{"id":348202,"date":"2026-07-23T17:32:04","date_gmt":"2026-07-23T10:32:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/esim.holafly.com\/?p=348202"},"modified":"2026-07-23T17:32:04","modified_gmt":"2026-07-23T10:32:04","slug":"optus-roaming-malaysia","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/esim.holafly.com\/en-au\/blog\/optus-roaming-malaysia\/","title":{"rendered":"Optus roaming in Malaysia: Charges and activation guide"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>If you are an Optus customer traveling to Malaysia, you can stay connected using your own SIM, as Malaysia is included in the Optus roaming zone 1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This guide will explain Optus roaming in Malaysia, <strong>including its $5 and $10 roaming passes and prepaid international roaming packs.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the end, if you would like more flexibility, Holafly\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/esim.holafly.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>travel eSIM<\/strong><\/a> <strong>offers<\/strong> <strong>unlimited data, reliable coverage in 200+ countries, 24\/7 customer support, and flexible plan durations.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n  <div class=\"sidebar-blog banners-blog-wide invert-banner\">\n    <div\n      class=\"sidebar-blog-widget text-color-white \"\n              style=\"background-color: #E12B57\" >\n      <div>\n                              <div class=\"illustration\">\n              <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/media.holafly.com\/sites\/1\/2024\/11\/lotus-CTA-illustration.svg\" alt=\"\">\n            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n      <div>\n                  <div class=\"title\">\n            <p>Avoid excessive roaming fees<\/p>\n          <\/div>\n                          <div class=\"description\">\n            <br \/>\nDon't get caught out by data roaming charges in Malaysia. Use local networks at local rates.<br \/>\n          <\/div>\n                                              <button class=\"btn-primary-l cta-primary\">\n              <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/esim.holafly.com\/esim-malaysia\/\">Buy Holafly Malaysia eSIM<\/a>            <\/button>\n                                <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n  \n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">In this article<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" 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href=\"https:\/\/esim.holafly.com\/en-au\/blog\/optus-roaming-malaysia\/#What-is-the-Optus-roaming-country-zone-for-Malaysia\" >What is the Optus roaming country zone for Malaysia?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/esim.holafly.com\/en-au\/blog\/optus-roaming-malaysia\/#Optus-postpaid-roaming-pass-for-Malaysia\" >Optus postpaid roaming pass for Malaysia<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/esim.holafly.com\/en-au\/blog\/optus-roaming-malaysia\/#Optus-prepaid-international-roaming-packs-for-Malaysia\" >Optus prepaid international roaming packs for Malaysia<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/esim.holafly.com\/en-au\/blog\/optus-roaming-malaysia\/#Optus-roaming-Malaysia-pay-as-you-go-charges\" >Optus roaming Malaysia pay-as-you-go charges&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/esim.holafly.com\/en-au\/blog\/optus-roaming-malaysia\/#How-to-activate-Optus-roaming-for-Malaysia\" >How to activate Optus roaming for Malaysia<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/esim.holafly.com\/en-au\/blog\/optus-roaming-malaysia\/#Stay-connected-in-Malaysia-with-Holafly\" >Stay connected in Malaysia with Holafly<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What-is-the-Optus-roaming-country-zone-for-Malaysia\"><\/span>What is the Optus roaming country zone for Malaysia?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Malaysia is an eligible country in Optus Roaming Zone 1<\/strong>, offering <a href=\"https:\/\/esim.holafly.com\/roaming\/optus-international-roaming\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Optus international roaming<\/strong><\/a><strong>.<\/strong> So, when you land in Malaysia, you can use your SIM without having to purchase a <a href=\"https:\/\/esim.holafly.com\/sim-card\/malaysia-sim-card\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Malaysian SIM card<\/strong><\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In Malaysia, Optus roaming usually connects automatically to one of the major Malaysian networks, <strong>such as Maxis, CelcomDigi, or U Mobile<\/strong>, depending on coverage in your area.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Optus-postpaid-roaming-pass-for-Malaysia\"><\/span>Optus postpaid roaming pass for Malaysia<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Two roaming options are available for Optus postpaid customers: $5 and $10 daily passes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Optus $5 Roaming Pass for Malaysia<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Optus $5 roaming pass is a daily plan that <strong>includes 5 GB of data and unlimited talk and text for $5 per day.<\/strong> It is only available on specific Optus plans, including Optus Choice Plus, Optus Plus Family, Optus Plus Promo, Optus Choice Plus Data, Optus Plus Kids, Business Choice Plus, Business Choice Data Plus, Business Teams Plus, and Qantas plans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>How it works:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Price<\/strong>: $5 per 24 hours (charged only on days used).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Data:<\/strong> 5 GB per day.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Call and SMS:<\/strong> Unlimited.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This plan activates automatically when you start using roaming in Malaysia, and only charges for the days you use roaming. So, <strong>if you use Optus roaming in Malaysia for one week, $40 will be added to your bill.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Optus $10 Roaming Pass for Malaysia<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are on older postpaid plans like Non-Choice Plus plans, you will be eligible for the Optus $10 roaming pass, <strong>which includes 1 GB of data, unlimited talk, and unlimited text<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>How it works:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Price<\/strong>: $10 per 24 hours.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Data<\/strong>: 1 GB.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Call and SMS:<\/strong> Unlimited.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The $10 roaming pass also charges for the days you use roaming in Malaysia. <strong>If you use up your 1 GB of data within a single day, an extra 1 GB will be automatically added for an additional $10.<\/strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can use our <a href=\"https:\/\/esim.holafly.com\/tools\/data-usage-calculator\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>data usage calculator<\/strong><\/a> to estimate your daily data usage and avoid extra charges during your trip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/media.holafly.com\/sites\/1\/2026\/04\/Optus-roaming-in-Malaysia-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"Optus $10 Roaming Pass for Malaysia\" class=\"wp-image-348206\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media.holafly.com\/sites\/1\/2026\/04\/Optus-roaming-in-Malaysia-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/media.holafly.com\/sites\/1\/2026\/04\/Optus-roaming-in-Malaysia-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/media.holafly.com\/sites\/1\/2026\/04\/Optus-roaming-in-Malaysia-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/media.holafly.com\/sites\/1\/2026\/04\/Optus-roaming-in-Malaysia-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/media.holafly.com\/sites\/1\/2026\/04\/Optus-roaming-in-Malaysia.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Discover all the details of the Optus $10 Roaming Pass for Malaysia on the official website.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Optus-prepaid-international-roaming-packs-for-Malaysia\"><\/span>Optus prepaid international roaming packs for Malaysia<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are an Optus prepaid customer, you need to purchase an international roaming pack before your trip to avoid high standard roaming charges. Optus offers different roaming packs based on the duration of your stay.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Pack Type<\/th><th>Duration<\/th><th>Included Data<\/th><th>Standard Talk<\/th><th>Standard SMS<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>$5 International Roaming<\/td><td>1 Day<\/td><td>1 GB<\/td><td>25 Mins<\/td><td>50 SMS<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>$25 International Roaming<\/td><td>14 Days<\/td><td>5 GB<\/td><td>50 Mins<\/td><td>50 SMS<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>$45 International Roaming<\/td><td>28 Days<\/td><td>10 GB<\/td><td>100 Mins<\/td><td>100 SMS<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>$75 International Roaming<\/td><td>186 Days<\/td><td>15 GB<\/td><td>100 Mins<\/td><td>100 SMS<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If you run out of data or other inclusions on your roaming pack before it expires, <strong>you can use the Optus app to recharge or purchase another pack. <\/strong>So, make sure to have the latest version of the app before starting your trip.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Optus-roaming-Malaysia-pay-as-you-go-charges\"><\/span>Optus roaming Malaysia pay-as-you-go charges&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you don\u2019t activate your daily plans or forget to purchase a roaming pack, you will be charged at standard roaming rates, which can get very expensive, especially if you are a frequent data user.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Postpaid standard roaming rates<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Postpaid customers should activate their daily plans before their trip. Otherwise, the pay-as-you-go rates will apply, which include:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Talk:<\/strong> $1.50 per minute of making or receiving talk.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>SMS:<\/strong> $0.50 per text.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Data:<\/strong> $1.00 per MB.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Note:<\/strong> Just a few minutes of using Google Maps and scrolling Instagram during a day can easily use around 100 MB of data, which could cost about $100. So, if you are not eligible to use Optus roaming passes, purchasing a travel <a href=\"https:\/\/esim.holafly.com\/how-to\/what-is-esim\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>eSIM<\/strong><\/a><strong> <\/strong>can be a more affordable option.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Prepaid standard roaming rates<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you don\u2019t purchase roaming packs, the standard PAYG rates can drain your credits very quickly.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It includes:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Talk:<\/strong> $1.00 per minute.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>SMS:<\/strong> $0.50 per text.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Data:<\/strong> $0.50 per MB.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Note<\/strong>: At $0.50 per MB, even small activities, like downloading a few photos or automatic app updates, could easily use 100 MB of data, which can cost around $50 in one day. Always purchase a roaming pack to <a href=\"https:\/\/esim.holafly.com\/roaming\/how-to-avoid-roaming-charges\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>avoid roaming charges<\/strong><\/a> during your trip.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How-to-activate-Optus-roaming-for-Malaysia\"><\/span>How to activate Optus roaming for Malaysia<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Both postpaid and prepaid customers can use the My Optus app to activate Optus roaming for Malaysia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Postpaid users<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>To activate the roaming pass:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Open the <strong>My Optus app and select your mobile service.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Go to <strong>Settings &gt; International Roaming.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Turn <strong>international roaming<\/strong> on.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Check whether you are eligible for the $5 or $10 Daily Roaming Pass.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Prepaid users<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>To purchase an international roaming pack:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Open the My Optus app.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tap <strong>Add-ons.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Select <strong>International Roaming Packs.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Choose the pack and duration you want.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Without the app (prepaid only)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you don\u2019t have access to the My Optus app, you can purchase a roaming pack using SMS:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Send \u201cMENU\u201d by SMS to 9999.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reply with the number for \u201cAdd-ons\u201d or \u201cRoaming\u201d.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Follow the prompts to purchase your roaming pack.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Final steps for both<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Before you leave Australia, make sure roaming is turned on in the app.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Upon arrival in Malaysia, make sure Data Roaming is enabled in your phone&#8217;s settings.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/media.holafly.com\/sites\/1\/2026\/04\/Holafly-Malaysia-eSIM-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"Holafly Malaysia eSIM\" class=\"wp-image-348207\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media.holafly.com\/sites\/1\/2026\/04\/Holafly-Malaysia-eSIM-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/media.holafly.com\/sites\/1\/2026\/04\/Holafly-Malaysia-eSIM-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/media.holafly.com\/sites\/1\/2026\/04\/Holafly-Malaysia-eSIM-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/media.holafly.com\/sites\/1\/2026\/04\/Holafly-Malaysia-eSIM-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/media.holafly.com\/sites\/1\/2026\/04\/Holafly-Malaysia-eSIM.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Get your Malaysia eSIM with unlimited data and enjoy a fast checkout on the Holafly app.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Stay-connected-in-Malaysia-with-Holafly\"><\/span>Stay connected in Malaysia with Holafly<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you search for a more flexible option without data limits, <a href=\"https:\/\/esim.holafly.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Holafly<\/strong><\/a> <strong>offers unlimited data, reliable coverage, flexible plans, and 24\/7 customer support <\/strong>ready to help you stay connected during your trip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/esim.holafly.com\/esim-malaysia\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Holafly Malaysia eSIM<\/strong><\/a> plans range <strong>from AU$5.90 to $2.43\/day<\/strong>,<strong> with plans getting cheaper as the plan duration increases.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re a frequent traveler or planning to spend extended time abroad, <a href=\"https:\/\/esim.holafly.com\/plans\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Holafly Plans<\/strong><\/a><strong> <\/strong>offers a monthly eSIM subscription, with <strong>coverage in 170+ destinations<\/strong>. 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