Vodafone launches unlimited international roaming data packages

Ludhiana, October 11, 2012: Vodafone India, one of India’s leading telecommunications service providers, today launched a set of attractive unlimited data packages for its customers in India visiting Japanand Saudi Arabia.  Following appreciation from customers on the 60%discount on international tariffs that were introduced in June 2012, this unlimited international roaming data package offer is one more customer-friendly offering from Vodafone India, enabling customers to use data on mobile services while travelling abroad. 

The Vodafone unlimited international roaming data packages are available in a choice of three different plans with convenient validity options – rental of Rs. 1,499 (3days), Rs. 2,499 (5 days) and Rs. 3,499 (7days). These data benefits are offered in partnership with Softbank’s network in Japan and Mobility’s network in Saudi Arabia. Usage on any other international operator’s network in these countries will be charged at standard international data roaming charges of Rs. 5.50/10 KB.

Customers can activate the offer by sending an SMS ACT<space>ULJPN3/5/7 -for Japan & ACT<space>ULSAU3/5/7 -for Saudi Arabia (the number 3/5/7stands for validity, basis the customer choice; only one number to be keyed in)to the toll free number 111 from Vodafone India’s home network. The rental charge for the plan chosen by the customer will feature in the billing cycle.

“We constantly work to add value for our customers. There is an increasing demand for data usage while on international roaming and our latest international roaming data packages bridges this gap and guarantees affordable connectivity for our customers travelling to high traffic destinations like Japan and Saudi Arabia. Ensuring quick dataaccess upon arrival, it addresses the needs of diverse customer segments,” said Sunil Sood, Chief Operating Officer, Vodafone India.