International Roaming Rates & Packages
Compare roaming rates from major carriers worldwide. Find cheaper alternatives like eSIMs and local SIM cards for your travels.
195+
Countries
80%
Cheaper with eSIM
27
EU Countries
50+
Major Carriers
EU Roaming - Roam Like at Home
Travel within the EU? Use your home plan at no extra cost in all 27 EU countries. Fair usage policies may apply for extended stays.
Austria
Belgium
Bulgaria
Croatia
Cyprus
Czech Republic
Denmark
Estonia
Finland
France
Germany
Greece
Popular Travel Destinations
United States
Country Code: +1
From
$6.37/day
2 carriers with roaming data
United Kingdom
Country Code: +44
From
$10/day
1 carrier with roaming data
Japan
Country Code: +81
From
$10/day
1 carrier with roaming data
France
Country Code: +33
From
Free
1 carrier with roaming data
Spain
Country Code: +34
From
Free
1 carrier with roaming data
Italy
Country Code: +39
From
Free
1 carrier with roaming data
Germany
Country Code: +49
Check carrier-specific rates
Thailand
Country Code: +66
From
$10/day
1 carrier with roaming data
Mexico
Country Code: +52
From
$12/day
1 carrier with roaming data
Canada
Country Code: +1
Check carrier-specific rates
Smarter Alternatives to Roaming
eSIM Cards
Digital SIM cards you can buy online and activate instantly. Perfect for short trips.
- ✓ 50-80% cheaper than roaming
- ✓ Keep your number active
- ✓ No physical SIM needed
Local SIM Cards
Buy a prepaid SIM on arrival. Best value for longer stays or heavy data users.
- ✓ Cheapest for extended stays
- ✓ Local phone number
- ✓ Best data allowances
WiFi + Apps
Use WiFi with messaging apps for free communication. No roaming charges at all.
- ✓ Completely free
- ✓ Works everywhere with WiFi
- ✓ Video calls included
Roaming Rates by Country
European Union (Free Roaming Between EU Countries)
All Countries A-Z
Understanding International Roaming
International roaming allows you to use your mobile phone abroad by connecting to foreign networks. While convenient, roaming charges can be expensive, often costing $10-15 per day or more for basic usage.
How Roaming Charges Work
When you travel internationally, your phone connects to local networks through roaming agreements. Carriers typically charge:
- •Daily fees ($5-15/day) for using your regular plan abroad
- •Per-minute rates for calls ($1-3/minute)
- •Per-message rates for SMS ($0.50-1.00/text)
- •Data charges ($2-5/MB without a package)
EU Roaming Exception
The European Union eliminated roaming charges between member countries in 2017. If you have a plan from an EU country, you can use it in any other EU country at no extra cost, subject to fair use policies.
Save Money on International Roaming
Smart travelers can reduce or eliminate roaming charges by:
- ✓Buying an eSIM before travel (50-80% savings)
- ✓Getting a local SIM card on arrival
- ✓Using WiFi with messaging apps
- ✓Turning off data roaming and using offline apps
- ✓Checking if your plan includes international benefits