We’ve put together an essential checklist to make your phone as useful and reliable on business or personal travel as it is when are in your home country, without costing you a fortune. We’ll also share some useful tips for getting the most out of your phone when abroad: from using Wi-Fi to save money to downloading maps so they’re available offline. So, let's get started and learn some very important things in this checklist that will make your phone usage abroad totally stress-free.
1. Forget roaming charges and get International SIM
First things first…roaming charges. We know, they are a big issue. International SIMs provide voice and data solutions for businesses. The offerings include local airtime with several global networks across many countries. With a notable international network portfolio major International SIM providers ensure providing the best international mobile solutions.
With Savincom International SIM cards, there is no reason to worry about costs because we ensure that you save a lot more on your roaming charges.
Why you should use Savincom International SIM?
- Save more on minutes and data worldwide
- Local international SIM cards available
- Fast internet speed
- Secure connection
- Sharing options available
- Flexible commitment options available: 1 to 24 months
2. Turn data roaming off if you're outside of the EU
- If you’re on pay-as-you-go, you’ll be charged the same per minute, per text and per megabyte of data rates as in the UK.
- If you’re on contract or a pay monthly plan, you can keep using your airtime bundle while you’re abroad.
3. Use SMS and VoIP instead of making normal calls
It’s not just mobile data that can cost when you’re abroad, calls and texts can also be a lot pricier. UK network providers charge you even when you receive a phone call if you’re abroad. However, receiving a text is free of charge. Use this to your advantage by asking your family and friends to text, not call. But try not to get into a full-blown text conversation as it can quickly add up.
Alternatively, connect to a WiFi hotspot to make a VoIP, or internet, call. Using FaceTime, WhatsApp, Skype or even Facebook Messenger to make a voice or video call, avoids your network provider’s per-minute rates on outgoing calls.
4. Use local WiFi as much as possible
Depending on the country you’re travelling to, you may have extensive access to free public-access WiFi hotspots or even be able to buy an allowance of local WiFi. If you do this, be sure to keep your mobile data switched off. Your phone will automatically switch to mobile data if the WiFi connection is choppy or drops off.
5.Locking your phone
Whether you use a numeric passcode or your fingerprint, setting up a lock on your phone is a good idea. This prevents any unauthorised person from unlocking your phone’s home screen, using your phone and gaining access to your sensitive information. This is very essential when you're travelling. In case your phone gets stolen and isn't secure.
6.Locking your SIM
While thieves may be unable to use your phone, they may still be able to take out your SIM and use it in another handset, leaving you footing the bill. Which is why you should also lock your SIM.
