Airtel offers Free International Roaming on All Postpaid Plans

Announces launch of New Postpaid plans with added benefit of Free International Roaming, along with Unlimited Data, Fast Lane tech, safety features and entertainment

New Delhi, October 7, 2026: Bharti Airtel (“Airtel”), one of India’s leading telecommunications service providers, today announced the launch of new postpaid plans, with even more benefits built in. From October 8, 2026, customers can enjoy one international trip with free roaming every year with these new postpaid plans, along with all existing benefits.

The complimentary International Roaming pack offers 5GB of data, 60 minutes of calls, 25 outgoing SMS, and free incoming SMS, all valid for 5 days. Customers have complete flexibility to activate the 5-day pack at the exact time of their choice, making it easier to stay connected while travelling abroad. For customers on Airtel Postpaid family plans, the free International Roaming option is available for each and every family member who is part of the plan.

Free International Roaming is the latest addition to Airtel Postpaid plans which come with superior experience through Fast Lane technology, Unlimited Data, network-level protection against spam and fraudulent links. Customers can also enjoy a range of entertainment subscriptions and access to exclusive experiences through the Airtel Postpaid Advantage Club, including comedy shows, movie premieres and concerts.

Commenting on the launch, Amit Tripathi, Director – Market Operations, Bharti Airtel, said, “Postpaid for us is about delivering the best-in class experience in the Indian market. We have the best network experience in the country, on which we offer our postpaid customers Fast Lane technology on 5G, and constant Spam and frauds protection. What is more, we offer the customers the best value –through access to entertainment and services that enrich their everyday lives; and now Free International Roaming for them.We are determined to constantly raising the game for customers and give them more and more reasons to choose Airtel Postpaid.”

How can customers get the new plans?

Effective October 8, 2026, these postpaid plans are available for all customers opting for Airtel Postpaid. Existing Airtel customers (both on old postpaid plans or on prepaid) can easily upgrade to these plans through the Airtel App or by visiting the nearby Airtel Store. Non-Airtel customers can switch to Airtel Postpaid by raising a switching request to Airtel through the Airtel App or by visiting an Airtel store. 

The All-New Airtel Postpaid Plans

About Bharti Airtel:

Headquartered in India, Airtel is a global communications solutions provider with over 650 million customers in 15 countries across India and Africa. The company also has its presence in Bangladesh and Sri Lanka through its associate entities. The company is ranked second amongst mobile operators globally, and its networks cover over two billion people. Airtel is India’s largest integrated communications solutions provider and the second largest mobile operator in Africa. Airtel’s retail portfolio includes high-speed 4G/5G mobile, Wi-Fi (FTTH+ FWA) that promises speeds up to 1 Gbps with convergence across linear and on-demand entertainment, video streaming services, digital payments and financial services. For enterprise customers, Airtel offers a gamut of solutions that includes secure connectivity, cloud and data center services, cyber security, IoT, and cloud-based communication. Airtel’s digital arm – Xtelify, empowers telcos globally to leverage the power of AI, data and technology to accelerate their digital transformation and drive growth. Xtelify also offers Airtel Cloud in India enabling enterprises with a sovereign, telco-grade cloud platform that guarantees secure migration, effortless scaling, lower costs and no vendor lock- ins. Within its diversified portfolio, Airtel also offers passive infrastructure services through its subsidiary Indus Tower Ltd. For more details visit www.airtel.com