International Call Costs by UK Network
International Call Costs by UK Network
International calls from a UK mobile are charged at premium per-minute rates that vary by network and destination. This guide breaks down the costs for EE, Vodafone, O2 and Three so you can compare prices and find the best deal for calling abroad.
EE International Rates
| Destination | Call Rate (per min) | Text Rate |
|---|---|---|
| USA / Canada | £1.00 | 50p |
| France | £1.00 | 50p |
| Germany | £1.00 | 50p |
| Spain | £1.00 | 50p |
| Italy | £1.00 | 50p |
| Australia | £1.50 | 50p |
| India | £1.50 | 50p |
| Rest of World | Up to £3.00 | Up to £1.00 |
EE offers "Add to Plan" international bolt-ons that bundle minutes to popular destinations at a reduced monthly cost. These are well worth considering if you call abroad regularly.
Vodafone International Rates
| Destination | Standard Rate | With Bolt-On |
|---|---|---|
| Europe (France, Germany, Spain, Italy) | £1.00–£1.50/min | From 65p/min |
| USA / Canada | £1.00/min | From 65p/min |
| Australia | £1.50/min | From £1.00/min |
| India | £1.50/min | From £1.00/min |
| Rest of World | £1.00–£3.00/min | Varies |
Vodafone's international add-ons can significantly reduce per-minute rates, especially for European and North American destinations.
O2 International Rates
| Destination | Standard Rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Europe | £1.00–£1.50/min | O2 International Bolt-On available |
| USA / Canada | £1.00/min | O2 International Bolt-On available |
| Australia | £1.50/min | — |
| India | £1.50–£2.00/min | — |
| Rest of World | £1.00–£3.00/min | Rates vary by country |
O2 offers an International Bolt-On that bundles minutes to selected destinations. Check O2's website or contact customer services for current pricing.
Three International Rates
| Destination | Standard Rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Go Roam Destinations | May be included | Check your plan's Go Roam list |
| Europe | £1.00–£1.50/min | — |
| USA / Canada | £1.00/min | Often included in Go Roam |
| Rest of World | £1.00–£3.00/min | — |
Three's Go Roam feature includes calls and texts to certain destinations at no extra cost on eligible plans. Check whether your destination is covered before dialling.
Receiving International Calls in the UK
On all UK networks, receiving a call from abroad while you are in the UK is completely free. Only the person making the call is charged. This applies regardless of where the caller is located.
How to Reduce International Call Costs
- Add an international bolt-on to your plan if you call abroad regularly.
- Use VoIP apps like WhatsApp, Microsoft Teams or Zoom for voice calls over WiFi or data.
- Compare networks — if you make frequent international calls, choose a network with competitive rates to your most-called destinations.
- Monitor your usage — set a spend cap to avoid bill shock from unexpected international charges.
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