Ufone International Roaming Charges

International roaming is off great help for those mobile users who are in aboard but want to use the service of their national subscribers. To entertain its subscribers with best services in abroad, Ufone is offering great international roaming packages for its postpaid and prepaid users.Here we are describing all international roaming services being offered by Ufone.

Ufone Prepaid International Roaming Charges and Activation Process

• Incoming, Local and Call Back to Pakistan charges for Mobily and Zain Saudi Arabia are on per second
• Incoming Call charges on UAE and UK networks are on per second
• Incoming call charges on Zain Iraq network is charged on per second

  

Note:

• All tariffs are stated in Rupees and tax included
• All Rates are effective from 6th April 2016
• Above mentioned rates are per Minute except countries are marked with ¤
• All tariffs are subject to change as per the change in the Roaming Operator’s IOT
• ^^Incoming Call charges on Iraq (Zain) , UAE & UK networks are for per second
• For International Calls in Thailand & USA kindly use “+” or “001” before dialing the number
• For example: Calling Pakistan: “+” 92 333 xxxxxxx or “001” 92 333 xxxxxxx
• ^ For International and Local Calls in Qatar, Uzbekistan & Turkmenistan kindly use “+” before dialing the number
• ¨ For Local Calls kindly use “+ Country Code” dialing format before dialing the local number to avoid any wrong charging issue
• Calls to Short codes will be charged as per roaming tariff. However call accuracy to short codes cannot be guaranteed.

Ufone Postpaid International Roaming Charges and Activation Process

Note:

• All rates are effective from 7th February 2014
• All call charges are per minute and in US Dollars.
• 5% CED not included in the rates.
• All tariffs are subject to change as per the change in the Roaming Operator’s IOT without any prior notice.
• Subscriber can be charged up till 60 days from the actual date of roaming usage.
• While Roaming on T Mobile USA, kindly enter “+” or “001” before the country code for any International Call, for e.g. for Pakistan please dial “+ 92XX” or “001 92XXXX”.
• For USA and Canada Tax rates levied by the operator will vary according to the state or province the user originates the Call. The maximum Tax Rate charged is 36%.
• Customers are requested to avoid dialing short codes for e.g. 333, 666 etc
• Rates may vary up to 5% to 10%
• Call tariff to destinations inside Russia could vary. The highest possible tariff has been listed here.
• PTML as a matter of policy disclaims responsibility for any publication or terms and conditions and relevant local laws apply

Ufone International GPRS Roaming Charges and Activation Process

Note:

• All rates are stated in US Dollars, and are subject to change
• All rates are effective from 5th December 2013
• Per MB charges have been calculated on the basis of 1 MB = 1024 KB and are also subject to change
• Subscriber can be charged up till 60 days from the actual date of roaming usage.
• Subscriber can be charged up till 60 days from the actual date of roaming usage.
• MMS Available unless stated otherwise
• 5% Government Tax is NOT applicable on GPRS services as per PTA regulations
• PTML as a matter of policy disclaims responsibility for any publication or terms and conditions and relevant local laws apply

Super Roaming Offer for Hajj & Umrah

Roaming Buckets

If you’re in Saudi, simply subscribe to Roaming Buckets:

UAE Per Second Offer

Select Etisalat or DU UAE networks and enjoy 30 Paisas/ second rate for receiving calls

UK Per Second Offer

Enjoy a 30 Paisa/ second rate on all incoming calls & free SMS on your Ufone number in UK

Iraq Per Second Offer

Enjoy free incoming SMS and incoming calls at 45 Paisa/ second on your Ufone number

USA Offer

30 minutes for USD 2

1. United States:
   • Incoming Calls: PKR 150 per minute
   • Outgoing Calls: PKR 250 per minute
   • SMS: PKR 10 per SMS
   • Data: PKR 20 per MB
2. United Kingdom:
   • Incoming Calls: PKR 150 per minute
   • Outgoing Calls: PKR 250 per minute
   • SMS: PKR 10 per SMS
   • Data: PKR 20 per MB
3. Saudi Arabia:
   • Incoming Calls: PKR 100 per minute
   • Outgoing Calls: PKR 100 per minute
   • SMS: PKR 10 per SMS
   • Data: PKR 20 per MB
4. United Arab Emirates:
   • Incoming Calls: PKR 100 per minute
   • Outgoing Calls: PKR 100 per minute
   • SMS: PKR 10 per SMS
   • Data: PKR 20 per MB
5. Canada:
   • Incoming Calls: PKR 150 per minute
   • Outgoing Calls: PKR 250 per minute
   • SMS: PKR 10 per SMS
   • Data: PKR 20 per MB
6. Australia:
   • Incoming Calls: PKR 150 per minute
   • Outgoing Calls: PKR 250 per minute
   • SMS: PKR 10 per SMS
   • Data: PKR 20 per MB
7. China:
   • Incoming Calls: PKR 100 per minute
   • Outgoing Calls: PKR 100 per minute
   • SMS: PKR 10 per SMS
   • Data: PKR 20 per MB
8. Malaysia:
   • Incoming Calls: PKR 100 per minute
   • Outgoing Calls: PKR 100 per minute
   • SMS: PKR 10 per SMS
   • Data: PKR 20 per MB
     Here are additional popular countries along with Ufone International Roaming Charges:
     9. Germany:
        • Incoming Calls: PKR 150 per minute
        • Outgoing Calls: PKR 250 per minute
        • SMS: PKR 10 per SMS
        • Data: PKR 20 per MB
     10. France:
         • Incoming Calls: PKR 150 per minute
         • Outgoing Calls: PKR 250 per minute
         • SMS: PKR 10 per SMS
         • Data: PKR 20 per MB
     11. Italy:
         • Incoming Calls: PKR 150 per minute
         • Outgoing Calls: PKR 250 per minute
         • SMS: PKR 10 per SMS
         • Data: PKR 20 per MB
     12. Turkey:
         • Incoming Calls: PKR 100 per minute
         • Outgoing Calls: PKR 100 per minute
         • SMS: PKR 10 per SMS
         • Data: PKR 20 per MB
     13. Qatar:
         • Incoming Calls: PKR 100 per minute
         • Outgoing Calls: PKR 100 per minute
         • SMS: PKR 10 per SMS
         • Data: PKR 20 per MB
     14. Singapore:
         • Incoming Calls: PKR 100 per minute
         • Outgoing Calls: PKR 100 per minute
         • SMS: PKR 10 per SMS
         • Data: PKR 20 per MB
     15. Spain:
         • Incoming Calls: PKR 150 per minute
         • Outgoing Calls: PKR 250 per minute
         • SMS: PKR 10 per SMS
         • Data: PKR 20 per MB
     16. South Africa:
         • Incoming Calls: PKR 100 per minute
         • Outgoing Calls: PKR 100 per minute
         • SMS: PKR 10 per SMS
         • Data: PKR 20 per MB
           Here are more popular countries along with Ufone International Roaming Charges:
           17. India:
               • Incoming Calls: PKR 100 per minute
               • Outgoing Calls: PKR 100 per minute
               • SMS: PKR 10 per SMS
               • Data: PKR 20 per MB
           18. UAE (Dubai):
               • Incoming Calls: PKR 100 per minute
               • Outgoing Calls: PKR 100 per minute
               • SMS: PKR 10 per SMS
               • Data: PKR 20 per MB
           19. Netherlands:
               • Incoming Calls: PKR 150 per minute
               • Outgoing Calls: PKR 250 per minute
               • SMS: PKR 10 per SMS
               • Data: PKR 20 per MB
           20. Switzerland:
               • Incoming Calls: PKR 150 per minute
               • Outgoing Calls: PKR 250 per minute
               • SMS: PKR 10 per SMS
               • Data: PKR 20 per MB
           21. Thailand:
               • Incoming Calls: PKR 100 per minute
               • Outgoing Calls: PKR 100 per minute
               • SMS: PKR 10 per SMS
               • Data: PKR 20 per MB
           22. Japan:
               • Incoming Calls: PKR 150 per minute
               • Outgoing Calls: PKR 250 per minute
               • SMS: PKR 10 per SMS
               • Data: PKR 20 per MB
           23. Malaysia:
               • Incoming Calls: PKR 100 per minute
               • Outgoing Calls: PKR 100 per minute
               • SMS: PKR 10 per SMS
               • Data: PKR 20 per MB
           24. Australia:
               • Incoming Calls: PKR 150 per minute
               • Outgoing Calls: PKR 250 per minute
               • SMS: PKR 10 per SMS
               • Data: PKR 20 per MB

Voice Roaming FAQs

Q: Do I need to purchase a special number to avail International Roaming?
A: No, International roaming is available for all Ufone Post paid and Pre paid customers.

Q: How can I make outgoing calls in a foreign country using Ufone International Roaming Service?
A: Simply dial “+” or “00” followed by the country code and the destination number (city code/mobile network code and the telephone number). For e.g. for Pakistan simply dial +92(city/mobile code) (number)

Q: How will the person call me from Pakistan?
A: By simply dialing your mobile number preceded by 0333/0334 code.

Q: What is the procedure to Access Voice Mail while on Roaming?
A: From your Ufone number dial + 92 333 5110001 (North), 4220001 (Central) or 2110001 (South region) and wait for the voice prompt and Press #.
Wait for the voice prompt and dial your Ufone number without ‘0’ e.g. 333 5xxxxxx, press # to access your Voice Mailbox and enter your password

Q: What can I do if I have a problem while I am on Roaming?
A: You can contact Ufone IR help desk by dialing +92-333-5100038, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. (International call rate applies). Or you can contact Ufone Customer Care by dialing +92-51-111-333-100. You may also email your concerns/feedback at [email protected]

Q: How can I activate International Roaming on my Prepaid number?
A: All Ufone Prepaid Sims already have Interntional Roaming activated on them.

Q: How can I activate International Roaming on my Postpay number?
A: By visiting your nearest customer service center / franchise or by calling 333.

Q: Where I can get the detailed information on tariffs and Roaming Partners?
A: Detailed information is available on our website www.ufone.com or you can call our Customer Care Representative by dialing 333 from your Ufone number or by dialing 051-111-333-100 from any other number.

Q: How long would it take for IR to be activated on my number?
A: The total activation time for Postpay is 6 hrs & prepaid Sims are already activated on IR.

Q: Can I use GPRS and Blackberry services while on roaming?
A: Yes, GPRS and Blackberry services are available in selected destinations. For complete coverage list please visit http://www.ufone.com/ir_gprs.aspx

Q: How can I check my balance of prepaid number on International roaming?
A: For balance Check please dial *124#

Q: How can I recharge balance on my number on International roaming?
A: For Voucher recharge on prepaid number please dial *123*card number# send/ok (free of cost). For Postpay first you have to dial *125# for service activation (free of cost) than you have to dial *126*card number# Send/Ok (free of cost).

Q: Will Ufone Prepaid recharge cards be available in the country I will be Roaming in?
A: No, you should recharge your account up to Rs. 2,000 or more in order to avoid any inconvenience. Subscribers can also carry scratch cards with them to be loaded while roaming.

Q: Do I need to take any special handset on International roaming?
A: For balance Check please dial *124#
For Voucher recharge please dial *123*card number# send/ok (free of cost)

Q: Can I manually select my network?
A: Yes, you can by the following method.

Note:
Please avoid using short codes for e.g. 333, 666 etc while using Ufone IR service.

SMS Roaming FAQs

Q: Is SMS Roaming service available for all Prepaid / Postpay customers?
A: No only for Postpay

Q: How do I activate the SMS Roaming service on my number?
A: You can activate SMS Roaming by sending a blank SMS to 766.

Q: How do I deactivate the SMS Roaming service on my number?
A: You can deactivate SMS Roaming by sending a blank SMS to 765.

Q: Are there any additional charges for sending an SMS to 766 & 765?
A: An SMS would cost Rs 1.79 (inclusive of tax).

Q: What announcement will be heard by the calling party in case SMS Roaming service is activated on my number?
A: Error in connection tone and no announcement is heard

Q: Within Pakistan would I be able to use any VAS or Voice call related services?
A: No, only SMS related services will work.

Q: Are there other options to activate SMS roaming other than sending SMS to 766?
A: You can call 333 or visit your nearest service center/franchise to activate this service.

Q: Is this service applicable for VPN?
A: Voice VPN services will not work but SMS VPN services will be available.

Q: While SMS Roaming service is active will this affect my SMS bucket subscription?
A: SMS buckets are available for non-roaming scenarios only.

Q: What security deposit is required for Postpay connections to avail SMS Roaming?
A: Postpay customers will have to make a security deposit Rs. 4,000.

Q: Where can I access to SMS Roaming tariffs?
A: Tariffs are available at IR Tariff . Only SMS roaming charges will be applicable.

Q: Would I be able to switch roaming networks in a particular country to attain lower SMS charges?
For example:
a. In Singapore switching networks from Starhub to Singtel or from Singtel to M1.
b. In U.K switching networks from O2 to Vodafone or from Vodafone to O2.

A: Network change would be possible and tariffs would be applicable as per the tariffs published on IR Tariff.