make or receive a call, send a text or use your included data overseas. The $5 fee will appear on your bill to be paid at the end of the billing period. If you go over data allowance, Additional Data will be charged at $5/GB ($0.005/MB).

With Pay As You Go roaming, you’ll be charged when you make or receive calls, send an SMS or use data overseas. There’s no charge to receive an SMS. For more information, check out our rates support page .

You can deactivate international roaming through My Vodafone .

If you visit a country where $5 Roaming isn’t available or if your plan isn’t eligible for $5 Roaming, you can still use your service overseas on our Pay As You Go roaming rates.

You can use $5 Roaming for up to 90 days per calendar year.

Voice over LTE (VoLTE) is a feature that allows you to make calls within Australia using our 4G network. If you're on international roaming in the USA, you may be able to use VoLTE through some of their networks.

Using VoLTE when you're on international roaming may give you a better call quality with a faster call connection. You can also browse the internet or use apps at the same time.

You’ll need a compatible device with VoLTE enabled and be on an eligible plan. Find out more on our VoLTE support page .

Support for roaming

$5 Roaming Countries and eligible partner airlines are subject to change, see current list and full details here . Available to eligible customers, see terms for details specific to your plan. $5 Daily Charge is in addition to minimum monthly spend and allows use of your plan inclusions in Eligible Countries for $5 per day. $5 Roaming is also available in-flight on eligible partner airlines. Only your included data allowance can be accessed while $5 Roaming. Data capped at speeds up to 1.5, 2, 10 or 25Mbps is not accessible while $5 Roaming. Once your included data is exhausted, additional data will be automatically added at a charge of $5/GB ($0.005/MB) (“Additional Roaming Data”). Additional Roaming Data expires at the end of your next billing period, is shareable (excludes plans with unlimited data which do not share data) and can only be used while in $5 Roaming countries. Max 90 days of use in any calendar year. Opt-out at any time, visit My Vodafone or call 1555. All roaming services are subject to network availability.

Pay As You Go roaming rates for Postpaid All International Roaming rates are subject to change – check the rates for the countries you are visiting above before leaving for most current pricing. You will be charged for making or receiving calls; calls are charged per 30 seconds with a $1 minimum charge. For full International Roaming rates, go to our  Roaming rates page .  To c heck that you are opted-in to roaming visit  My Vodafone  or contact Customer Care (by calling 1555 from your Vodafone mobile) before leaving Australia. On most of our plans roaming will already be active. Except for customers using Vodafone $5 Roaming, Pay As You Go Roaming charges are not part of your included value in any Postpaid mobile plan and will be charged on top of your minimum monthly spend. All Vodafone services are subject to network availability, individual device capabilities and limitations of overseas networks. Some Vodafone services such as video calling and PXT may not be available whilst roaming in some countries.

International roaming rates for Prepaid All International Roaming rates are subject to change – check our  Roaming page  before leaving for most current pricing. International Roaming charges are deducted from your My Credit balance if you have not purchased a Prepaid Roaming Add-on. Check your plan on our  Roaming Rates page  for all rates and charges. All Vodafone services are subject to network availability, individual device capabilities and limitations  of  overseas networks. Some Vodafone services may not be available whilst roaming in some countries.

Prepaid Roaming add-ons Not for commercial or resale purposes. 1-day ($5 Roaming Add-on), 3-day ($15 Roaming Add-on) or 7-day ($35 Roaming Add-on) expiry after purchase. SIM activation must be completed in Australia. Max 90 days total use per  calendar year. Data is deducted in per KB increments. Included data is for use on handsets only. Calls charged in 1 minute increments. All offer end dates, and recharge times are in Australian Eastern Standard or Daylight time (AEST/AEDT). Excludes premium, video, special and overseas free phone numbers. All Vodafone services, including the Vodafone data roaming service is subject to overseas network limitations and availability and individual device capabilities. Some Vodafone services may not be available whilst roaming in some countries. Any unused Data from your Prepaid Roaming Add-on will not contribute to your Data Bank.