International Roaming Plans – August 2026
Travelling abroad? Activate an international roaming pack before you leave to avoid expensive bills. Here are the latest international roaming plans from all major Indian operators for popular destinations.
Jio International Roaming Packs
| Destination | Pack Price | Validity | Data | Calls to India |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| USA / Canada | ₹575/day | 1 Day | 500MB | 100 mins |
| UAE / Dubai | ₹575/day | 1 Day | 500MB | 100 mins |
| UK / Europe | ₹575/day | 1 Day | 500MB | 100 mins |
| Value Pack | ₹2,875 | 7 Days | 3GB | 500 mins |
| Premium Pack | ₹4,999 | 15 Days | 5GB | Unlimited |
Airtel International Roaming Packs
| Pack | Price | Validity | Data | Calls |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daily Pack | ₹549/day | 1 Day | 500MB | 100 mins |
| Weekly Pack | ₹2,999 | 7 Days | 3GB | 500 mins |
| Monthly Pack | ₹7,999 | 30 Days | 10GB | Unlimited |
| Postpaid IR | ₹499/day | Per Day | Unlimited | Unlimited |
How to Activate International Roaming
- Activate IR on your number (call customer care or use app)
- Buy a roaming pack before leaving India
- Turn on Data Roaming in phone settings after landing
- Your Indian number will work on partner networks abroad
Country-wise Best Roaming Option
| Country | Best Operator | Best Pack | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| USA | Airtel Postpaid | ₹499/day unlimited | Best coverage on AT&T/T-Mobile |
| UAE / Dubai | Jio | ₹575/day | Good du/Etisalat coverage |
| UK | Airtel | ₹2,999 weekly | Strong EE/Vodafone UK partnership |
| Singapore | Jio | ₹575/day | Reliable Singtel roaming |
| Thailand | Vi | ₹549/day | Good AIS network coverage |
Money-Saving Tips for International Roaming
- Buy pack before departure – Avoid pay-per-use rates (₹50/MB!)
- Use Wi-Fi calling – Free calls over hotel/airport Wi-Fi
- Consider local SIM – For trips longer than 15 days
- Disable background data – Saves your limited roaming data
- Use Airtel postpaid – Best unlimited roaming for frequent travellers
Warning: Never travel without activating a roaming pack. Without a pack, data charges can be ₹50-100 per MB and calls can cost ₹100+/minute. A single day of casual phone use without a pack can result in a bill of ₹5,000-10,000!