Telus Raises Roaming Rates: What You Need to Know
Recently, Telus made a quiet adjustment to its roaming fees for both U.S. and international travelers. A few months back, teh daily rate for roaming in the U.S. jumped from $14 to $16, while international rates increased from $16 to $18.
the Details Behind the Price Hike
Using the Wayback Machine, we found that this change took effect on October 2, 2025. at that time, Telus posted a brief notice on its website suggesting customers consider alternative plans like their ‘5G Complete explore’ package. This plan allows users to roam in up to 68 countries or opt for travel passes that provide coverage for seven, fourteen, or thirty days.
The Impact of Increased Rates
A two-dollar increase might not seem significant at first glance; however, it can quickly add up during travel—trust me on this one! For instance, if you were traveling internationally for five days at the new rate of $18 per day, you'd end up spending an eye-watering total of $90 just on roaming fees.
Comparing Roaming Costs with Competitors
This price adjustment aligns closely with similar increases from other major carriers like Rogers and Fido. In contrast, Bell offers slightly lower rates at $13 per day for U.S. roaming and maintains an international rate of $16 per day.
Telus Easy Roam rates as of March 3, 2026.
Finding Better Options Beyond Daily Rates
No one enjoys high roaming charges; however, all three major providers—bell, Rogers and Telus—offer various plans that include U.S. and Mexico roaming options within their packages. If you find yourself traveling frequently across borders or stateside often enough to warrant it; opting for a plan with built-in roaming could save you money compared to paying daily fees.
If you're open to exploring alternatives outside these big players in telecoms services like Freedom Mobile offer more affordable plans featuring better roaming choices.
The CRTC's Call for Change Goes Unheard?
This recent hike comes after the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) urged telecom companies back in October 2024 to make their roaming prices more reasonable. Despite these recommendations aimed at lowering costs by providers such as Rogers and Bell along with Telus—the trend seems contrary as we see prices rising instead.
Exploring Alternative Solutions Like eSIMs
If you're looking into diffrent ways around high daily charges when traveling abroad consider options such as eSIMs! Our gaming editor Brad Shankar had success using a travel eSIM during his trip through Japan instead of relying solely on conventional daily rates.
while my own cellular plan includes convenient U.S.-based coverage—which is fantastic when I’m away—I also have Easy Roam activated whenever I leave North America but given its hefty price tag ($18/day), I might just switch over entirely next time I head off across Europe!
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