Telecom Lead India: Mobile operator Idea Cellular has offered up to 75 percent discount on international roaming to its postpaid subscribers for using both voice & data services.
Special International Roaming is available for users while traveling to any of the 37 most frequently visited countries in the world including UAE, USA, Singapore, UK, Thailand, China, Germany, France, Switzerland, Sri Lanka, Hong Kong, Italy, etc.
This offer is valid for voice, SMS and data usage for 30 days from the date of activation.
“Voice and data usage is integral for International roamers – both business as well as leisure travelers. Our latest offer will cater to them, while also offering seamless connectivity, using the same number, for those customers travelling overseas, thus making their stay more affordable and convenient. We are confident that the new offer will provide immense benefits to international roamers during the festive season,” said Sashi Shankar, chief marketing officer, Idea Cellular.
The applicable charges for those who subscribe to the packs are as follows:
iRoam Pack for Voice, Data & SMS
| Monthly Rental | Discount on existing Rate | Activation Keyword |
| Rs. 500 |
35 percent |
ACT<space>IR500 Sms to 12345 |
| Rs. 1,400 |
60 percent |
ACT<space>IR1400 Sms to 12345 |
| Rs. 5,000 |
75 percent |
ACT<space>IR5000 Sms to 12345 |
iRoam Data Pack
| Monthly Rental | Free Usage | Beyond Free Usage | Activation Keyword |
| Rs. 2500 |
40 MB |
75 percent Discount |
ACT<space>DR2500 Sms to 12345 |
Idea has also launched a special ‘iRoam’ pack for users travelling to the USA which offers discounts up to 90 percent on existing rates. As per the new offer, Idea users can roam in USA at these exciting rates given below. These special rates are applicable on AT&T US network.
iRoam USA Pack for Voice, Data & SMS
| Monthly Rental | Rate in Rs. | Activation Keyword | ||||
| Outgoing Local | Call Back Home/International | Incoming | SMS | Data/MB | ||
| Rs 1500 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 15 | ACT<space>US1500 Sms to 12345 |
The iRoam packs are applicable while roaming on Idea’s preferred network provider in the respective countries.
