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MEO Roaming to communicate and use mobile data in Europe and the rest of the world. Know the conditions and always travel connected, without complications.

Roaming MEO

Connect all over the world with internet, calls and text, with no surprises on your bill.

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What is Roaming and how does it work?

Roaming allows you to continue using your mobile phone, tablet hotspot outside Portugal. Access the Internet, make calls, and send messages on foreign operators' networks that have agreements with MEO.


Going on a trip and need Roaming?

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European Economic Area, Ukraine, Moldova, and the United Kingdom

Use your mobile phone any country in the EEA, Ukraine, Moldova, and the United Kingdom as if you were in Portugal.

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European Economic Area

Rest of the world

Find out about bundles and roaming plans so you can talk and web browse abroad with special discounts and conditions.

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Are you looking for a data bundle to use abroad?

Use your mobile data without any surprises on your bill with bundles .

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Before you travel, find out about Roaming Coverage

Stay connected abroad.

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Tips for optimizing mobile data usage while Roaming safely

Use WiFi networks whenever possible to save mobile data.

Use WiFi networks whenever possible to save data

Monitor your usage on the my MEO app, connected to WiFi, without exceeding your data allowance.

Data consumption

It sets up alerts so that you don't exceed the limits of the tariff or plan.

Set up alerts so that you don't exceed the limits of the tariff or plan

Avoid insecure public networks.

Avoid insecure public networks

Ensure that automatic updates are enabled to protect your device against threats.

Ensures automatic updates

Frequently Asked Questions about Roaming

How can I use the mobile data service outside Portugal?

When you are outside Portugal, you can use your mobile phone data mobile phone as you would in Portugal.

You can use email, the internet, applications and much more.


You need to check that this function is active on your device. To do this, go to General Settings > Network > Roaming Data > Activate*.

If you have an internet traffic sharing card, you can use it abroad, the traffic used will be billed according to your Roaming plan .


To avoid incurring software update costs, we suggest that you check on your mobile phone that updates are only configured in WiFi mode:


Android: General Settings > Device Information > Software Update > More options > Automatic Update.


Apple: Settings > General > Software Update > Automatic Updates (*)


There may be slight variations depending on the device model and operating system version. If in doubt, check the information in the device manual or on the brand's website.

Find out how you can control your data expenses abroad.


How much does MEO Roaming cost per country?

roaming prices roaming depending on the country or zone of destination. In the European Economic Area (EEA), Ukraine, Moldova, and the United Kingdom, you can use your plan at no additional cost. Outside Europe, rates apply by zone and by country. See the full terms and conditions on the pages dedicated to the EEA, Ukraine, Moldova, the United Kingdom, and the Rest of the World.

Can I use unlimited mobile data outside Portugal?

It depends on the plan you choose. Some plans offer unlimited calls and text , but mobile data has specific limits. Check the conditions of your plan to find out all the details.

How can I use my mobile data abroad more economically?

For more economical use outside Portugal, we recommend that:

  • Disable automatic updates in your mobile phone settings;
  • Download apps and maps of the places you're going to visit before you travel;
  • Check your mobile phone 's settings to see if the " RoamingData" option is activated or deactivated, as required.

How can I control my internet data allowance on mobile phone other communications abroad?

To control consumption, we offer a free service, which is automatic and doesn't need to be activated. You'll receive warning messages on your mobile phone whenever your spending reaches a certain monthly limit.

You can change the monthly limit online, via the my MEO App, the my MEO website or in theMEO Empresas customer area (if you are aMEO Empresas customer with a NIPC).

Controlling data costs.

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