Does it cost more to send a text message overseas? Do I get charged for a long distance call?
International text messaging is fun, inexpensive, and available to all T-Mobile customers. Please review the table below for specific messaging rates.
Where are you?
What are you doing?
What does it cost?
US or Canada
Sending a text message to an international mobile number
$0.20 per message
US or Canada
Receiving a text message from an international mobile number
$0.20 per message
NOTE: If you have a Messaging Value Bundle or plan that includes messaging, international messages you receive will be pulled from your bundle. This rate will also apply for each message in excess of your monthly allotment.
Outside the US or Canada
Sending a text message
World Class Rate: $0.35 per message
NOTE: If you have a Messaging Value Bundle or plan that includes messaging, international messages you send while roaming are not covered by your bundle and will be charged separately.
Outside the US or Canada
Receiving a text message
$0.20 per message
NOTE: If you have a Messaging Value Bundle or plan that includes messaging, international messages you receive will be pulled from your bundle. This rate will also apply for each message in excess of your monthly allotment.
For more information on pricing, go to International Services.

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