Telstra roaming: what is included, what it costs, and when an eSIM is cheaper
Of the 24 destinations we track, 0 are included with a Telstra plan. Everywhere else, here is what data costs, country by country, against today’s cheapest eSIM.
Included destinations
0
of 24 tracked
Charged separately
24
destinations outside every plan
eSIM for 7 days
$9.00
from, depending on the destination
The most popular destinations with Telstra
For each country: what your Telstra plan includes, what it costs, and the cheapest eSIM, priced on the photo.
Where data is included with Telstra
The 24 destinations we track, sorted by your Telstra plan.
24
Always extra
No plan includes them: a pass or the pay-as-you-go rate, shown country by country.
Telstra abroad: our analysis
Across the 24 destinations we track, from Telstra’s rate sheet and today’s eSIM prices.
Telstra against eSIMs
Telstra charges in AUD, while the cheapest eSIMs are mostly priced in another currency: we convert nothing.
Against other Australian carriers
Destinations included in at least one plan, out of the 24 we track:
- OptusOptus0 / 24
- TelstraTelstra0 / 24
- Vodafone AustraliaVodafone Australia0 / 24
Without a pass
Without a pass and outside included zones, Telstra usually charges A$3.00/MB: 100 MB comes to A$300.00.
Country by country
The Telstra rate and the cheapest eSIM for 7 days of everyday use.
| Destination | Included with | Otherwise | eSIM for 7 days from | The offer |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Canada | — | A$10.00/day | $12.99 | See the plan |
 China | — | A$10.00/day | $13.00 | See the plan |
 Egypt | — | A$10.00/day | $12.99 | See the plan |
 France | — | A$10.00/day | $12.99 | See the plan |
 Greece | — | A$10.00/day | $10.00 | See the plan |
 Iceland | — | A$3.00/MB | $11.00 | See the plan |
 India | — | A$10.00/day | $12.99 | See the plan |
 Indonesia | — | A$10.00/day | $12.99 | See the plan |
 Italy | — | A$10.00/day | $10.00 | See the plan |
 Japan | — | A$10.00/day | $12.99 | See the plan |
 Mexico | — | A$10.00/day | $15.50 | See the plan |
 Morocco | — | A$3.00/MB | $12.99 | See the plan |
 New Zealand | — | A$5.00/day | $12.99 | See the plan |
 Peru | — | A$10.00/day | €18.99 | See the plan |
 Portugal | — | A$10.00/day | $9.00 | See the plan |
 Singapore | — | A$10.00/day | $11.00 | See the plan |
 South Korea | — | A$10.00/day | $12.99 | See the plan |
 Spain | — | A$10.00/day | $9.79 | See the plan |
 Thailand | — | A$10.00/day | $9.50 | See the plan |
 Turkey | — | A$10.00/day | $12.99 | See the plan |
 United Arab Emirates | — | A$10.00/day | $16.00 | See the plan |
 United Kingdom | — | A$10.00/day | $9.79 | See the plan |
 United States | — | A$10.00/day | $12.99 | See the plan |
 Vietnam | — | A$10.00/day | $10.90 | See the plan |
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Telstra travel offers
As the official price guide describes them.
| Offer | Price | What it includes |
|---|---|---|
| International Roaming Day Pass - Zone 1 | A$5.00/day | 2GB of data per day, unlimited standard calls and SMS to standard numbers from eligible destinations (handset plans only). |
| International Roaming Day Pass - Zone 2 | A$10.00/day | 2GB of data per day, unlimited standard calls and SMS to standard numbers from eligible destinations (handset plans only). |
| International Roaming Day Pass - Zone 3 | A$10.00/day | No data; unlimited standard calls and SMS. |
| International Roaming Data Top-Up | 2GB of extra roaming data, valid for 31 days. | |
| Pay-As-You-Go international roaming | A$3.00/MB | Data AUD 3 per MB; SMS AUD 0.75 per message; voice per minute varies by country (for example Morocco AUD 5.00, Iceland AUD 5.00, Japan AUD 3.00, United Kingdom AUD 2.00). |
| Pre-Paid International Roaming Pack - 3 Day Travel Pack | A$10.00 for 3 days | 400MB of data, 15 SMS or MMS, 15 minutes of calls (incoming and outgoing). |
| Pre-Paid International Roaming Pack - 7 Day Travel Pack | A$15.00 for 7 days | 2GB of data, 25 SMS or MMS, 25 minutes of calls (incoming and outgoing). |
| Pre-Paid International Roaming Pack - 14 Day Travel Pack | A$25.00 for 14 days | 4GB of data, 50 SMS or MMS, 50 minutes of calls (incoming and outgoing). |
Telstra abroad: your questions
Answered from the Telstra price guide and today’s prices.
Which countries are included with Telstra?
None of the 24 destinations we track is included in an Telstra plan.
How much does data abroad cost with Telstra?
Outside your plan, a week of everyday use (6 GB) costs from A$35.00 (New Zealand) to A$70.00 (Vietnam) with Telstra’s best offer.
Which Telstra pass should I get for a week?
Most often 3 × 7 Day Travel Pack, 2GB, 25 SMS/MMS, 25 min: it is the best one-week offer in 14 of 22 destinations.
Telstra or an eSIM: which is cheaper?
Telstra charges in AUD, while the cheapest eSIMs are mostly priced in another currency: we convert nothing.
What does Telstra charge for data without a pass?
Without a pass and outside included zones, Telstra usually charges A$3.00/MB: 100 MB comes to A$300.00.
Which Australian carrier includes the most destinations?
Optus: 0; Telstra: 0; Vodafone Australia: 0, out of the 24 destinations we track.
How do I avoid roaming charges abroad?
Use a travel eSIM for data and turn off data roaming on your Telstra line. You keep your number for calls and texts.
Can I keep my Telstra number with an eSIM?
Yes, on an eSIM-compatible phone: your Telstra line stays on for calls and texts while the eSIM carries the data.