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.

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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
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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
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WiFi + Apps

Use WiFi with messaging apps for free communication. No roaming charges at all.

  • ✓ Completely free
  • ✓ Works everywhere with WiFi
  • ✓ Video calls included
WhatsApp, Skype, FaceTime

Roaming Rates by Country

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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