Travel Guide

Avoid Roaming Charges in Europe

Use StartACall to make and receive real phone calls from your browser while traveling across Europe. Keep your regular phone number, add local virtual numbers, and stay connected without roaming fees.

How it Works
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How StartACall Helps You Avoid Roaming Charges

A simple setup in your browser replaces traditional roaming for calls during travel.

1

Connect to Wi Fi

Use hotel or public Wi Fi or your local data plan. StartACall runs in the browser so you are not using your home carrier for calls.

2

Add a Local Number

Purchase a virtual local number in the country you are visiting and receive calls as if you had a local SIM card.

3

Call from Browser

Dial or receive calls in Chrome Safari or Firefox. No downloads and no SIM swaps required.

Top Tips

Enable Wi Fi calling when available and assign a local virtual number for each country you plan to stay in. Use AI Copilot for real time transcripts so you never miss important details during calls.

Local Presence
Receive calls on a local number so contacts dial locally and avoid international charges.
Cross Device
Use any device with a modern browser. Calls follow you wherever you log in.

Popular European Country Codes

Quick reference for common destination codes when adding local numbers.

CountryCode
United Kingdom+44
Germany+49
France+33
Spain+34
CountryCode
Italy+39
Netherlands+31
Portugal+351
Ireland+353

Why travelers and teams use StartACall

StartACall connects the web to the phone network so you can call any number from your browser. Setup is instant and you can manage numbers from a single dashboard while on the move.

  • Make and receive calls from any browser
  • Buy virtual local numbers across Europe
  • AI Copilot for live transcripts and suggested replies
  • Real time call analytics and control

Instant Setup

Create an account and buy a local number in minutes without hardware.

Global Coverage

Local numbers available across major European markets and beyond.

Secure

Encrypted WebRTC calls and privacy controls for your numbers.

Browser Calling

Call any mobile or landline directly from Chrome Safari or Firefox.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will I be charged roaming fees if I use StartACall?

If you use StartACall over Wi Fi or a local data connection and make calls through our platform the call traffic does not go through your home carrier and you avoid carrier roaming fees.

Do I need to change my SIM?

No. You can keep your existing SIM and use StartACall in the browser to make and receive calls on virtual local numbers without swapping SIM cards.

Can I get a local number for a short stay?

Yes. Purchase or rent local virtual numbers for the countries you visit and manage them from your StartACall dashboard.

Does StartACall require downloads?

No. StartACall works entirely in modern browsers. There is no app to download for basic calling functionality.

Ready to avoid roaming charges in Europe?

Sign up and start making and receiving calls in your browser. No downloads and no SIM changes required.