What is roaming?

Using your phone outside of the UK is called roaming.

• Your phone's tariff is only valid for use in the UK. So when you're abroad, making calls, sending texts and using the internet is possible because a foreign network is providing your phone with service.
• The foreign network will then charge your network for this service, and this cost will be passed onto you.
• For information on the EU data cap and advice on preventing unexpected charges when roaming, click here.

For more information about using your phone abroad, click on your network below.

Tip

• If you plan on sending a lot of texts whilst you're away, it may be cheaper to send a multimedia message (MMS). An MMS can contain photos and up to 1024 characters, whereas a standard text holds a maximum of 160 characters and may be more expensive. Check the costs with your network before you travel by selecting it from the table above.
• Avoid amassing a huge bill and still use the internet abroad by following our tips.