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AT&T International Phone Plans – Countries, Coverage, Rates, and More

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Breaking down at&t’s international data plans, at&t’s supported countries, pros and cons of at&t’s international data plans, final thoughts.

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At Upgraded Points, we’re a team of travelers . Some of us travel abroad multiple times per year, and some of us travel full-time. However, all of us have 1 thing in common: we need an international data plan to stay connected to our work when we’re globetrotting.

With this in mind, we’ve spent a lot of time looking at the best U.S. mobile data plans for international roaming . The right plan will let us stay connected to our work when traveling, breaking us free from the hold of constantly searching for free Wi-Fi.

In past articles, we’ve looked at T-Mobile and Google Fi’s assortment of international data plans. And while these were some of our favorites, it’s time for us to turn our focus to mobile giant AT&T’s international roaming options. And at first glance, you may be in for a bit of a disappointment.

AT&T doesn’t offer free international roaming outside of North America, and it’s international roaming options can get pricey quickly. So in this article, we’ll dive deep and take a look at all of AT&T’s different roaming options. We’ll start by looking at what options are available to you, and then end with a list of pros and cons.

Use the information presented in this article to see if AT&T is the right cell phone provider for you as an international traveler. And if you’re already an AT&T subscriber, you can use this information to avoid any billing surprises on your next trip abroad.

Let’s get started!

As discussed in the intro, there’s no free international roaming outside of North America included with any of AT&T’s post-paid cell phone plans.

Thankfully, though, there are 3 different ways you can use your AT&T mobile plan when you’re traveling abroad. One is paying per megabyte for data, and the other 2 options are roaming plans. We’ve outlined each and their respective pricing in the paragraphs below:

Pay Per Use International Data

The first option available to you is also the riskiest: paying per megabyte for international mobile data.

AT&T will let you use international mobile data at a rate of $2.05 per megabyte in most countries. Your exact usage is actually billed per kilobyte, so if you use 100.2 MB of data during your trip, you won’t be rounded up to 101 MB for billing purposes.

This is a very risky (and expensive) way to use international mobile data. For example, sending a 3 MB photo on WhatsApp would cost a whopping $6.15! Further, modern smartphones use a lot of data in the background — think automatic updates and fetching new email — so you could end up paying hundreds of dollars in extra charges just for keeping your cell phone turned on!

We highly recommend staying away from this option. It’s too risky to be deemed practical — especially when you consider how data-intensive even the most basic smartphone tasks are.

AT&T International Day Pass

Plan on using a lot of data during your trip? You may want to consider the International Day Plan .

This plan lets you continue using your AT&T plan abroad. If you have an unlimited plan at home, you can continue using this plan and your data allocation when traveling in 200+ countries. Plus, you also get unlimited texting, calling to the U.S., and calling to 100+ Day Pass countries.

This plan is charged at a rate of $10 per day on top of your existing AT&T plan. If you’d like to add multiple devices to this plan, you’ll be charged $5 each for additional devices. Thankfully, AT&T will only charge you for days you actually use, and there’s no minimum number of days you need to purchase. Plus, the maximum you’ll be charged is $100 per billing cycle. After the first 10 days charged at $10 each, you’ll be able to access the international plan free of charge for the remainder of the billing cycle.

These daily plans are charged per 24-hour period and don’t start until you’ve used data, sent or received a text, or made a call. So if your flight lands at 3:30 p.m. in London and you make a call at 4:00 p.m., your 24-hour period will expire at 4:00 pm the next day. This plan works in any of AT&T’s International Day Pass-supported countries, and you can use your plan in multiple countries without having to buy an additional pass.

Once you add International Day Pass to your AT&T account, you will be automatically charged you for a full day whenever you use your phone in a supported country. This means that you don’t need to enroll in the plan more than once — just set it and forget it.

Free International Roaming in Canada And Mexico

One quick thing to note: most AT&T post-paid plans include complimentary roaming in Canada and Mexico.

When roaming to these countries, you’ll simply use your voice, text, and data plan from home. According to AT&T’s website, your phone will work at full-speed when roaming in these countries (or until 22 GB on unlimited plans, then throttled speeds), so there’s no need to worry about being throttled just for traveling. You can even use mobile hotspot — something super helpful for those that want to work remotely when traveling within North America.

The following plans include North American roaming:

• Unlimited &More
• Unlimited &More premium
• Unlimited Choice
• Unlimited Choice Enhanced
• Unlimited Plus
• Unlimited Plus Enhanced

Further, a handful of plans include roaming in Mexico but not Canada:

• Mobile Share Advantage (10 GB or higher)
• Mobile Share Flex (10 GB or higher)
• Mobile Share Plus
• Mobile Share Value (15 GB or higher)

Other AT&T plans can add a special Roam North America plan to their account. The price of this plan is not published publicly, so you’ll have to call AT&T to receive a quote and have it added to your AT&T account.

Which AT&T Data Package is Right for You?

Now that you know what international plans AT&T offers, let’s help you pick which is best for you. Here’s a look at why you might pick 1 plan over another:

Stick with pay-per-megabyte roaming if you…

• Plan on keeping your phone in airplane mode or buying a local SIM card — it’s not worth risking a huge bill when you get home!

Sign up for the International Day Pass if you…

• Are on a short trip — $10 per day can add up quickly.
• Only plan on using data on certain days of your trip.
• Have a large U.S. data plan; remember, the data you use will be pulled from your standard data allowance.
• Need a plan to hold you over until you purchase a local SIM card.

How to Sign up for an International Data Package

Signing up for an AT&T international data plan is easy. You’ll be automatically enrolled in pay per megabyte — so the minute you land, you’ll start being charged for roaming.

On the other hand, an International Day Pass can be added from the myAT&T portal. Just head over to AT&T’s website , sign in, and head to this link.  You can remove an international plan from this page as well.

Hot Tip: You can call AT&T to have them disable the international data plan feature if you’d like. We actually recommend doing this so that you don’t end up with a massive bill for accidentally taking your phone out of airplane mode.

AT&T has a wide range of supported countries for its International Day Pass, but unfortunately, it’s not quite as extensive as T-Mobile or even Google Fi.

Some notable examples of countries not supported by International Day Pass include:

• French Polynesia
• Philippines
• United Arab Emirates
• A handful of others

You can view the entire list of supported countries for both plans on AT&T’s website . We recommend studying this list before you make a choice on what plan is right for you. After all, there’s nothing worse than landing in a new country and not having phone service to call an Uber!

Obviously, there are ups and downs to picking an AT&T international data plan over a competitor — unfortunately, though, we believe there are more downsides. To prove it, here’s a breakdown of the pros and cons of AT&T’s international data plans.

Don’t worry: we’ll bring these together in the Final Thoughts section, giving you a well-rounded look as to whether AT&T’s international data plans are right for you.

Pros of AT&T’s International Data Plans:

• 2 different options for international roaming, giving you flexibility in how you choose to roam
• Complimentary roaming in North America for most AT&T plans
• International Day Pass provides flexibility and peace of mind as it automatically re-enrolls when you use your phone abroad

Cons of AT&T’s International Data Plans:

• No complimentary international data like T-Mobile or Google Fi
• Limited roaming countries, especially on the International Day Pass plan
• Expensive pay-per-megabyte roaming
• International Day Pass can add up on long trips
• Not all plans include North American roaming

All in all, AT&T’s international data plans are not the best option for most travelers. For example, Google Fi’s Unlimited plan costs just $70 per month per line and includes unlimited high-speed international data. With AT&T, you’d pay a similar price for U.S. data and still have to buy an additional international plan.

Further, AT&T doesn’t have the global coverage that other carriers offer. And while AT&T does cover most of Asia and Europe, those traveling off the beaten path will eventually stumble upon a country where an AT&T plan won’t connect.

If you live in an area where AT&T is your only option for getting solid coverage, we recommend picking up one of AT&T’s two different international data plans when you do travel abroad. These will keep your international data bill manageable and ensure that you can stay connected no matter where you are in the world.

Long story short: we recommend strongly considering the competition before you settle on AT&T. You’ll likely find a better deal with more international coverage options.

Safe travels!

Frequently Asked Questions

Will my phone work when traveling abroad.

Thankfully, most modern smartphones are properly configured to work internationally. If you’re unsure, refer to your phone’s owner’s manual or call AT&T to check if your cell phone works outside of the U.S.

Can I call international numbers when in the U.S.?

Yes, you can call international numbers from the U.S. with your AT&T phone service. You can see international calling rates on AT&T’s website .

What is the best credit card for paying my AT&T bill?

There are a number of credit cards that offer bonus points and other benefits for paying your phone bill. To see these options, check out our full guide to the best credit cards for paying your cell phone bill.

What countries does AT&T support?

AT&T’s international data plans work in over 100 countries — but remember, certain countries are not supported. Check the full list of supported countries on AT&T’s website .

Can I bring my current smartphone if I switch to AT&T?

Yes, your phone may be eligible. Use this tool on AT&T’s website to see if your existing smartphone is AT&T-compatible.

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My Paradise Island hotel charges an astronomical fee for daily internet usage so I was considering purchasing an ATT International Day Pass (they charge only when you use it).

Does anyone know whether ATT's coverage in the area is good enough to actually use it for data?

BaTelCo (BTC)

2-way text messaging

GSM/GPRS 1900

or.......has anyone had experiences with either of these 2 MiFi companies?

https://www.xcomglobal.com/

http://pocketwifibahamas.com/book-now_mobile-wifi-hotspot_sim-card-bahamas_cell-phone/

Here's what I've learned so far:

All 3 companies (ATT, pocketwif and xcom global) use the same BTC towers so no company can claim faster speeds or better coverage.

ATT has 2 plans, both are priced per line:

1 is a 30 day international roaming at 3 different rates depending on what your needs are.

2nd is a per day passport that allows you to forgo roaming fees and treat your phone the way you do within the US using your current data plan.

Both of these options were considerably more than the MiFi options but don't require shipping of any device

_________________

PocketWifi limits to 1GB and charges an additional $20 for the data plan in addition to the daily fee

Xcom offers unlimited GB but encourages you "not to overdo it" or you speeds will slow down. Apparently, their data plan is included the daily rate.

Both encourage you to order at least 1 week before departure by offering "discounted" RT shipping. I believe both have a limit as to how many Mifi's they can allocate during a specific time pd as they ask you to enter your dates to figure out availability.

I have chosen XcomGlobal and I will post here about my experience on my return.

This topic has been closed to new posts due to inactivity.

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Yes, AT&T does work in the Bahamas, however, the network can be spotty at times and so can the coverage. Using AT&T International Day Pass or AT&T Passport to connect to social media while in the Bahamas is the best option.

Both international plans include the Bahamas.

Adding foreign roaming services online is a simple process. Consult this page’s list of international alternatives and follow the instructions. A number of alternatives are available from AT&T when it comes to obtaining wireless coverage while traveling abroad, such as the international day pass and cruise package options as well as pay as you go wireless service from AT&T.

In 19 Latin American nations, AT&T Unlimited PremiumSM comes with unlimited talk, text, and high-speed data.

Can You Use Your AT&T Phone In The Bahamas?

It’s possible to use your AT&T phone while on vacation in the Bahamas.

The best part of owning a phone is the freedom to go around the world without having to pay outrageous international roaming fees.

To save money while traveling to the Bahamas, many individuals opt to unlock their phones so they may use a local SIM card or an AT&T international roaming plan.

Your unique preferences and needs will dictate which choice you choose from the two available.

Using a Bahamas SIM card on an AT&T phone in the Bahamas requires the phone to be unlocked. If your phone is locked, you’ll need to contact AT&T customer support to get it unlocked. You can also sign up for one of the company’s three overseas plans that allow you to make and receive free calls and texts. It’s cheaper to use AT&T’s international roaming plans than to travel to the Bahamas without a phone service.

If you’re only in the Bahamas for a few days, renting a GSM phone and using a local SIM card is an option. Renting is far less expensive than acquiring a roaming plan for use outside of the country. Additionally, you may easily return the phone that comes with the local Bahamas SIM card after you’re done with it. Make sure you read and understand the fine print so that you know exactly how much data, texting, and phone calls cost.

Do Other Network Providers Work In The Bahamas?

The term “roaming” refers to the use of another network’s cellular towers by a cellular carrier. This enables a carrier to connect consumers who are only passing through areas that the carrier does not directly serve.

Carriers may, in the background, charge each other for any consumption while roaming on the other’s networks. Therefore, carriers often enforce certain roaming policies on their plans as a cost-saving measure.

Roaming can be classified as either domestic or international.

In terms of roaming outside of the United States, several US carrier plans distinguish between North American (Mexico and Canada) and International roaming (all other countries).

Major U.S. wireless providers consider roaming in the Bahamas to be international roaming for their customers.

All four major U.S. carriers provide international roaming services. Quality of service is not guaranteed, even if the carriers provide international plans or plan add-ons.

People who have tried to use their US-based insurance in the Bahamas have reported mixed results. The most common complaint about roaming on Bahamian towers is that it is slow and unreliable.

However, international roaming add-ons aren’t going to cut it for people who plan to stay in the Bahamas longer than a few days and require more data or higher speeds than what comes with a standard cellular package when using your home country’s network.

Knowing the exact terms of your US-based plan’s international roaming capabilities is critical to figuring out how much data you may use and how much it will cost you if you travel outside of the US.

Traveling outside of the United States while using a U.S. cell phone plan can rapidly become prohibitively expensive.

How Is The WiFi In The Bahamas?

Free Wi-Fi can be found at numerous restaurants, hotels, and lodges throughout the Bahamas. Consider utilizing a texting app like Whatsapp to communicate with loved ones and coworkers, and then using a VOIP software like Skype to make phone calls. In this method, you can eliminate all roaming expenses from your monthly account.

In the Bahamas, using free public Wi-Fi is an easy way to stay connected. This solution does not necessitate the acquisition of any extra hardware or any planning on your part. As in the United States, you can connect to the public Wi-Fi in the Bahamas with any of your current devices.

Most Bahamian towns and cities have at least one cafe, restaurant, or company that provides free or paid Wi-Fi. In order to encourage customers to use the free Wi-Fi, the Wi-Fi may be password protected to make it more probable that they will.

As part of your marina fee, you may be able to access Wi-Fi if you’ll be moored there.

A Wi-Fi extender on board can help you stay connected if your boat is too far from a Wi-Fi hotspot when you’re in a marina or tied out there.

If your Wi-Fi source is overcrowded or doesn’t give enough bandwidth to execute the activities you require, then no amount of hardware will help. The upstream connection is commonly the bottleneck when using Wi-Fi in smaller establishments.

Don’t be rude to other people who are connected to the same Wi-Fi network as you are. You should only stream video if the network manager has given you the go-ahead.

Please don’t be the one who makes it difficult for others to use the internet because there isn’t enough connectivity in some places. High-bandwidth activities will be extremely annoying in these areas.

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Keeping Connected in the Bahamas – A Cruiser’s Mobile Internet Guide

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Mobile Internet in The Bahamas

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Wi-Fi in the Bahamas

Most Bahamian towns and cities are home to at least one cafe, restaurant, or business that offers Wi-Fi either for free or for a fee. If the Wi-Fi is free, it is expected you will patronize that business - and the Wi-Fi will likely be password protected to help encourage you to do so.

If you're staying in a marina, the marina may also offer Wi-Fi for an additional fee, or it may even be included in your marina fee.

If you're in a marina or are anchored out near a Wi-Fi hotspot, having Wi-Fi extending gear on board can help improve your connectivity if your boat is too far from a Wi-Fi source.

It's important to know that no amount of gear will make any difference if the source of the Wi-Fi is overloaded or doesn't provide sufficient bandwidth to perform the tasks you desire. Very often it is the upstream connection itself that is very limited – especially when working with Wi-Fi at smaller businesses.

Be especially considerate of others sharing the same Wi-Fi network. Streaming video should only be attempted if you have explicit approval from the network manager.

Don't be the one who drags the internet to a crawl for everyone - in some areas, there just is not a lot of connectivity to go around. In these locations, high bandwidth activities will be very frustrating.

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Roaming on Cellular Data Plans

Behind the scenes, the carriers may charge each other for any usage while roaming onto each other's networks. As such, the carriers often manage their costs by enforcing specific roaming policies on their plans.

There are two main types of roaming - domestic and international.

When roaming internationally, many US carrier plans differentiate between North American (Mexico and Canada) roaming and International roaming (all other countries).

All of the major U.S. carriers consider roaming in the Bahamas to be International roaming.

While all of the major carriers do offer international roaming options via international plans or plan add-ons, quality of service - or service at all - is not guaranteed.

Most reports from those who have attempted to use their U.S. based plans in the Bahamas are not good. Roaming options are limited, and speeds are often quite slow. 

If you’re traveling for just a few days, international roaming on your native cellular plan might be an option. But for those spending lengthier periods in the Bahamas - and those who need larger amounts of mobile internet or speedier data - international roaming add-ons will likely not cut it.

It's very important to know the exact terms of your U.S. based plan's international roaming features so that you know how much data you will be able to use - and what the costs are - if attempting to use your U.S. based cellular plan. International roaming on U.S. based cellular plans can get pricey - quickly.

Data Saving Tips for Capped Plans

As noted above, most U.S. based plans that permit data roaming into other countries place data usage caps on the roaming portions of those plans. If you are purchasing a local SIM card to use in another country, you may also find yourself dealing with data caps. Satellite options also often have data caps.

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Landlines may be saved in California – for now. What this means for consumers nationwide

California utility regulators are proposing rejecting a request by AT&T to eliminate its responsibility to provide traditional landline phone service. That could have implications nationwide, a consumer advocate said.

Fewer telephone companies are offering basic landline phone service as the utilities say the copper-wire infrastructure is old and expensive to maintain, and the demand for landline phone service is low as consumers move to mobile and other services.

But consumer advocates nationwide have cried foul, saying basic landline service is important for the country's most vulnerable, including senior citizens who don't want to rely on cell service, consumers who can't afford cellular service and those in rural areas that may not have good access to cell or broadband internet services.

What happened in California?

Earlier this year, the California Public Utilities Commission opened public comments on an application by AT&T to waive its responsibilities to be what’s called “Carrier of Last Resort” (COLR), meaning the utility has to offer the copper-wire landline service. 

The utility and many of its peers have been petitioning state utility commissions and legislators, asking to be relieved of the task.

On Friday, Administrative Law Judge Thomas J. Glegola wrote a decision proposing that the California commission reject AT&T's waiver. The proposal will be voted on by the commission at its June 20 meeting. The judge also proposed that the commission look at the rules outlining the carrier of last resort service obligations.

In a press release announcing the upcoming vote, the commission said the public response to AT&T's request "was extensive with over 5,000 public comments received into the record and eight Public Forums held in-person in three cities and virtually across the state, drawing more than 5,800 attendees."

The proposed rejection "underscores the critical importance of ensuring universal access to essential telecommunications services for all Californians," the commission said in its statement. "As the designated COLR, AT&T plays a pivotal role in providing reliable telephone service to communities across the state."

The commission added that while the communications company said mobile wireless and other services could fill the void, "the CPUC found AT&T did not meet the requirements for COLR withdrawal. Specifically, AT&T failed to demonstrate the availability of replacement providers willing and able to serve as COLR, nor did AT&T prove that alternative providers met the COLR definition."

Public commenters also highlighted the unreliability of voice alternatives such as cell service or Voice Over Internet Protocol services (VoIp) which are internet phone providers, the commission said.

What is AT&T's response?

AT&T in a statement said it was disappointed in the proposed rejection. Competition for other more reliable phone alternatives is robust, said Marc Blakeman, president of AT&T California. Blakeman said there are less than 5% of households in California that AT&T serves who still use copper-based landline phone service.

“We are disappointed by the CPUC’s proposed dismissal of our application for relief from Carrier of Last Resort (COLR) regulation, as we’d hoped the commission would allow us the opportunity to demonstrate why the number of options for voice service available to customers make the COLR obligation unnecessary," Blakeman said.

Not surprisingly, Blakeman said, no providers were interested in bidding on the carrier of last resort service "with a declining number of customers given the competitive options available in today’s marketplace. We remain committed to keeping our customers connected to voice service and will continue working with state leaders on policies that allow us to bring modern communications to Californians.”

AT&T made the request in California for a waiver and has also lobbied successfully for legislative reform in 20 other states, which eliminated the utility’s requirement to provide traditional landline service.  

Blakeman said during climate disasters, when staying connected is essential, AT&T's fiber network is more reliable "than our outdated copper network" and that old copper cables take significantly longer to repair following weather events, in some cases taking weeks to dry due to damage from extensive rain and flooding.

Consumer advocates point to the need for electricity for most alternatives to traditional landlines and note that when there is no electricity, consumers can still use their landlines.

Is the proposed rejection expected to pass?

While the rejection is a proposal and still needs to be approved by the commission, Regina Costa, telecommunications policy director for The Utility Reform Network (TURN) in California, said she fully expects the board to approve it.

“What AT&T really wants is to stop providing essential telecom service to 99% of its service area, without providing a shred of evidence that there are real alternatives. This includes many areas threatened by wildfires, earthquakes, floods and power shutoffs," Costa said in a press release. "If AT&T gets its wish, it would significantly jeopardize public safety."

In an interview with USA TODAY, Costa, who is also chair of the telecommunications committee for the National Association of State Utility Consumer Advocates, said California's proposed rejection of the landline waiver is on top of a recent rejection in Utah for another utility to waive its obligation to provide landlines.

"I think it's very important for consumers nationwide,'' Costa said. "I think that would give other states the impetus to look at the same thing."

Loss of landlines? Phone companies want to eliminate traditional landlines. What's at stake and who loses?

When deregulation took place in telecom, the assumption was there would be lots of alternatives to landlines, she said.

"I think California and Utah are stepping up to the plate and saying no, we need to think about this carefully,'' she said. "We need to make sure that all of our people have service. How do you let the largest carrier in a state walk out the door and the markets that they want to abandon are the ones that are most at risk?"

Betty Lin-Fisher is a consumer reporter for USA TODAY. Reach her at [email protected] or follow her on X, Facebook or Instagram @blinfisher . Sign up for our free The Daily Money newsletter, which will include consumer news on Fridays, here.

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