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Kay138 · ‎01-12-2022

When in Australia I only want to see my emails. I don’t need to use any other facilities. How much will this cost?

bristolian · ‎01-12-2022

At a very basic level, email uses the internet so you just need an internet connection.

WiFi will do this if you near a broadband router or (assuming you're comfortable using unsecured public hotspots) publc "free WiFi" locations.

Anywhere else or if you'd rather not use those unsecured WiFi locations, you'll need a mobile data connection which is advised above. If you're in Australia for any length of time, the Roam Abroad pass is your best bet - £11.40/month and you can use your UK call, text & data allowances in Australia.

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XRaySpeX · ‎01-12-2022

As it is not in EU, if you are on contract, you may use your usual UK allowances there with up to 50 GB data per billing month if you have more, when you buy for £11.40 / month or have already as a Smart Benefit the Roam Abroad Pass or you have an EE Max Plan. Otherwise you will need to pay the charges or buy roaming add-ons as set out in https://ee.co.uk/help/help-new/roaming-costs/countries/australia.

For just using email you would need to buy a roaming data add-on either by the day or by the month pro-rated. How long will you be staying? Are you on contract or PAYG? I might be able to advise you further on cost.

If you are on contract, remember to text ROAMING to 150 before you leave UK to ensure roaming is enabled on your account.

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bristolian · ‎01-12-2022

At a very basic level, email uses the internet so you just need an internet connection.

WiFi will do this if you near a broadband router or (assuming you're comfortable using unsecured public hotspots) publc "free WiFi" locations.

Anywhere else or if you'd rather not use those unsecured WiFi locations, you'll need a mobile data connection which is advised above. If you're in Australia for any length of time, the Roam Abroad pass is your best bet - £11.40/month and you can use your UK call, text & data allowances in Australia.