How can i limit phone usage while my son is traveling out of the country?

[PHIPRE59]

I want my son to be able to use his iPhone while traveling out of the US. I want to limit it's usage to avoid excessive charges. Is there setting for that?

[Weth · Accepted solution]

Which iPhone?   If iPhone 6 or greater, wifi calling can save lots of international charges. 

Also so look at travelpass if going to a supported country, which allows current plan to be used in foreign country for $10/day ($2/day Mexico and Canada)

[PHIPRE59]

The I 6. Thanks for the suggestion

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[vzw_customer_support]

Hello PHIPRE59,

We definitely want to ensure all of your concerns are resolved. What countries will your son be travelling to? What type of coverage will he be needing?

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[mflandshark]

There's family base but I have no idea if that will work while hes out side of the country.

I agree with weth, utilize wifi as much as possible.  If I were you I would suggest turning off his cellular data all together unless he absolutely needs to use his phone.

[PHIPRE59]

Thanks I was considering that also

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[Ann154]

Turning off the radios with Airplane Mode will prevent any accidental cellular usage.

The other option to consider is getting a prepaid local phone and SIM from the local carrier. The cost of the prepaid SIM card can often be less expensive then the international plans from VZW.

[PHIPRE59]

Great tips. Thank you.

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