Can I use my Australian iPhone in Europe?

Well, the short answer is, yes you can! There are lots of ways you can use your mobile overseas; by purchasing a pre-paid SIM before you leave, picking up a local one at your destination, or simply turning off that sneaky roaming data button and using the available WiFi instead.

Will a phone bought in Australia work in the UK?

If your phone’s locked to your home network in Australia, it won’t work in the UK (and it won’t work on any other network anywhere in the world). If your cell phone is network locked, all you need to do is contact your phone provider or click on these handy links to unlock your Telstra device or Vodafone device.

Can I buy an iPhone abroad and use it in the UK?

Apple lists various iPhone models, all of which will work in both the UK and the US. So yes, a US-bought iPhone will work in the UK – provided it isn’t locked to a US network. Be sure to buy a SIM-free version if you do buy abroad.

Are Australian iPhones locked?

And unlike in the US where locked phones are widespread, most phones sold in Australia these days are unlocked – with the exception of phones sold with prepaid plans. This is good news, because having an unlocked phone means you can switch to another telco if you’re getting bad service or have found a better deal.

Can I use my Australian phone in Europe?

Australian phone networks work on GSM technology. This is the standard in most countries around the world, so your phone should work in significant parts of Europe and Asia, in the US, UK, and New Zealand.

Will EU version phones work in Australia?

As Amo says, yes the phone will work. Our mobile network frequencies are the same. Your usual provider may have a good roaming plan, like Three from the UK. Otherwise you should get a local sim card at the airport.

Will an overseas phone work in Australia?

International phones shipped to Australia frequently come from countries like Hong Kong that use power connectors incompatible with Australian outlets. This means the charger that comes packed in with your phone isn’t going to work out of the box.

Will a locked iPhone work overseas?

Locked v Unlocked Phones (aka how a US iPhone works overseas) When a phone is “locked,” it essentially means it will only operate with the carrier through which you have a contract. Carriers do this so you won’t jump ship and start using another carrier.

Can I buy an iPhone overseas and use it in Australia?

So the answer is – yes, an iPhone purchased in America should work in Australia, if it’s one of the later models. The more recent iPhone versions (beginning with the 5 series) work over a very wide range of frequencies, making them compatible with networks in almost all countries.

Can you use an Australian phone overseas?

Australian telco providers all offer roaming packs which makes it possible for travellers to use their own number and data allowance in other countries. Telstra and Optus both offer $10/day roaming packages, which include 200MB and 100MB daily data respectively and unlimited talk and text.

How do I use my Australian mobile phone overseas?

Here are some tips to try and keep your bill low while using your mobile phone or tablet overseas:

1. buy a local SIM card at your destination.
2. buy a prepaid roaming SIM card before you go.
3. use free Wi-Fi where possible — but remember to protect your mobile devices, as not all public networks are secure.

Will my locked Australian phone work in the UK?

If your phone’s locked to your home network in Australia, it won’t work in the UK (and it won’t work on any other network anywhere in the world). So how do I get my phone unlocked?

Is it possible to buy an iPhone from another country?

On balance it would appear that, whilst it is possible, to buy an iPhone from a foreign country, it might not be the best option. Pros. It is possible to buy an iPhone cheaper internationally. If the model you buy matches your network it will work.

Is the iPhone 6 Plus available in the UK?

In the UK Apple used to sell the A1586 iPhone 6 and the A1524 iPhone 6 Plus. Those same models were for sale in the USA for use with networks C Spire, Sprint and US Cellular. There is no point boring you with all the technical details but suffice it to say that different models were made for different networks and different bands.

Can I use my UK SIM card in Australia?

(HINT: all iPhones are technically compatible — so if you have an iPhone you’ll just need to check that it’s network unlocked). If your mobile phone works in the UK then that means you can buy the best UK SIM Card from us and get it delivered to your home or office anywhere in Australia.

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