International calling while roaming

Harrisonabn
Contributor

I can not call out internationally I have roam package set up on my phone 

as well I would like to change my plane from my current location 

I can not call your 888 number 

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Thanks for the details @Harrisonabn.

If you have our Roam Sweet Roam packageOpens in a new tab or window it will activate itself automatically if you're in a included destination. You can manage your travel add-ons hereOpens in a new tab or window

We suggest checking your plan description in My Account to ensure you do not have any roaming restrictions.

In some cases you will have to get your device to manually register to the local network where you're currently located;

On Android got to Settings > Mobile Networks > Network Operators > Choose the Network you would like to connect to. (You may need to repeat the step until you connect to an eligible network)

On Apple got to Settings > Cellular > Cellular Network or Network Selection > Toggle Automatic to Off > Choose the Network you would like to connect to. (You may need to repeat the step until you connect to an eligible network)

Try that out and let us know if it worked.

 

 

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RedRose
Regular Contributor

Hi @Roaming 

when you are in USA you need to turn ON the Roaming to get the service, but for the additional charges fees if your plan is included the Roaming USA then is will be no fees, but you need to make sure your plan is included or just a call from Canada to USA in your plan is included.

 

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VirginPlusAntgio
Moderator

Hey there @Harrisonabn,

Thanks for your post.

In order for the Community to help more information will be needed.

Are you currently outside of Canada? If yes, are you able to receive calls and make calls to local numbers in the country where you're located?
Have you tried changing your rate plan via your MyAccount profile? If not you can change your plan here.

Please let the Community know how everything works out.

 

Harrisonabn
Contributor

I have the roam plan on my account but it has continued to not work 

I need it activated to make calls I currently can not be connected 

it worked 2 weeks ago last week and today it does not 

 

 

Thanks for the details @Harrisonabn.

If you have our Roam Sweet Roam packageOpens in a new tab or window it will activate itself automatically if you're in a included destination. You can manage your travel add-ons hereOpens in a new tab or window

We suggest checking your plan description in My Account to ensure you do not have any roaming restrictions.

In some cases you will have to get your device to manually register to the local network where you're currently located;

On Android got to Settings > Mobile Networks > Network Operators > Choose the Network you would like to connect to. (You may need to repeat the step until you connect to an eligible network)

On Apple got to Settings > Cellular > Cellular Network or Network Selection > Toggle Automatic to Off > Choose the Network you would like to connect to. (You may need to repeat the step until you connect to an eligible network)

Try that out and let us know if it worked.

 

 

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RedRose
Regular Contributor

Hi @Roaming 

when you are in USA you need to turn ON the Roaming to get the service, but for the additional charges fees if your plan is included the Roaming USA then is will be no fees, but you need to make sure your plan is included or just a call from Canada to USA in your plan is included.

 

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