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May 7, 2026
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Call Minutes Roaming in the USA

  • May 7, 2026
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How can I use phone call minutes in the USA. I have already purchased a roaming beyond for my data.

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    Owethu M
    iD Mobile Employee
    iD Mobile Employee
    May 7, 2026

    Hi ​@allibg55

     

    Thank you for getting in touch, and I’m sorry for any confusion around this.

     

    With iD Mobile, the Roaming Beyond add-on is data-only, which means it does not include any voice call minutes or SMS allowances for use in the USA.

     

    📞 Using calls in the USA

    Unfortunately, we do not currently offer a roaming add-on for traditional UK-style call minutes while abroad. So standard mobile calls and texts in the USA are charged separately if used.

     

    💬 Alternative option (recommended)

    You can still make and receive calls using your data allowance through apps such as:

    • WhatsApp
    • FaceTime Audio
    • Messenger
    • Skype

    These will use your roaming data rather than traditional call minutes, so they are often the most cost-effective option while abroad.

     

    Please make sure that bill CAP is set to £0.

    Owethu