international roaming

Foreign network access

International roaming is the ability to use a mobile phone on foreign cellular networks while traveling abroad.

Your home carrier maintains agreements with networks in other countries, allowing calls, texts, and data to work seamlessly—though typically at much higher rates: Check your international roaming charges before the trip.

Many travelers disable roaming to avoid surprise fees.

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