When the travel bug bites, it is very hard to not be excited! New sights, a whole different world, new cuisines to try out, authentic experiences – it all sounds so wonderful and splendid. Therefore, if you are so excited and looking forward to your next international trip, then why should you let something like mobile connectivity bother you? Simply choose an international SIM plan from Airtel and you will be worry-free.
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However, some people might tell you that a local tourist SIM could also do the same. The fact is things can be quite different. In this blog, we will explain how recharging your SIM with an international SIM plan is always a much better idea.
Which pack should you recharge while going abroad?
The Airtel international roaming (IR) packs are very resourceful. Airtel offers its IR packs in both short-term and long-term plans, as well as prepaid and postpaid versions. Therefore, whatever your need may be, all the bases will be covered.
Now, when you think of which Airtel internal pack should you choose – it all depends on you, at the end of the day. If you are going abroad for a short amount of time, then a short-term prepaid or postpaid pack would be just what you need. On the other hand, you could go for a long-term prepaid or postpaid pack in case you will be extending your stay on foreign shores. In addition, how much data you need, calling benefits and more – all these can play a deciding factor too.
It would certainly be best if you have a look at the plans that are on offer from Airtel. This will help you make a better decision.
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Airtel international roaming pack prepaid plans
| S.No | Roaming packs | Validity | Voice | Data | SMS | Additional Benefits |
| 1 | Rs.648 | 1 | 100 mins | 1GB | 10 | – |
| 2 | Rs.798 | 5 | 150 mins | 2GB | 20 | – |
| 3 | Rs.1098 | 10 | 200 mins | 3GB | 20 | – |
| 4 | Rs.2998 | 30 | 300 mins | 10GB | 100 | In-flight benefits : 250MB, 100mins outgoing calls, 100 outgoing SMS |
| 5 | Rs.4000 | 365 | 100 mins | 5GB | 100 | Pack benefits for India : 1.5GB/day, unlimited calls & 100 SMS/day |
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Airtel international roaming pack postpaid plans
| S.No | Roaming packs | Validity | Voice | Data | SMS | Additional Benefits |
| 1 | Rs.648 | 1 | 100 mins | Unlimited* | 10 | – |
| 2 | Rs.2999 | 10 | 100 mins/day | Unlimited* | 20 | – |
| 3 | Rs.3999 | 30 | 100 mins/day | Unlimited* | 20 | In-flight benefits : 250 MB, 100 mins outgoing calls, 100 outgoing SMS |
| 4 | Rs.5999 | 90 | 900 mins | Unlimited* | 100 | In-flight benefits : 250 MB, 100 mins outgoing calls, 100 outgoing SMS |
| 5 | Rs.14999 | 365 | 3000 mins | Unlimited* | 100 | In-flight benefits : 250 MB, 100 mins outgoing calls, 100 outgoing SMS |
How to recharge my Airtel IR pack?
Recharging your Airtel IR pack is quite effortless. Here are the steps:
- Download the Airtel Thanks app
- Go to ‘Manage’ page
- Press the International Roaming button
- Enter your destination country
- Select the pack
- Proceed with the recharge
You are now on the Airtel IR pack plan.
Why not go with local SIM or tourist SIM cards?
Here are some of the key reasons why a local tourist SIM card is often not the ideal solution:
- The benefits are not mentioned clearly. Which means that it could be an inconvenience for you later on.
- Pricing of local tourist SIM cards is not accurate always. You could be overpaying for a service.
- Network coverage could also be an issue. You might have to purchase multiple SIMs to travel across different nations.
- You will have a whole new number which has to be shared with everyone back home so that they can reach you.
- A local SIM card could be a huge safety issue as you need to share your visa, passport, and other documents with an unknown person to get your new SIM card.
- You will not have mobile connectivity if you have a layover at an airport
- If you are thinking of getting a local SIM, it would also mean no connectivity as soon as you land in a new country. You will somehow have to look for the nearest local SIM card provider first.
In short, getting a local SIM from the place you could end up being a troublesome experience. Rather, simply get an Airtel international recharge to get a streamlined experience.
Complete your international roaming pack with the Airtel Thanks mobile recharge app today!
