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[dimce]

Could somebody precisely define Roaming in relation to Thuraya?
Also, what are Thuraya’s roaming charges?

[andrey82]

Could somebody precisely define Roaming in relation to Thuraya?
Also, what are Thuraya’s roaming charges?

Roaming is a facility that makes:

1. Thuraya subscribers (with Thuraya SIM cards) able to access other GSM networks in the area using their own SIMs

2. GSM subscribers (with GSM SIM cards) able to access Thuraya satellite services anywhere in the coverage area using their existing GSM SIM cards and Thuraya phone.

Roaming charges are very similar to the international roaming call charges and to GSM industry standards. Global Plus recommendeds that you use satellite where possible, as this is usually more cost effective.