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Dodo international roaming: Rates and activation
Learn how Dodo international roaming works. Discover roaming rates, activation steps, and how to avoid surprise charges while abroad.
Dodo Mobile is an Australian mobile service provider that operates on the Optus 4G network. If you’re travelling overseas with a Dodo SIM, understanding how international roaming works is essential.
In this guide, you’ll learn how to activate Dodo international roaming, where it works, and what it costs when using your phone outside Australia.
We’ll also introduce Holafly’s international eSIM as a flexible Dodo alternative for unlimited data with no roaming fees or daily limits.
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Does Dodo have international roaming?
Yes, Dodo eSIM for Australia offers international roaming through a daily roaming pack model, where charges only apply on days you use your phone overseas.
Roaming is not included by default in Dodo’s prepaid or postpaid plans, and you must activate it manually.
Dodo international roaming countries
Dodo international roaming is available in 100+ countries, making it possible to stay connected across many popular travel destinations. However, coverage and network quality can vary by location, so it’s important to check the supported list before you go.
Here’s the current list of eligible Dodo roaming countries:
| Afghanistan, Albania, Anguilla, Antigua, Argentina, Armenia, Aruba, Austria, Azerbaijan, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Barbuda, Belarus, Belgium, Bermuda, Bolivia, Bonaire, Bosnia, Botswana, Brazil, British Virgin Islands, Brunei, Bulgaria, Burkina Faso, Cambodia, Cameroon, Canada, Chile, China, Colombia, Cook Islands, Costa Rica, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Egypt, El Salvador, Estonia, Faroe Islands, Fiji, Finland, France, French Guiana, Georgia, Germany, Greece, Greenland, Guam, Guernsey, Herzegovina, Hong Kong, Hungary, Iceland, India, Indonesia, Ireland, Isle of Man, Israel, Italy, Japan, Jersey, Jordan, Kazakhstan, South Korea, Kuwait, Kyrgyzstan, Laos, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Macau, Macedonia, Malaysia, Malta, Mexico, Moldova, Montenegro, Myanmar, Nepal, Netherlands, New Caledonia, New Zealand, Nicaragua, Nigeria, Norway, Oman, Pakistan, Palestine, Panama, Papua New Guinea, Peru, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Puerto Rico, Qatar, Romania, Russia, Samoa, Serbia, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, Solomon Islands, South Africa, Spain, Sri Lanka, Sweden, Switzerland, Tahiti (French Polynesia), Taiwan, Tajikistan, Thailand, Timor-Leste, Tonga, Trinidad, Tobago, Turkey, Uganda, Ukraine, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, Uruguay, USA, Vanuatu, Vietnam |
Dodo international roaming plan and rates
Dodo international roaming works through a AUD $10 Daily Roaming Pack, which gives you access to data, calls, and SMS in eligible countries.
Here’s how the Dodo international roaming pack works:
- You pay AUD $10 for 1GB of data per day, plus unlimited calls and SMS.
- You’re only charged on days you use your service. Charges apply when Dodo detects usage in an eligible roaming country.
- Incoming SMS is free, which is useful for verification codes and account alerts.
- If you use your full 1GB allowance before midnight (local time), an additional AUD $10 charge applies for another 1GB.
- You’ll receive usage alerts at 50%, 85%, and 100% of your daily data allowance.
- A maximum of 10 Daily Roaming Packs (AUD $100) can be charged in a single day. Roaming is automatically disabled after this limit and must be re-enabled via MyDodo.
You can turn international roaming on or off at any time by logging into your MyDodo account, giving you control over when charges apply.
How to activate roaming in Dodo
To use Dodo international roaming, you need to manually enable it through your online MyDodo account.
Here’s how to activate Dodo international roaming:
- Log in to your MyDodo account on the Dodo website
- Go to your dashboard or the “My Services” tab
- Select your active mobile plan
- Click “International Roaming”, then select “Enable”
Note: You won’t be charged until your device connects to a roaming partner and initiates usage. Receiving SMS is free, making this feature useful for getting bank codes or ride-hailing app verifications while abroad.
How to use international roaming with Dodo
Once you’ve activated international roaming in your MyDodo account, follow these steps to use your service abroad:
- Enable data roaming in your phone’s settings:
- On iPhone: Settings → Mobile Data → Mobile Data Options → Data Roaming
- On Android: Settings → Network & Internet → Mobile Network → Data Roaming
- Monitor your usage via your MyDodo account while travelling
How to avoid Dodo roaming charges while overseas
To stay in control of your costs and avoid roaming charges when travelling, try these tips:
- Monitor your data usage through your MyDodo account on the Dodo website
- Turn off background apps and automatic updates that may consume data without you realising
- Use WiFi for apps that use the most mobile data
- Enable airplane mode when you’re not actively using your device
- Consider a Holafly travel eSIM with unlimited data to skip daily roaming charges altogether.
Even casual use can quickly burn through your daily allowance; 1GB of data for AUD $10 doesn’t go far when just 30 minutes of HD video or a short scroll through social media can use it up.
That’s why it’s important to apply the tips above and manage your usage carefully, especially if you’re travelling for more than a few days. Otherwise, you could easily trigger multiple AUD $10 charges in a single day.
Holafly eSIM: An alternative to Dodo international roaming
If you’re looking for a more flexible way to stay connected abroad, a Holafly eSIM could be exactly what you need. Instead of juggling daily packs or watching your data limit, you get unlimited access in 200+ Holafly destinations.
Planning a quick trip? Daily plans start at just AUD $5.90, perfect for weekend getaways. Staying longer? Monthly Holafly Plans give you more value for extended travel or working remotely.
Here’s why you should consider Holafly:
- Unlimited data with transparent pricing
- Coverage in over 200+ destinations, including Australia, the US, Europe, and Asia
- 24/7 multilingual customer support
- Hotspot sharing and tethering support
- Instant activation via QR code with no SIM swap needed
Wherever your trip takes you, Holafly keeps you connected with unlimited data, clear pricing, and zero roaming stress, so you can focus on the journey, not your signal.
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Disclaimer: The data in this article is accurate as of January 26th, 2026, and is subject to change.
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