This article provides an estimation of how much data you will use while roaming.
How much data will I use while roaming?
The actual amount of data you use will vary depending on the type of the device being used and the network you are roaming on.
This information is guide only. Estimates are based on average smartphone consumption using a 3G network.
You can also take a look at the full Telecommunications Carrier Forum International Mobile Roaming data usage guide .
Data Usage Estimates
The Telecommunications Carrier Forum has provided the below guide to the typical amounts of data used while International Mobile Roaming.
Activity | Time | Other | ||
15 minutes | 30 minutes | 1 Hour | ||
Browsing | 5MB | 10MB | 20MB | |
Social Media | 5MB | 10MB | 20MB | |
Video streaming (standard) | 30MB | 60MB | 120MB | |
Video streaming (HD) | 60MB | 120MB | 240MB | |
Music streaming | 15MB | 30MB | 60MB | |
Skype (video chat) | 20MB | 40MB | 80MB | |
Google Maps | 9MB | 18MB | 36MB | |
Email (w/out attachments) | 1MB per 40 emails |