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Vodafone AU roaming in Canada: Charges and how to activate
Learn about Vodafone roaming in Canada, including its $5 roaming plan for postpaid customers and international roaming add-ons for prepaid customers.
As a Vodafone customer in Australia traveling to Canada, you can continue using your existing SIM card with Vodafone roaming in Canada instead of buying a local one.
This guide explains all you need to know about the Vodafone roaming plans and packs for Canada, including Vodafone $5 roaming and international roaming add-ons.
In the end, if you need an alternative to Vodafone with more flexible plans, consider Holafly travel eSIM, with unlimited data, reliable coverage in 200+ destinations, and 24/7 customer support.
Avoid excessive roaming fees
Don't get caught out by data roaming charges in Canada. Use local networks at local rates.
Is Canada included in Vodafone AU roaming?
Yes, Vodafone AU international roaming is available in Canada for eligible customers, as the country is eligible for Vodafone $5 roaming.
So, upon your arrival in Canada, you can turn on your phone and use roaming on your existing SIM card. There will be no need to purchase a Canadian SIM card.
When in Canada, Vodafone will connect to the local partner networks, including Rogers and Telus.
Vodafone AU $5 Roaming for Canada
Vodafone $5 roaming is a daily plan available on the eligible Vodafone Infinite, Plus Plan, or Vodafone Infinite plans. Using this plan, you can consume your standard domestic data allowance, standard calls, and SMS.
The $5 charge only applies on days you actually use data, make or receive a call, or send an SMS overseas.
How it works:
- Price: $5 per day
- Includes: Use of your standard domestic data allowance, standard calls, and SMS according to your plan.
- Duration: up to 90 days per calendar year
- Important note: If you use all of your included data while roaming, Vodafone automatically adds an extra 1 GB for another $5, which you will pay on your monthly bill.
Vodafone AU prepaid international roaming add-on for Canada
There is no $5 roaming plan for prepaid customers. They must purchase an international roaming add-on. Otherwise, they will be charged at standard pay-as-you-go rates, which can drain their credits quickly.
They can choose from three packs:
| Price | Duration | Data | Standard Talk | Standard SMS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $5 | 1-Day plan | 1 GB | 100 Min (incoming and outgoing) | 100 international texts |
| $15 | 3-Day plan | 3 GB | 150 Min (incoming and outgoing) | 150 international texts |
| $35 | 7-Day plan | 7 GB | 350 Min (incoming and outgoing) | 250 international texts |
If you use up the data or other inclusions on the international roaming add-on, you can use the My Vodafone app to purchase or recharge the pack. Use our data usage calculator to estimate your daily usage and find out how much data you need for your trip.
Vodafone AU pay-as-you-go roaming rates for Canada
If you haven’t purchased an international roaming add-on or activated your roaming plan, the standard PAYG rates apply.
Standard PAYG rates for Vodafone AU postpaid customers
The postpaid customers who don’t have an active roaming plan will be charged for roaming at the following costs:
- Data: $1 per MB
- Calls: $1 per minute
- SMS: $0.75 per message
Warning: At $1 per MB rates, even short use of data-heavy apps like Snapchat or Instagram can cost over $100. If you want to frequently use mobile internet in Canada, purchasing an eSIM can be a more cost-effective option.
Standard PAYG rates for Vodafone AU prepaid customers
Prepaid customers are charged from their credit at PAYG rates for roaming. Without available credit, you won’t be able to use the roaming service in Canada and should connect to the Wi-Fi to use the internet. The charges are the same as for postpaid customers:
- Data: $1 per MB
- Calls: $1 per minute
- SMS: $0.75 per message
Warning: If you are a heavy data user and would like to explore social media like Instagram or Facebook during your trip, the $1 per MB rates can drain your credits very quickly. Always purchase an international roaming add-on before your trip.
How to activate Vodafone AU international roaming for Canada
Both postpaid and prepaid users can activate roaming for Canada using the My Vodafone app.
Postpaid users
You can activate your Vodafone $5 roaming by following these steps:
- Log in to the My Vodafone app.
- Check your plan to see if it supports $5 Roaming.
- Enable International Roaming.
Prepaid users
You can purchase an international roaming add-on by following these steps:
- Log in to the My Vodafone app.
- Choose your roaming pack on Extras/ Add-ons.
- Enable International Roaming.
If you don’t have access to the app:
- Send a text to 1511 with the code (ROAM1, ROAM3, ROAM7) to purchase an international roaming pack.
Note: To have internet access, all users must turn on data roaming on their phones upon arrival.
Stay connected in Canada with Holafly
It’s convenient to use Vodafone roaming in Canada, but it might get expensive for some users. If you are looking for a more cost-effective alternative to Vodafone, you can consider Holafly eSIM with unlimited data, flexible plan durations, reliable coverage, and 24/7 customer support.
The Holafly Canada eSIM daily plans range from AU$11 to $5.03/day, depending on the duration of your plan.
If you are a frequent traveler or a digital nomad with a plan to visit another country after Canada, Holafly plans offers a monthly subscription for long-term use with coverage in 170+ destinations with a single eSIM.
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Disclaimer: The data in this article is accurate as of April 14, 2026, and is subject to change.
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