Question 1

How can I get international long distance service added to my account?

Accepted Answer

To add international long distance service on your account, simply Log in to myAT&T and select AT&T International Calling.

Question 2

Does AT&T offer discounted rates for international long distance calling?

Accepted Answer

Yes. When you add an AT&T International Calling package for $15/month per device to a qualified rate plan, you'll get unlimited calling from the U.S. to over 85 countries.
You'll also enjoy discounted calling rates to over 140 other countries.

Question 3

Are there any special international calling plans for Canada and Mexico?

Accepted Answer

AT&T offers unlimited domestic rate plans that include unlimited calling from the U.S. to Mexico and Canada.

Log in and check if your plan has unlimited calling - to Mexico and Canada.

Question 4

How do I make an international long distance call from the U.S. to Canada, Mexico and other countries?

Accepted Answer

When calling to Canada, Jamaica, and Caribbean locations, you simply dial a 1 plus the local number of the recipient.

When calling Mexico, you simply dial +52, followed by the area code and local number.

To make other international calls from the U.S., simply dial + (or 011), followed by the country code and local number you wish to call.

Example: To call from the U.S. to France: +33 (local number)

Please visit our international dialing instructions support page: International Dialing Instructions

Question 5

How are international long distance calls charged?

Accepted Answer

International long distance calling rates are charged per minute and rounded up to the nearest minute and apply for calls made from the U.S. - to another country. Calling to some countries may not be available.

Question 6

Will I be charged international long distance rates to call U.S. territories?

Accepted Answer

No, with AT&T wireless service, calls to Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands (St. Croix, St. John, and St. Thomas), Guam, and Northern Mariana Islands are considered domestic calls.

Question 7

Can I block international calls from being made from my cell phone?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Just call AT&T Customer Care at 866.MOBILITY and request that international calls be blocked.

Question 8

How do I send a text, picture, or video message from the U.S. to another country?

Accepted Answer

To send any international message, dial “+” followed by the country code and local number.

Example: +44 1234567
Tip: With most phones, the + sign will appear if you press and hold down the 0 key.

Question 9

What options are available for customers who want to send a text message from the U.S to an international number?

Accepted Answer

Unlimited texting from the U.S. to 200+ countries is included in select domestic postpaid plans such as AT&T Unlimited plans, AT&T Mobile Share, and AT&T 4GB.

If your plan does not include unlimited texting from the US, you can send messages on a pay-per-use basis.

International Text Messages:
• To send: $0.25/text
• To receive: Standard domestic messaging rates apply

International Picture/Video Messages:
• To send: $0.50/message
• To receive: Standard domestic messaging rates apply.

Question 10

What are my current rates with AT&T World Current Value?

Accepted Answer

For AT&T World Connect Value rates, please visit Retired AT&T World Connect Value Rates

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Frequently asked questions

How can I get international long distance service added to my account?

Does AT&T offer discounted rates for international long distance calling?

Are there any special international calling plans for Canada and Mexico?

How do I make an international long distance call from the U.S. to Canada, Mexico and other countries?

How are international long distance calls charged?