Are you a Jio user who is travelling abroad from India?
Want 24*7 internet connectivity and network?
- To post your trip updates via pictures on Instagram anytime, anywhere
- To stay connected with friends and family via WhatsApp
- To get your bank SMS or OTP for conducting urgent financial transactions
Well, Jio offer a variety of international roaming plans that cater to both Prepaid and Postpaid users.
In this article, we’ll delve into Jio’s international roaming plans, how to activate them, and answer other common questions related to mobile connectivity abroad.
Jio International Roaming Plans
1. Global Pack
This plan is best for frequent travellers who need reliable 24/7 internet connectivity, affordable calls, and SMS services across multiple countries.
| Plan (Rs.) | Global Pack | Validity | Applicable Countries |
| 1,101 | Without Wi-Fi Calling International Roaming Usage: Rs. 933.05 ISD SMS: 5 Call, SMS & Data Rates – Country wise | 28 Days | 150+ Countries including Australia, Bahrain, Bhutan, Cambodia, Canada, China, France, Germany, Greece, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Italy, Japan, Kuwait, Malaysia, Maldives, Mauritius, Nepal, New Zealand, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Thailand, UAE, UK, USA, Vietnam etc Full 150+ Countries List |
| 1,102 | With Wi-Fi Calling International Roaming Usage: Rs. 933.05 ISD SMS: 5 Wi-Fi Calling Benefits; Incoming from any country – Rs 1/Min Outgoing to India – Rs 1/Min This is significantly cheaper than the without Wi-Fi calling option above. | 28 Days | 150+ Countries including Australia, Bahrain, Bhutan, Cambodia, Canada, China, France, Germany, Greece, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Italy, Japan, Kuwait, Malaysia, Maldives, Mauritius, Nepal, New Zealand, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Thailand, UAE, UK, USA, Vietnam etc Full 150+ Countries List |
2. Data Pack Only
This plan is best for short-term travellers needing high-speed data in multiple countries at an affordable rate.
| Plan (Rs.) | Data Pack | Validity | Applicable Countries |
| 999 | Mobile Data: 1 GB Data | 7 Days | 90 countries including Australia, Bahrain, Canada, France, Germany, Indonesia, Italy, Japan, Kuwait, Malaysia, Nepal, New Zealand, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Sri Lanka, Thailand, UAE, UK, USA, Vietnam etc. Full 90 Countries List |
| 2,999 | Mobile Data: 5 GB | 7 Days | 90 countries including Australia, Bahrain, Canada, France, Germany, Indonesia, Italy, Japan, Kuwait, Malaysia, Nepal, New Zealand, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Sri Lanka, Thailand, UAE, UK, USA, Vietnam etc. Full 90 Countries List |
| 4,499 | Mobile Data: 8 GB | 14 Days | 90 countries including Australia, Bahrain, Canada, France, Germany, Indonesia, Italy, Japan, Kuwait, Malaysia, Nepal, New Zealand, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Sri Lanka, Thailand, UAE, UK, USA, Vietnam etc. Full 90 Countries List |
| 5,899 | Mobile Data: 10 GB | 21 Days | 90 countries including Australia, Bahrain, Canada, France, Germany, Indonesia, Italy, Japan, Kuwait, Malaysia, Nepal, New Zealand, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Sri Lanka, Thailand, UAE, UK, USA, Vietnam etc. Full 90 Countries List |
3. Voice & Data Pack
This plan is best for travellers who need a balance of voice calls, data, and SMS for stays ranging from one day to a month across multiple countries.
| Plan (Rs.) | Voice & Data Pack | Validity | Applicable Countries |
| 499 | Outgoing calls to India and Local Calls (within foreign country): 100 mins Incoming Call: Free Mobile Data: 250 MB, after that unlimited at 64 kbps SMS: 100 | 1 Day | 32 countries including Australia, Canada, Germany, Indonesia, Malaysia, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Thailand, UAE, UK, USA, Vietnam etc. Full 32 Countries list |
| 1,499 | Outgoing calls to India and Local Calls (within foreign country) (including Wi-Fi caling): 150 mins Mobile Data: 1 GB, after that unlimited at 64 kbps SMS: 100 | 14 Days | 53 countries including Australia, Bahrain, Cambodia, Canada, China, France, Germany, Greece, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Italy, Japan, Kuwait, Malaysia, Nepal, New Zealand, Nigeria, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Turkey, UAE, UK, USA Vietnam Full 53 Countries List |
| 1,555 | Outgoing calls to India and Local Calls (within foreign country): 150 mins Mobile Data: 7 GB, after that unlimited at 64 kbps | 10 Days | US, Mexico & U.S. Virgin Islands |
| 2,555 | Outgoing calls to India and Local Calls (within foreign country): 250 mins Mobile Data: 15 GB, after that unlimited at 64 kbps | 21 Days | US, Mexico & U.S. Virgin Islands |
| 3,455 | Outgoing calls to India and Local Calls (within foreign country): 250 mins Mobile Data: 25 GB, after that unlimited at 64 kbps | 30 Days | US, Mexico & U.S. Virgin Islands |
4. Voice and Data Pack (With In-flight Benefits)
This plan is best for frequent flyers (business people, celebrities and other high-profile individuals) who need seamless connectivity both on the ground and during flights.
| Plan (Rs.) | Voice and Data Pack (With In-flight Benefits) | Validity | Applicable Countries |
| 2,499 | Outgoing calls to India and Local Calls (within foreign country): 100 mins per day Incoming Calls: Free Mobile Data: 250 MB per day, after that unlimited at 64 kbps SMS: 100 per day Inflight benefits: 100 mins Outgoing calls, 250 MB Data and 100 SMS *Incoming calls not allowed in flight, Incoming SMS Free Partner Airlines List | 10 Days | 35 countries including Australia, Canada, Germany, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Italy, Malaysia, New Zealand, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Turkey, UAE, UK, USA Vietnam Full 35 Countries List |
| 3,999 | Voice and Data Pack (With In-flight Benefits) Outgoing calls to India and Local Calls (within foreign country): 250 mins Incoming Calls: Free Mobile Data: 4 GB, after that unlimited at 64 kbps SMS: 100 Inflight benefits: 100 mins Outgoing calls, 250 MB Data and 100 SMS *Incoming calls not allowed in flight, Incoming SMS Free Partner Airlines List | 30 Days | 35 countries including Australia, Canada, Germany, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Italy, Malaysia, New Zealand, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Turkey, UAE, UK, USA Vietnam Full 35 Countries List |
| 4,999 | Voice and Data Pack (With In-flight Benefits) Outgoing calls to India and Local Calls (within foreign country): 1500 mins Incoming Calls: Free Mobile Data: 5 GB, after that unlimited at 64 kbps SMS: 1500 Inflight benefits: 100 mins Outgoing calls, 250 MB Data and 100 SMS *Incoming calls not allowed in flight, Incoming SMS Free Partner Airlines List | 30 Days | 35 countries including Australia, Canada, Germany, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Italy, Malaysia, New Zealand, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Turkey, UAE, UK, USA Vietnam Full 35 Countries List |
| 5,999 | Voice and Data Pack (With In-flight Benefits) Outgoing calls to India and Local Calls (within foreign country): 400 mins Incoming Calls: Free Mobile Data: 6 GB, after that unlimited at 64 kbps SMS: 500 Inflight benefits: 100 mins Outgoing calls, 250 MB Data and 100 SMS *Incoming calls not allowed in flight, Incoming SMS Free Partner Airlines List | 30 Days | 35 countries including Australia, Canada, Germany, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Italy, Malaysia, New Zealand, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Turkey, UAE, UK, USA Vietnam Full 35 Countries List |
5. Annual International Roaming Pack
This Jio International Roaming Pack for 1 year is best for long-term travellers or expatriates who need a consistent voice, data, and SMS services throughout the year.
| Plan (Rs.) | Annual International Roaming Pack | Validity | Applicable Countries |
| 2,799 | Outgoing calls to India and Local Calls (within foreign country) + Incoming Calls: 100 mins Mobile Data: 2 GB after that unlimited at 64 kbps SMS: 100 | 365 Days | 53 countries including Australia, Bahrain, Cambodia, Canada, China, France, Germany, Greece, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Italy, Japan, Kuwait, Malaysia, Nepal, New Zealand, Nigeria, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Turkey, UAE, UK, USA Vietnam Full 53 Countries List |
Steps To Activate Jio International Roaming
- Download MyJio App – iPhone, Android
- Open the app and tap on “Mobile” icon
- Scroll down to the area where “International Services” is shown
- Tap on International Activations
- Tap “Activate”
- You’ll see “Request for International Roaming” submitted successfully on your mobile screen.
- Thereafter simply recharge with an “International Roaming Pack” and you can use your mobile abroad to surf the web or make calls, SMS.
*To deactivate international roaming follow till step 4 and then tap on “Deactivate” at the bottom of your screen.
Recharging Jio SIM While Travelling Abroad
As long as you have an internet connection on your phone, you can simply use PhonePe or GPay app to recharge your Jio SIM.
They only require a PIN to use without any OTP hassles.
Select the required Jio plan and make the recharge via the UPI app of your choice.
Alternatively you can also visit the Jio website to make the recharge where UPI payment option is supported.
With a variety of options for both prepaid and postpaid users, an easy activation process, and extensive coverage, Jio ensures you can keep in touch with your world without any hassles
Choose the plan that best suits your needs and enjoy seamless connectivity on your next international trip.
Also Read: What Is The Best Way To Carry Cash When Travelling Abroad? 5 Forex Tips For You
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How long does it take to activate Jio International Roaming?
The process is immediate. First you’ve to ensure that you have enabled International Roaming via MyJio app. Then you can recharge for any of the valid international packs.
2. Is international roaming automatically activated?
No. International Roaming requires manual activation through the MyJio app and won’t be activated automatically.
3. Can Jio receive SMS while abroad without having any active international roaming packs?
Yes, if you have enabled International Roaming, you can receive SMS without having to purchase an international roaming pack. It is free to receive SMS when abroad.
4. What is Jio International Roaming Pack 1101?
It is a global pack designed for travellers which gives a balance of Rs 933.05 on recharge of Rs 1,101.
Using this balance, you can browse the internet, make calls,SMS while abroad. The tariffs for the same are give here – Call, SMS & Data Rates – Country wise.
5. Is there a Jio International Roaming pack for 1 year?
Yes, Jio offers an Annual International Roaming Pack for ₹2,799. Here are the key details:
- Plan Cost: ₹2,799
- Validity: 365 days (1 year)
- Usage:
Outgoing calls to India and local calls within the foreign country: 100 minutes
Incoming calls: 100 minutes
Mobile data: 2 GB, followed by unlimited data at 64 kbps
SMS: 100 messages - Coverage: Applicable in 53 countries, including Australia, Bahrain, Cambodia, Canada, China, France, Germany, Greece, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Italy, Japan, Kuwait, Malaysia, Nepal, New Zealand, Nigeria, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Turkey, UAE, UK, USA, Vietnam, and more.
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