How to use a North American smartphone in Ireland (Republic North)?

1. Can I use my phone in Northern Ireland?
2. Can I use my phone in Ireland?
3. Do you need data roaming in Ireland?
4. Will Irish phone work in UK?
5. Do roaming charges apply in Northern Ireland?
6. Does Tesco Mobile work in Northern Ireland?
7. Will US iPhone work in Ireland?
8. Can I buy a SIM card in Ireland for my phone?
9. How can I use my phone in Ireland?
10. Should data roaming be on or off?
11. Can I use my unlimited data abroad?
12. Do you get charged for data roaming?

Can I use my phone in Northern Ireland?

As Northern Ireland is part of the UK of course you will be able to use your mobile just the same as you do whilst at home - you are not leaving the UK and travelling abroad - travelling to the Republic of Ireland would incurr the 50p etc connection charge.

Can I use my phone in Ireland?

Irish people will probably understand when you say "cellphone", but won't use that word. As in the US, the term smartphone is now widely used in Ireland/UK to refer to iPhones or similar phones, such as Android phones, e.g. Samsung Galaxy. ... This language is all used, and well understood, in Irish stores.

Do you need data roaming in Ireland?

Republic of Ireland is a Go Roam in Europe destination which means you can use your data here at no extra cost. ... If you use data over our Fair Use data allowance, but still have data available, you'll be subject to a surcharge.

Will Irish phone work in UK?

From December 31st Irish phone operators will be legally allowed to reintroduce roaming charges for customers travelling north or to Britain. ... It has said that irrespective of the commercial approach taken by Irish mobile operators, all their customers will still have legal protections around roaming in the UK.

Do roaming charges apply in Northern Ireland?

“Customers who travel between Northern Ireland and Republic of Ireland will not be impacted by these changes, nor will those who are connected to masts on the other side of the border.” O2 said it has no plans to changes its 'roam like at home' arrangements.

Does Tesco Mobile work in Northern Ireland?

With Tesco Mobile, you can use your plan allowances while travelling in the EU just like you would at home in Ireland for no extra cost! This means that if you're travelling within the EU and want to make a call, send a text or use data, you'll pay the same price as you would at home in Ireland.

Will US iPhone work in Ireland?

If you buy a phone in the US or Canada ("America") if it is locked to an american carrier you can use it under a roaming plan in Ireland, keeping the original number, but paying roaming rates. You cannot use it with a SIM from a local carrier in Ireland.

Can I buy a SIM card in Ireland for my phone?

Or in case you have missed it, you can also order an Ireland sim card online. But in all major cities you will find Vodafone, 3 and Eir Mobile stores around the city center and they all offer sim only deals for Ireland. Bring you passport when buying an Ireland sim card.

How can I use my phone in Ireland?

Settings > System > Languages & Input > Languages > Add a language. A quick search through the list shows up Gaeilge (as well as Gaelg, Gáidhlig and Galego). What phone are you using?

Should data roaming be on or off?

Roaming charges can get expensive, so if you're traveling outside your cellular plan's coverage area (which generally means international travel), you might want to turn off data roaming on your Android device. Don't worry about being left without internet.

Can I use my unlimited data abroad?

Planning a holiday can be hectic enough, even without any extra worry about incurring extra charges when you use the internet on your phone overseas. Good news is, you absolutely can use your unlimited data plan abroad.

Do you get charged for data roaming?

Roaming charges can reach hundreds or even thousands of dollars if you're not careful. Roaming is generally not included in your plan, and roaming rates may be higher. ... Roaming charges apply to voice calls, SMS (text messages), MMS (picture messages), and data that you receive or send when you're roaming.