After you activate your Google Fi account and use Fi in the US (territories not included),
you can use your phone for calls, texts, and data outside the US
. You don't need to change your phone's settings.
Can you use Google Fi anywhere?
– Long live Google Fi!
It's now available to not only Android device owners but also iPhone owners
. The whole point of Fi is that it aims to give you the best cellular and data coverage wherever you are in the US, or indeed, the world.
Does Google Fi work on airplanes?
When you get a Gmail message about an international flight, Fi automatically checks your mobile coverage
. You get a notification in your Fi app that lets you know if you're covered. For service costs, check international rates.
Is roaming free on Google Fi?
Absolutely turn on roaming.
It's free for Google Fi users
.
How long can I use Google Fi abroad?
It looks like you've been using Fi abroad for over
6 months
, but Fi's terms of service require you to use our service primarily from a US address. This means we'll need to suspend your international data roaming capabilities within 30 days, unless you start using Fi in the US again.
Can I get an international number with Google Fi?
Yes, you can call international numbers with your Google Fi phone service
. Unlimited members can call select international numbers free of charge from the U.S. and Flexible plan members can refer to this tool on the Google Fi website for country-by-country rates.
How do I activate Google Fi abroad?
- Change your IP address via VPN to USA.
- Change your Google address to a Coworking Space in the US. …
- Get a Vyking Ship address for the shipping of the Fi card and phone for Fi activation.
Can I port my number to Google Fi?
Yes, you can bring your current personal number with you to Google Fi or take it with you if you leave
. Because some carriers do not allow you to take your number, we'll check if you can transfer it when you sign up. Your phone number transfer will start once you activate service on your phone.
What are the pros and cons of Google Fi?
| Pros Cons | International features Not the cheapest pay-by-the-gig plan | Flexibility to only pay for what you use Limited “designed for Fi” phone selection | High-speed data |
|---|
What carriers does Google Fi use?
What networks does Google Fi actually use, then? In the U.S., Fi uses a combination of
T-Mobile, Sprint, and U.S. Cellular
(so eventually just T-Mobile and U.S. Cellular, since Sprint and T-Mobile are in the process of becoming one and the same).
Does Google Fi work in Jordan?
Google Fi International Features
can't connect in Jordan
.
Does Google Fi use Verizon towers?
One of Google Fi's best advantages over the Verizon powerhouse is its unique network setup.
Rather than relying on one carrier for coverage, Fi combines T-Mobile, US Cellular, and the remains of Sprint for a vast signal blanket.
Can I use Google Fi without SIM?
Only unlocked devices can be used with Google Fi
. If you purchased your phone through Google Fi or the Google Store, your device is unlocked. If you aren't sure if your phone is unlocked, you can contact your current carrier or the place where you purchased your phone.
Can I use Google Fi while living abroad?
After you activate your Google Fi account and use Fi in the US (territories not included),
you can use your phone for calls, texts, and data outside the US
. You don't need to change your phone's settings.
Is Google Fi only for US residents?
Officially Google Fi is only marketed to US residents
.
Can I activate Google Fi with a VPN?
Google Fi can no longer be activated via VPN outside of the United States
due to multiple reports of users being unable to do so. You could get a local SIM card for data while traveling, and get a US Google Voice number so that your friends and family can contact you no matter what carrier you're on.
Is Google Fi an e sim?
You can activate Google Fi on iOS with an eSIM (electronic SIM card)
. An eSIM can be used in place of a physical SIM card to use Google Fi on an iPhone. Eligibility: Google Fi on iOS with an eSIM only works on iPhones SE (2020 version), XR, XS, XS Max, 11, 12, and 13 series.
