Is O2 roaming free in Europe?

Free data roaming in the EU

We cover roaming in our Europe Zone as part of our tariffs. So your data (subject to roaming limit), minutes and text allowances will work in our Europe Zone, just like they do at home.

Does O2 charge for roaming abroad?

If you're travelling elsewhere, or you don't have the free O2 Travel Bolt On for those five destinations, you'll be charged our standard roaming rates for calls, texts and data used in your destination. You can find details of all of our standard roaming rates for Pay As You Go customers here.

Is data roaming free in Europe?

When you travel outside your home country to another EU country, you don't have to pay any additional charges to use your mobile phone. This is known as "roaming" or "roam like at home". Your calls (to mobile and fixed phones), text messages (SMS) and data use (web browsing, music and video streaming etc.)

Do I need to activate roaming on O2 in Europe?

Before you set off, check if you have O2 Travel by visiting My O2 or calling our customer service team on 202. Get the O2 Travel Bolt On by texting O2TRAVEL to 23336. If you don't activate O2 Travel, you'll then be charged our standard roaming rates. This can take up to 24 hours to be applied to your account.

Which countries are roaming free in Europe?

The Roaming Regulation 2022 ((EU) 2022/612) bans roaming charges (Eurotariff) within the European Economic Area (EEA), which consists of the member states of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway.

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How can I use my iPhone in Europe without charges?

Go to: Settings > Cellular > Data Roaming. Turn off. (To make it easy, the iPhone even says “Turn data roaming off when traveling to avoid charges when web browsing and using email and other data services.”)

How can I avoid data roaming charges in Europe?

Can I use O2 in America?

Roaming in the USA

Our O2 network will continue to support all types of mobile devices in the UK. But if you're planning to travel to the USA, some phones won't be compatible with USA networks. This is because American mobile phone carriers are upgrading their networks and shutting down their 2G and 3G services.

What is included in O2 Europe zone?

48 destinations are included in our Europe Zone: Austria, Azores, Belgium, Bulgaria, Canary Islands, Croatia, Cyprus*, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, French Guiana, Germany Gibraltar, Greece, Guadeloupe, Guernsey, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Isle of Man, Italy, Jersey, Latvia, Liechtenstein, ...

What is O2 roaming limit?

This means you can use up to 25GB of your allowance at no extra costs - we'll text you if you're getting close to the limit, and again if you reach it.

Can I use my US data in Europe?

YES. Unless your mobile operator has explicitly told you that you have a roaming data limit, you can use the full amount of data under your domestic contract when you go to another EU country.

Can I use my American cell phone in Europe?

Can I use my American or Canadian cell phone in Europe? Almost all modern mobile devices are compatible with European cellular networks, so you should be able to use your phone in European countries without interruption. So yes, you can buy a phone in the US and use it in Europe.

How do I avoid international roaming charges?

Turn off Data Roaming or prepare for a trip. Need to avoid roaming charges because you arrived at your destination without an international data plan? Check your Cellular Data options and turn off Data Roaming. In the Settings app, tap Cellular, or Cellular Data, or Mobile Data.

Is O2 reintroducing roaming charges?

Will there be roaming charges? O2 say they have no plans to re-introduce roaming charges in Europe as they will be part of customers' monthly plans (O2 customers have a monthly data limit of 25GB and will be charged £3.50 for each GB after that).

Has O2 brought back roaming charges?

We're the only major network that isn't bringing back EU roaming charges for up to 25GB. Wherever you fancy going in our Europe Zone (40+ destinations), you're free to call, text and use data just like you would in the UK, subject to a roaming limit. What if I'm travelling outside the O2 Europe Zone?

Is WhatsApp free for abroad?

If you use WhatsApp while your phone is roaming, data charges might apply. Contact your mobile provider for more information about roaming in other countries. If you don't have an international data plan, we recommend you turn off: Mobile data and data roaming to avoid data roaming charges.

What countries are in Zone 2 O2?

Zone 2 VAT exempt - Austria, Azores, Belgium, Bulgaria, Canary Islands, Croatia, Cyprus, Czechia (formerly Czech Republic), Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, French Guyana, Germany, Gibraltar, Greece, Guadeloupe, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Madeira, Malta, Martinique, Mayotte ...

Can I use My O2 pay as you go in Europe?

Good news. We cover roaming in our Europe Zone as part of our tariffs. So if you buy one of our Big Bundles, your minutes, texts and data can be used in the UK and in our Europe Zone. And for our Classic Pay As You Go tariffs, you'll be charged in our Europe Zone in the same way as you would be at home.

Is 02 a good network?

O2 coverage

In fact, O2's coverage is so good, other mobile networks actually pay to use its infrastructure. Of course, if you live in a rural area, chances are your signal will be lower than in a built-up area. To that end, we recommend checking the coverage in your area using O2's postcode checker.

Who is O2 roaming partner in USA?

AT&T and T-Mobile, the mobile operators which O2 partners with in the USA are updating their networks. The older 2G and 3G networks will be closing to allow them to focus on 4G and 5G. AT&T is planning to switch off their 2G and 3G from 22 February 2022.

Are international calls free on O2?

Calling or texting any country (even within our Europe Zone) from the UK, is classed as an international call or text, and will be charged at calling abroad standard rates. You can make calls to international mobiles and landlines from just 1p per minute with our International Bolt On.

Can I text abroad with O2?

Whether you're on Pay Monthly or Pay As You Go, use your data, minutes and texts at no extra cost across over 45 countries in our Europe Zone. And if you're going further afield, we've made it easier than ever to stay in touch with our O2 Travel Bolt On.

Will I be charged for roaming if I use Wi-Fi?

Seriously, no matter what carrier you use, those roaming rates will quickly add up and you might just rack up $13,000 in roaming fees without even knowing it. No matter where you go, free Wi-Fi is always a thing you should use. You won't need to use any roaming data whatsoever while connected to Wi-Fi.

Does airplane mode stop roaming charges?

Travelling internationally

You can use airplane mode to avoid roaming charges when travelling. You won't be able to send or receive text messages or phone calls, or use data services, but you could connect to a Wi-Fi network to check your email or browse the internet.

Should I turn off data roaming when abroad?

Turn off mobile data

If you want to avoid high roaming charges, make sure you turn your mobile data off on all devices before you arrive at your destination. You will still be able to make and receive calls (and be aware that charges will apply for these), but you'll need to connect to Wi-Fi to use any online apps.