Avoid AT&T Roaming Fees
United StatesAT&T's International Day Pass bills $12 per day even if you only make a 1-minute phone call to check on a hotel reservation. Learn how to lock roaming and place calls for $0.02/min via QuikRing.
The Daily Pass Bill Shock Trap
Charges full $12 daily fee for a single incoming background notification or 10-second spam call.
7-Day Trip with AT&T
~$70 - $112
7-Day Trip via QuikRing
< $3.00
How to Avoid the Daily Fee
Turn off Data Roaming in your phone settings or enable Airplane Mode. Connect to hotel or cafe Wi-Fi and place all calls through QuikRing in your browser to avoid triggering the $12 daily trigger.
Standard Out-of-Plan Rate: $3.00 - $5.00 per minute
Step-by-Step Instructions
- 1.Switch off Data Roaming in your cellular settings before leaving home.
- 2.Connect to your hotel, Airbnb, or airport Wi-Fi network.
- 3.Open QuikRing in your browser and call any number. Your verified phone number displays on Caller ID.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does AT&T charge $12 if I only make a 1-minute call?▼
Yes. Any cellular activity — including answering a brief call, receiving an SMS, or sending a quick message — immediately triggers the full $12 International Day Pass fee for that 24-hour window.
How to avoid AT&T international roaming charges entirely?▼
Keep your smartphone in Airplane Mode and use local Wi-Fi with QuikRing. QuikRing lets you display your real phone number on the caller ID so people know it's you.