Will My Mobile Work Abroad?

Most current mobile phones have international roaming as a standard feature. However, there are a few factors that will affect your mobile working abroad:

• Whether the handset is triband/dual band capable
• Whether you are on contract or Pay As You Go
• Where you are going - certain developing countries don't have mobile reception altogether

How Do I Know If My Phone Will Work Abroad?

The quickest way to find out whether you can use your phone abroad is to consult:

• Your service provider's website
• The customer services office
• One of your service provider's outlet stores

Mobile users with major service providers can check their websites for more information:

• O2
• T mobile
• Vodaphone
• Orange

If I Do Not Have International Signal, Can This Be Activated Before A Trip?

In almost all cases you will be able to have international signal activated free of charge before you go.

Tips For Pay As You Go Users Going Abroad

Most Pay As You Go mobile users have international signal automatically installed. This does not mean you won't need to top up though! If you are a PAYG user and know you will be using your phone while on holiday, it will be easiest to top up before you leave or to purchase a few top up vouchers before you go.