International roaming charges can become expensive quickly, especially when mobile data continues running in the background while traveling.
Figabytes eSIMs are designed to help travelers stay connected using local or regional mobile networks instead of relying on expensive roaming services from their home carrier.
This guide explains how roaming charges happen and how to avoid them while using your Figabytes eSIM.
Roaming charges happen when your phone connects to mobile networks outside your home country using your primary SIM card.
These charges may apply to:
Even limited usage can sometimes result in high charges from your home carrier.
Figabytes eSIMs connect directly to supported local or regional networks.
This allows you to:
Once configured correctly, your Figabytes eSIM becomes the main source for mobile data during your trip.
Before or after arriving at your destination:
This helps prevent accidental roaming usage through your home carrier.
Your device should use the Figabytes eSIM for mobile data.
Make sure:
If another SIM remains selected for data, roaming charges may still occur.
Most travel eSIMs require roaming to connect to partner networks abroad.
For the Figabytes eSIM:
This roaming setting applies only to the Figabytes eSIM and is different from roaming on your primary SIM.
Some smartphones automatically switch data connections between SIMs.
To avoid accidental roaming:
This helps keep all mobile data routed through your Figabytes eSIM.
Yes.
You can continue using your primary SIM for:
Just make sure your Figabytes eSIM remains selected for mobile data.
To reduce the risk of unexpected charges:
If roaming charges still appear:
Using a Figabytes eSIM itself does not generate roaming charges from your primary carrier when configured correctly.
If you need assistance configuring your device to avoid roaming charges while traveling, visit Figabytes for additional support and guidance.