Batelco reaches over 100 LTE roaming partnerships worldwide
Batelco, the Kingdom of Bahrain’s leading digital communications provider meets the needs of its customers travelling internationally by providing high-speed LTE Data Roaming services with more than 100 roaming operators in more than 45 countries around the world.
Batelco’s customers can enjoy high-speed data while roaming with any of Batelco’s international data roaming service providers. Batelco customers will automatically connect to high-speed LTE while roaming. To stay connected with your loved ones while travelling, Batelco offers a selection of data roaming bolt-ons.
The options include one-day data roaming in the GCC for only BD5 and seven-day data roaming in the GCC for BD10. Additionally, customers can benefit from two-week roaming in international destinations for only BD20. All the data roaming bolt-ons are for both Mobile Postpaid and Prepaid lines.
Batelco currently has over 1500 roaming agreements for all services with international operators, covering over 165 countries that offer Roaming services, and new connections will be added regularly in line with the Company’s strategy to provide customers with access to the best communication connections in all areas of the world.
Find out more about LTE roaming
LTE roaming allows mobile users to access LTE (4G) networks while traveling outside their home country. Instead of connecting only to their home network, users can access high-speed LTE networks offered by foreign carriers through roaming agreements. This roaming service is essential for staying connected at high speeds internationally, whether for data-intensive activities like video streaming, online gaming, or video conferencing.
Here are a few key aspects of LTE roaming:
- Data Speeds: LTE roaming provides faster speeds than older 3G or 2G roaming. This allows for smoother video calls, faster downloads, and better overall connectivity.
- Compatibility: Most modern smartphones are equipped with LTE bands supported internationally, but compatibility can vary by region. Dual- or multi-band LTE devices are more likely to work in multiple countries.
- Costs: LTE roaming can be costly without the right plan. Many operators offer special roaming packages or data passes. Alternatively, travelers can use international eSIMs or SIM cards, which can provide cost-effective access to local LTE networks.
- Coverage: LTE roaming coverage is expanding, especially with 5G on the rise. However, coverage still varies depending on the network infrastructure in the destination country.
- Security: LTE networks typically offer better security features than older networks, which is a plus for roaming users who may be accessing sensitive information while abroad.
For frequent travelers, LTE roaming is valuable for maintaining high-speed connectivity, but exploring options like eSIMs or travel-specific data packages can help control costs and ensure reliable access.
