Asda Mobile roaming explained for international & EU countries

By Adrian Vincent - 30 Oct 2023, 18:07 Asda Mobile roaming - International roaming with Asda Mobile explained

With Asda Mobile, you can continue to roam in the EU and use your bundle allowance at no additional cost.

However, if your plan has a data allowance greater than 5GB, you cannot use more than 5GB of your allowance when roaming in the EU. If you go over this limit, you will be charged 10p / MB.

If you're on pay as you go, you'll be charged the standard UK rate for roaming in the EU, which is currently 10p / MB.

You can roam within 46 European destinations with Asda Mobile.

What’s the best Asda Mobile SIM Only plan for roaming?

All Asda Mobile SIM Only bundles include free EU roaming, allowing you to use your allowance at no additional cost up to 5GB.

You can find the cheapest Asda Mobile SIM Only deals by using our comparison tools. Asda Mobile SIMs will work with all phones, including the latest Samsung Galaxy S24 and Apple iPhone 15.

Asda Mobile EU roaming - after Brexit

Asda Mobile EU roaming - after Brexit

Currently, Asda Mobile do not have any plans to introduce EU roaming charges, despite Britain leaving the EU.

If you have a bundle, you can use your regular allowance up to the 5GB fair usage policy. If you go over your allowance, or the 5GB fair usage policy, you'll be charged 10p / MB. There are no limits on calls or texts.

If you’re on pay as you go, you'll only need to pay the standard UK rate when roaming in the EU, which is currently 10p per MB, 10p per text and 15p per minute.

You can roam within the following 46 European destinations when roaming with Asda Mobile:

  1. Aland Islands
  2. Austria
  3. Azores
  4. Balearic Islands
  5. Belgium
  6. Bulgaria
  7. Canary Islands
  8. Croatia
  9. Cyprus
  10. Czech Republic
  11. Denmark
  12. Estonia
  13. Finland
  14. France
  15. French Guiana
  16. Germany
  17. Gibraltar
  18. Greece
  19. Guadeloupe
  20. Guernsey
  21. Hungary
  22. Iceland
  23. Ireland
  24. Isle of Man
  25. Italy
  26. Jersey
  27. Latvia
  28. Lichtenstein
  29. Lithuania
  30. Luxembourg
  31. Madeira
  32. Malta
  33. Martinique
  34. Mayotte
  35. Netherlands
  36. Norway
  37. Poland
  38. Portugal
  39. Reunion
  40. Romania
  41. Slovakia
  42. Slovenia
  43. Spain
  44. St Barthelemy
  45. Sweden
  46. Vatican

Does Asda Mobile have a fair usage policy when roaming in the EU?

Asda Mobile roaming fair usage policy

If you’re roaming in the EU with Asda Mobile, you must adhere to the fair usage policy.

If your plan has a data allowance greater than 5GB, you cannot use more than 5GB per month when roaming in the EU. If you exceed this limit, you will be charged 10p / MB until your plan renews in the following month.

You will receive a text notification when you reach 80% of this limit.

Furthermore, you must be considered a UK resident. If you are outside the UK for the majority over a 4 month period, Asda Mobile may think you are no longer a UK resident. You may be asked to provide evidence, such as a recent bill, in order to prove you are still a UK resident.

If you continue to break the fair usage policy, Asda Mobile may begin charging you 10p per MB, minute and text.

Can I roam outside the EU with Asda Mobile?

You can roam in most countries outside the EU with Asda Mobile.

However, you won’t be able to use your regular allowance. Instead, you will be charged at an out of plan rate. These rates can vary depending on the country you are visiting. The table below shows the roaming rates for popular destinations.

Country Data Receive call Make Call Send text
USA 20p / MB 75p / min 75p / min 10p / text
Canada 20p / MB 75p / min 75p / min 10p / text
Australia 20p / MB 75p / min 75p / min 10p / text
New Zealand 20p / MB 75p / min 75p / min 10p / text

For rates in all countries, see roaming rates.

Will I get 5G when roaming with Asda Mobile?

Asda Mobile 5G roaming

5G is currently available in 4 countries when roaming in the EU with Asda Mobile:

Germany

  1. Achim
  2. Aldenhoven
  3. Altenberge
  4. Alzey
  5. Ammersbek
  6. Augsburg
  7. Bad Hersfeld
  8. Bad Münder am Deister
  9. Bad Oeynhausen
  10. Bad Wünnenberg
  11. Baunatal
  12. Bautzen
  13. Berlin
  14. Bernau bei Berlin
  15. Biederitz
  16. Bielefeld
  17. Birgland
  18. Birkenwerder
  19. Bitterfeld-Wolfen
  20. Blaustein
  21. Bochum
  22. Boizenburg/ Elbe
  23. Braunschweig
  24. Bremen
  25. Brilon
  26. Bruchsal
  27. Buch
  28. Bückeburg
  29. Büdelsdorf
  30. Celle
  31. Dortmund
  32. Dresden
  33. Dülmen
  34. Düsseldorf
  35. Eicklingen
  36. Eisenach
  37. Erfurt
  38. Eschborn
  39. Frankfurt am Main
  40. Fuldabrück
  41. Fuldatal
  42. Gdefr. Geb. (Lkr Roth)
  43. Geltendorf
  44. Gifhorn
  45. Greven
  46. Gronau (Westf.)
  47. Groß Godems
  48. Grünheide
  49. Güstrow
  50. Hamburg
  51. Harbke
  52. Haren (Ems)
  53. Harsum
  54. Hattstedt
  55. Heidenau
  56. Heroldstatt
  57. Hesel
  58. Heusweiler
  59. Hohenstein-Ernstthal
  60. Hoppegarten
  61. Hoyerswerda
  62. Kappeln
  63. Köln
  64. Königs Wusterhausen
  65. Lage
  66. Langenhagen
  67. Lehrte
  68. Leipzig
  69. Leuna
  70. Linthe
  71. Lohmar
  72. Ludwigsfelde
  73. Lüdersdorf
  74. Lünen
  75. Mainz
  76. Mellenthin
  77. Meppen
  78. Meschede
  79. Mindelheim
  80. Moritzburg
  81. Möhnesee
  82. Müncheberg
  83. Münster
  84. Neukirchen/Erzgeb.
  85. Neuruppin
  86. Nienburg (Weser)
  87. Nürnberg
  88. Oelde
  89. Offenbach am Main
  90. Olsberg
  91. Osnabrück
  92. Pellingen
  93. Petersberg
  94. Petershagen/Eggersdorf
  95. Potsdam
  96. Püttlingen
  97. Ratingen
  98. Rehfelde
  99. Rielasingen-Worblingen
  100. Rothenstein
  101. Saarbrücken
  102. Sandersdorf-Brehna
  103. Schkeuditz
  104. Schlettau
  105. Schmallenberg
  106. Schweich
  107. Schwentinental
  108. Schwerin
  109. Seehausen a.Staffelsee
  110. Seelow
  111. Seelze
  112. Simmern/Hunsrück
  113. Soest
  114. Stadthagen
  115. Stollberg/Erzgeb.
  116. Stuhr
  117. Südheide
  118. Torgelow
  119. Trierweiler
  120. Ulm
  121. Unna
  122. Wanzleben-Börde
  123. Wedemark
  124. Weimar
  125. Weissach
  126. Werne
  127. Westhausen
  128. Wilsdruff
  129. Wittenburg
  130. Wolfsburg
  131. Würselen

Italy

  1. Assago
  2. Bollate
  3. Bologna
  4. Bresso
  5. Carugate
  6. Cassina de' Pecchi
  7. Cinisello Balsamo
  8. Cologno Monzese
  9. Cusano Milanino
  10. Garbagnate Milanese
  11. Lainate
  12. Legnano
  13. Melegnano
  14. Milan
  15. Naples
  16. Novate Milanese
  17. Opera
  18. Parabiago
  19. Pessano con Bornago
  20. Pioltello
  21. Rho
  22. Rome
  23. Rozzano
  24. San Donato Milanese
  25. San Giorgio su Legnano
  26. San Giuliano Milanese
  27. Sedriano
  28. Segrate
  29. Senago
  30. Sesto San Giovanni
  31. Solaro
  32. Trezzano sul Naviglio
  33. Turin

Spain

  1. Alicante
  2. Badajoz
  3. Barcelona
  4. Benidorm
  5. Bilbao
  6. Gijón
  7. La Coruña
  8. Logroño
  9. Madrid
  10. Malaga
  11. Murcia
  12. Palma de Mallorca
  13. Pamplona
  14. San Sebastián
  15. Santander
  16. Seville
  17. Valencia
  18. Valladolid
  19. Vigo
  20. Vitoria
  21. Zaragoza

Ireland

  1. Cork
  2. Drogheda
  3. Dublin
  4. Dundalk
  5. Galway
  6. Limerick
  7. Swords
  8. Waterford

FAQs

Can I roam for free in the EU with Asda Mobile?

Yes, free EU roaming is available within 46 European destinations. If you have a bundle, there is a 5GB fair usage limit. If you're on pay as you go, you'll be charged the same UK rate, which is 10p / MB.

How can I setup my phone to roam with Asda Mobile?

Before roaming with Asda Mobile, you must enable roaming in your phone’s settings.

For Android users:

  1. Go to Settings
  2. Go to Connections -> Mobile networks -> Roaming
  3. Enable Data roaming

For iPhone users:

  1. Go to Settings
  2. Go to Mobile data -> Mobile Data Options
  3. Enable Data Roaming

Will I be charged if I go over my allowance when roaming with Asda Mobile?

Yes, if you're in the EU and roaming with Asda Mobile, and you go over your allowance or the 5GB fair usage policy, you will be charged 10p / MB until your plan renews during the following month.

Can I tether to another device when roaming with Asda Mobile?

Yes, you can tether to as many devices as you like when roaming with Asda Mobile. Any regular data limitations that apply when using your phone will also apply when tethering.