Vodafone roaming: what is included, what it costs, and when an eSIM is cheaper
Of the 24 destinations we track, 12 are included with a Vodafone plan. Everywhere else, here is what data costs, country by country, against today’s cheapest eSIM.
Rates checked on October 21, 2026 in the official price guide
Included destinations
12
of 24 tracked
Charged separately
12
destinations outside every plan
eSIM for 7 days
$9.00
from, depending on the destination
The most popular destinations with Vodafone
For each country: what your Vodafone plan includes, what it costs, and the cheapest eSIM, priced on the photo.
Where data is included with Vodafone
The 24 destinations we track, sorted by your Vodafone plan.
11
Depends on the plan
Included with Global Roam, Euro Roam, and any plan taken before 11 August 2021; otherwise, a pass or the pay-as-you-go rate, shown country by country.
Vodafone abroad: our analysis
Across the 24 destinations we track, from Vodafone’s rate sheet and today’s eSIM prices.
Vodafone against eSIMs
Vodafone charges in GBP, while the cheapest eSIMs are mostly priced in another currency: we convert nothing.
Against other UK carriers
Destinations included in at least one plan, out of the 24 we track:
- ThreeThree24 / 24
- EEEE21 / 24
- O2O221 / 24
- VodafoneVodafone12 / 24
- giffgaffgiffgaff6 / 6
Country by country
The Vodafone rate and the cheapest eSIM for 7 days of everyday use.
| Destination | Included with | Otherwise | eSIM for 7 days from | The offer |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Australia | Global Roam | £8.00/day | $12.00 | See the plan |
 Canada | Global Roam | £8.00/day | $12.99 | See the plan |
 China | — | £8.00/day | $13.00 | See the plan |
 Egypt | — | £8.00/day | $12.99 | See the plan |
 France | Euro Roam, Global Roam, and any plan taken before 11 August 2021 | £2.75/day | $12.99 | See the plan |
 Greece | Euro Roam, Global Roam, and any plan taken before 11 August 2021 | £2.75/day | $10.00 | See the plan |
 Iceland | all Pay monthly plans | — | $11.00 | See the plan |
 India | — | £8.00/day | $12.99 | See the plan |
 Indonesia | — | £8.00/day | $12.99 | See the plan |
 Italy | Euro Roam, Global Roam, and any plan taken before 11 August 2021 | £2.75/day | $10.00 | See the plan |
 Japan | — | £8.00/day | $12.99 | See the plan |
 Mexico | Global Roam | £8.00/day | $15.50 | See the plan |
 Morocco | — | £8.00/day | $12.99 | See the plan |
 New Zealand | Global Roam | £8.00/day | $12.99 | See the plan |
 Peru | — | £8.00/day | €18.99 | See the plan |
 Portugal | Euro Roam, Global Roam, and any plan taken before 11 August 2021 | £2.75/day | $9.00 | See the plan |
 Singapore | — | £8.00/day | $11.00 | See the plan |
 South Korea | — | £8.00/day | $12.99 | See the plan |
 Spain | Euro Roam, Global Roam, and any plan taken before 11 August 2021 | £2.75/day | $9.79 | See the plan |
 Thailand | — | £8.00/day | $9.50 | See the plan |
 Turkey | Global Roam | £8.00/day | $12.99 | See the plan |
 United Arab Emirates | — | £8.00/day | $16.00 | See the plan |
 United States | Global Roam | £8.00/day | $12.99 | See the plan |
 Vietnam | — | £8.00/day | $10.90 | See the plan |
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Vodafone travel offers
As the official price guide describes them.
| Offer | Price | What it includes |
|---|---|---|
| Zone A roaming included (Republic of Ireland, Isle of Man, Iceland, Norway) | UK plan allowance | |
| Euro Roam (inclusive roaming in Zones A + B) | UK plan allowance up to 25GB/month | |
| Global Roam (inclusive roaming in Zones A + B + C) | UK plan allowance up to 25GB/month | |
| Daily roaming charge – Zone B (Europe) | £2.75/day | UK plan allowance (calls, texts, up to 25GB) |
| Daily roaming charge – Zones C and D (worldwide) | £8.00/day | UK plan allowance (calls, texts, up to 25GB) |
| 8-day European Roaming pass | UK plan allowance | |
| 15-day European Roaming pass | UK plan allowance | |
| Pay as you go – standard rates outside the Europe zone | £0.12/MB | Billed per MB from your credit |
| Pay as you go Plus – 8-day Europe Data Extra | 3GB | |
| Pay as you go Plus – 8-day Europe Extra | 3GB + 100 minutes + 200 texts | |
| Pay as you go Plus – 8-day Around the World Data Extra | 2GB | |
| Pay as you go Plus – 8-day Around the World Extra | 2GB + 100 minutes + 100 texts | |
| Pay as you go Plus – 15-day Around the World Extra | 4GB + 200 minutes + 200 texts | |
| Pay as you go Plus – 8-day Rest of the World Data Extra | 150MB | |
| Pay as you go Plus – 8-day Rest of the World Extra | 150MB + 25 minutes + 150 texts |
Vodafone abroad: your questions
Answered from the Vodafone price guide and today’s prices.
Which countries are included with Vodafone?
In every plan: Iceland; depending on the plan: Australia, Canada, France, Greece, Italy, Mexico, New Zealand, Portugal, Spain, Turkey, and United States.
How much does data abroad cost with Vodafone?
Outside your plan, a week of everyday use (6 GB) costs from £16.00 (Spain) to £56.00 (Vietnam) with Vodafone’s best offer.
Which Vodafone pass should I get for a week?
Most often 7 × Daily roaming charge Zone D: it is the best one-week offer in 12 of 23 destinations.
Vodafone or an eSIM: which is cheaper?
Vodafone charges in GBP, while the cheapest eSIMs are mostly priced in another currency: we convert nothing.
Which UK carrier includes the most destinations?
Three: 24; EE: 21; O2: 21; Vodafone: 12; giffgaff: 6, 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 Vodafone line. You keep your number for calls and texts.
Can I keep my Vodafone number with an eSIM?
Yes, on an eSIM-compatible phone: your Vodafone line stays on for calls and texts while the eSIM carries the data.