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How much does Vodafone UK roaming cost in Canada?
Planning a trip to Canada with your Vodafone UK plan? Learn all you need to know about the roaming costs and the best available alternatives.
Planning a trip to Canada from the UK soon? If you’re using Vodafone, you can connect to mobile internet by enabling data roaming. However, it’s often one of the most expensive ways to stay connected when travelling.
Follow along to learn all about Vodafone’s data roaming prices when using your phone abroad, as well as other options for staying connected in Canada.
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How much does Vodafone roaming cost in Canada?
The Vodafone roaming costs in Canada depend on the type of plan you have and when you first bought your plan.
For plans bought before 11 August 2021, the roaming costs £6 per day, which includes 25 GB of data, calls, and messages. For plans bought after 11 August 2021, the price is £7.39 per day for the same package.
It’s worth noting that the minutes included in this price only apply to international calls from Canada to the UK, with an extra cost for calls to the rest of the world.
What if I have a Vodafone Global Roam plan?
If you take on international travel frequently, Vodafone’s Global Roam plans may have caught your eye. These plans allow Vodafone customers to use regular UK allowance of data, calls, and messages in 83 countries for no additional fee. Canada is included in these 83 countries, so you won’t get any unexpected roaming charges with this plan.
There are several different Global Roam plans available, with the main difference being the data allowance on offer. Remember that while the Global Roam plan includes free international roaming to Canada, it is more expensive than regular plans. This means that the plan is only a sensible choice if you travel abroad frequently.
How do I activate Vodafone roaming in Canada?
You’ll have to activate data roaming through your phone’s settings in order for it to work. The process for doing so varies depending on your device and operating system.
iOS
- Go to Settings.
- Open the Mobile Service settings.
- Tap on your Vodafone SIM profile.
- Toggle the Data Roaming option to activate data roaming services.
Android
- Go to Settings.
- Open the Connections settings menu.
- Tap the Mobile Networks option.
- Toggle the Data Roaming option to activate data roaming services.
This process can be slightly different depending on the model and software on your Android device.
With the data roaming activated, you can fine-tune the roaming settings on your Vodafone app if needed.
What if I don’t use any mobile data, calls, or SMS for a day?
Vodafone won’t charge you anything if you don’t use its services. However, as soon as you start using mobile data, making calls, or sending messages from abroad, Vodafone will activate the daily roaming plan that lasts 24 hours.
It won’t renew automatically after the 24 hours pass, so you’ll only be charged again after using the services.
Roaming costs for other countries
If you’re planning to travel to other countries, it’s worth knowing that the roaming charges differ depending on the country you’re visiting. The countries are split into four zones: A, B, C, and D.
- Zone A includes the Republic of Ireland, Norway, Iceland, and the Isle of Man. There are no additional roaming fees in zone A countries.
- Zone B includes 47 different European countries, with a daily roaming fee of £2.42.
- Zone C includes a further 32 countries worldwide and has a fee of £7.39 daily.
- Zone D has a total of 73 countries, with the same daily fee of £7.39.
The key difference between zones C and D is that zone C is included in the Global Roam plans, while zone D isn’t. Roaming usage fees for any countries not included in these zones are calculated individually.
Other options for mobile internet in Canada
Vodafone’s data roaming isn’t your only option for mobile internet in Canada. In fact, eSIMs offer a cheaper alternative for anyone without Vodafone’s Global Roam plan.
Holafly eSIM for Canada
Other than being cheaper than Vodafone’s roaming service, Holafly offers unlimited data with all of its plans. This means that you don’t have to monitor your mobile data usage and can enjoy your stay in Canada with peace of mind.
The plans start at $7.90 USD (~£6.29) for a 1-day plan, with value for money increasing with longer plans. Depending on the duration of your plan, you can get Holafly’s eSIM for Canada for as little as $3.21/day (~£2.56/day).
Unlike Vodafone’s roaming service, Holafly is tailored for travelling and includes things like up to 500 MB of data sharing daily, 24/7 customer support, and dedicated mobile apps that make the service quick and easy to use.
If you are travelling to other countries, consider Holafly’s North America eSIM plan which provides coverage in Canada, the United States, and Mexico with a single eSIM. Or the Global eSIM, which has coverage in 113 countries. The plan will automatically connect you to a local network after crossing the border, so you won’t have to worry about any input on your end.
Prepaid SIM cards
Don’t have an eSIM-compatible phone? Prepaid SIM cards offer another solid alternative when travelling abroad. Local companies like Rogers, Telus, and Bell all offer prepaid cards and you can buy them at most airports and even larger stores throughout the country.
To use them, simply pop the physical SIM card into the slot on your phone and you should be connected immediately. That said, unless you have a dual SIM phone, this means removing your regular SIM card, so no one will be able to reach your regular number while using the prepaid SIM.
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