Roaming charges can add up quickly when traveling internationally. Figabytes eSIMs are designed to help you stay connected without paying expensive roaming fees from your home carrier.
This guide explains how roaming charges happen and what to do to avoid them when using a Figabytes eSIM.
What Are Roaming Charges?
Roaming charges occur when your device connects to mobile networks outside your home country using your primary SIM card. These fees are often higher and can apply to:
Mobile data
Calls and messages
Background app usage
Even short usage can result in unexpected charges.
How Figabytes Helps You Avoid Roaming Charges
Figabytes eSIMs connect you directly to local or regional networks, allowing you to:
Use mobile data without your home carrier’s roaming fees
Pay upfront for a fixed data plan
Control usage and avoid bill shocks
Once set up correctly, your Figabytes eSIM replaces roaming data usage.
Steps to Avoid Roaming Charges
1. Turn Off Data Roaming on Your Primary SIM
Before or after arrival:
Go to your device settings
Disable Data Roaming for your primary (home) SIM
This prevents accidental roaming usage.
2. Set Figabytes as Your Mobile Data Line
Make sure your device is using the Figabytes eSIM for mobile data:
Select Figabytes as the active data line
Confirm mobile data is turned on for the eSIM
3. Enable Data Roaming on the Figabytes eSIM
For most international eSIMs:
Data roaming must be ON for the Figabytes eSIM
This allows it to connect to supported local networks
4. Disable Mobile Data Switching (If Available)
Some devices automatically switch between SIMs:
Turn off mobile data switching
This ensures data doesn’t fall back to your primary SIM
Can I Keep My Primary SIM Active?
Yes.
You can keep your primary SIM active for:
Calls
SMS
Two-factor authentication
Just make sure mobile data is routed through the Figabytes eSIM.
Additional Tips to Prevent Extra Charges
Turn off background app refresh if needed
Monitor data usage regularly
Avoid enabling data on multiple SIMs at once
Check device settings after software updates
What If I Still See Roaming Charges?
If you notice roaming charges:
Confirm which SIM is set for mobile data
Double-check data roaming settings
Contact your home carrier for billing clarification
Figabytes eSIM usage itself does not generate roaming charges from your home carrier.
Need Help Setting Things Up?
If you need help configuring your device to avoid roaming charges, the Figabytes support team is here to help you stay connected with confidence.
