{"id":17609,"date":"2025-03-21T08:33:00","date_gmt":"2025-03-20T21:33:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.letsbemates.com.au\/mate\/?p=17609"},"modified":"2026-06-03T11:53:18","modified_gmt":"2026-06-03T01:53:18","slug":"what-is-international-global-roaming","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.letsbemates.com.au\/mate\/what-is-international-global-roaming\/","title":{"rendered":"What is International Global Roaming?"},"content":{"rendered":"

Thanks to today\u2019s technological strides, travelling abroad no longer means disconnecting from the world. Gone are the days of waiting for postcards to arrive or racking up costly hotel phone bills to stay in touch with loved ones. With the advent of international roaming, staying connected has become easier than ever. But if you don\u2019t know how to turn on international roaming, you can\u2019t reap all of the benefits. In this guide, we\u2019ll break down how international roaming works, how to activate it, how much it costs, and how to save on data while travelling.
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What is international roaming?<\/span><\/h2>\n

International roaming is a service that allows you to use your mobile phone while travelling abroad, connecting to local mobile networks in the country you\u2019re visiting. This service enables you to make phone calls, send SMS, and access mobile data without the need for a separate international SIM card or a local mobile plan. When you\u2019re on an international trip, your mobile provider will partner with local mobile networks, allowing you to stay connected seamlessly.<\/span><\/p>\n

\ud83c\udf0d International roaming is here!<\/span> Your MATE SIM works overseas. Add a roaming pack, enable Data Roaming on your handset and you’re good to go. Simple, fixed-price and no surprise charges – just the way we like it. Check out our roaming packs<\/a> and get sorted before you travel.<\/div>\n

Travel SIM vs. international roaming: What\u2019s better?<\/span><\/h2>\n

Both options have their perks depending on your travel needs. A Travel SIM<\/a> gives you control over costs, while international roaming offers convenience by keeping your existing number active. Check out the table below to compare which option suits you best.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Feature<\/th>\nTravel SIM<\/th>\nMobile plan with international roaming<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
Phone Number<\/strong><\/td>\nNew number<\/td>\nKeep your existing number<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Network Coverage<\/strong><\/td>\nWorks in multiple countries<\/td>\nUses your provider\u2019s partner networks<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Cost<\/strong><\/td>\nPay upfront for limited usage<\/td>\nDaily fee or pay-as-you-go rates<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Convenience<\/strong><\/td>\nRequires a SIM swap<\/td>\nNo setup needed \u2013 just activate roaming<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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