Troubleshooting roaming
When traveling outside the U.S., your phone usually connects to a partner network — this is called “roaming”. Roaming lets you make calls, send texts, and use data while on a network that isn’t SmartLess Mobile. If your service isn’t working while traveling, follow these steps to get back online.
Step 1: Check your plan and travel add-ons
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Make sure you have a Travel Pass for the country you’re visiting. Travel Passes are available in over 200 countries and give you full access to calls, texts, and data.
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Forgot to add a pass before takeoff? No worries — you can add one as soon as you land. Even without a Travel Pass, you can still access the SmartLess Mobile app and website.
Step 2: Enable Automatic Network Selection
This ensures your phone connects to the correct roaming partner network automatically.
Using iPhone
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Open Settings
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Tap Cellular
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Tap your SmartLess Mobile number under SIMs
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Tap Network Selection
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Make sure Automatic is enabled
Using Android (steps may vary by device and Android version)
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Open Settings
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Tap Network & Internet (or Connections)
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Tap SIMs (or Mobile networks), then select your SmartLess Mobile number
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Ensure Automatically select network is enabled
Note: Steps may vary slightly depending on your Android device and software version. Use the Settings search bar if you don’t see these options.
Step 3: Enable Data Roaming
If calls and texts work but you can’t access the internet, you’ll need to enable Data Roaming.
Using iPhone
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Open Settings
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Tap Cellular
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Tap Cellular Data Options
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Toggle Data Roaming ON
Using Android
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Open Settings
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Tap Network & Internet (or Connections)
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Tap SIMs (or Mobile networks), then select your SmartLess Mobile number
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Toggle Roaming or Data Roaming ON
Note: Steps may vary slightly depending on your Android device and software version. Use the Settings search bar if you don’t see these options.
Step 4: Restart your device
Sometimes a quick restart can refresh your connection and resolve roaming issues. Power off your phone, wait a few seconds, and turn it back on.
Still having trouble?
If your roaming service still isn’t working, contact the SmartLess Mobile Support team for assistance.