Using Your AT&T Phone Internationally

 Using Your AT&T Phone Internationally

Stay connected abroad with your AT&T phone! This guide will show you how to use your phone overseas, including checking compatibility, activating roaming, and using a local SIM card.

Will your phone work abroad?

• Visit AT&T's travel guide to see if your phone works in your destination country. [Travel Guide website]
• Alternatively, call AT&T International Customer Care at 1-800-331-0500.

Using AT&T roaming:

• Activate international roaming on your account by calling 1-800-331-0500, dialing 611 from your phone, or visiting an AT&T store.
• Review international roaming rates for your destination country. These include:
  • Per-text message fees
  • Per-kilobyte data charges (megabyte rates are also available)
• Consider an international rate plan for frequent travelers. Contact AT&T for details.

Making calls overseas:

• Dial the plus symbol (+) followed by the country code and phone number.
• For example, to call the US, dial +1 followed by the 10-digit number.

Using a local SIM card:

• Unlock your phone if it's eligible (AT&T can help). Requirements include:
  • 60+ days of active service
  • Up-to-date account payments
  • Compatible phone model
• Buy a prepaid SIM card upon arrival in your destination country. These are available at airports, department stores, and phone retailers.
• Replace your AT&T SIM card with the local SIM card to use local service.

Additional tips:

• Prepaid SIM cards often have better data rates than AT&T roaming.
• Unlocked phones can use SIM cards from any carrier.
• Consider data usage limits when using roaming to avoid high charges.