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Using mobiles abroad

Using mobiles abroad

  • How to make cheap international mobile calls while using your mobile abroad
  • Ensuring your mobile is set up to make international calls while you're overseas
  • How new mobile roaming regulations are cutting the cost of international mobile phone calls and texts home in EU countries

What's in this guide

Using your mobile abroad

If you don't pay attention to how much you use your mobile abroad, you could be paying off the mobile roaming bill long after your tan has faded.

The cost of using a mobile abroad

How much you can expect to pay to make international calls from your mobile while abroad with the six biggest mobile networks.

Planning ahead for using a mobile abroad

Doing research before you leave home can help avoid a big bill for using a mobile abroad. 

Make cheaper mobile calls abroad

Simple tips for saving money when you're making international mobile calls while you're abroad. 

Mobile roaming cost regulation

The cost of using a mobile abroad in Europe has got cheaper - here's why and other changes to come.