How to Enable Airtel Roaming When Traveling Abroad (2025 Guide)
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| How to Enable Airtel Roaming When Traveling Abroad (2025 Guide) |
Traveling outside Nigeria? Learn how to activate Airtel international roaming in 2025, supported countries, costs, and how to stay connected without switching SIMs.
Why You Need Airtel Roaming Abroad
When traveling internationally in 2025, activating Airtel Roaming lets you:
- Use your Nigerian Airtel SIM abroad
- Receive calls & SMS without changing numbers
- Browse the internet with data bundles
- Use WhatsApp, bank OTPs, and more while roaming
Airtel's roaming service is active in over 150 countries and works automatically when configured correctly.
Requirements for Airtel Roaming to Work in 2025
To enable Airtel roaming, make sure:
- Your Airtel SIM is registered and active
- You have roaming enabled on your line
- You are in a country with Airtel roaming partners
- Your phone is unlocked and supports global network bands
- You have enough airtime or a valid roaming bundle
How to Activate Airtel Roaming (Step-by-Step)
Step 1: Activate Roaming on Airtel Line
Send:
ROAM ON
to 499 via SMS.
You’ll receive a confirmation message. This step enables roaming for calls, SMS, and data.
Note: This can be done while you're still in Nigeria.
Step 2: Buy Airtel Roaming Bundle (Optional but Recommended)
To avoid high charges, activate a roaming data or voice bundle.
Dial:
*785#
Or via the Airtel Thanks App > Roaming section.
Common roaming bundles:
| Bundle Type | Price (₦) | Validity | Benefits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Voice Roaming Pack | ₦500 | 7 Days | 25 Mins Incoming/Outgoing |
| Data Roaming Pack | ₦2000 | 7 Days | 200MB Data |
| Combo Pack | ₦3500 | 14 Days | Data + Voice + SMS Combo |
For updated bundles:
Airtel Roaming Plans – Official Page
Step 3: Enable Roaming in Your Phone Settings
On Android:
Settings > Network & Internet > Mobile Network > Roaming > Enable
On iPhone:
Settings > Cellular > Cellular Data Options > Data Roaming > Turn On
List of Countries Where Airtel Roaming Works in 2025
Airtel Nigeria has partnerships in over 150+ countries, including:
- 🇬🇧 UK – O2, Vodafone
- 🇺🇸 USA – T-Mobile, AT&T
- 🇦🇪 UAE – Etisalat, Du
- 🇨🇳 China – China Mobile
- 🇿🇦 South Africa – MTN, Vodacom
- 🇰🇪 Kenya – Safaricom
- 🇮🇳 India – Airtel India
Check full list here:
Airtel Roaming Coverage
Tips to Save Money on Airtel Roaming
- Buy bundles before travel – cheaper than pay-as-you-go
- Use Wi-Fi where available
- Turn off auto-updates and background data
- Prefer WhatsApp over direct calls
- Track usage via Airtel Thanks App
Troubleshooting Airtel Roaming Issues
- No signal abroad? → Restart your phone and manually select a local network.
- Still not working? → Dial +2348021500121 (Airtel roaming support) or message @airtel_care on Twitter.
With Airtel’s international roaming service, you can stay connected while abroad without changing your SIM. Just activate it via SMS, grab a roaming bundle, and turn on data roaming in your device settings.
Travel smart, stay online — the Airtel way.
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