Traditional carriers charge $2-5/minute for international calls while abroad. PhoneTheWorld lets you call over WiFi for a fraction of the cost.
Call over any WiFi or internet connection. No cellular signal needed. Perfect for expats in areas with poor mobile coverage.
Carrier roaming charges $2-5/min. PhoneTheWorld rates start at 2¢/min. Save up to 99% on international calls.
No geographic restrictions. Use PhoneTheWorld from 200+ countries. No local phone number required — just your email.
Add credits when you can afford them, use them whenever you need. No monthly minimum, no inactivity fees, no expiration.
Real rates from our database. Click any country to see detailed rate information and start calling.
| Method | Rate/min | 10-min call | Monthly (10 calls) |
|---|---|---|---|
| PhoneTheWorld | 6¢ | $0.60 | $6.00 |
| Carrier roaming | $2.50 | $25.00 | $250.00 |
| Skype (discontinued) | 2.4¢ + fee | $0.39 | $3.90 |
| Rebtel subscription | ~$10/mo | Included | $10.00 |
| Calling card | ~5¢ | $0.50 | $5.00 |
Rates current as of June 2026. PhoneTheWorld rates from live database. Competitor rates are estimates.
PhoneTheWorld works entirely in your browser using WiFi or any internet connection. Instead of using your carrier's international roaming (which can cost $2-5/minute), you make calls over the internet. Rates start from 2¢/min for USA landlines, 3¢/min for UK and Germany, and 6¢/min for India. No app download required — just open your browser, sign in, and call.
No. PhoneTheWorld works in any modern browser (Chrome, Safari, Firefox, Edge) using WebRTC technology. You can call from your laptop, tablet, or phone's browser without installing anything. This is especially useful when you're traveling and don't want to install apps on every device.
The most popular destinations for expats calling home are India (6¢/min), Philippines (27¢/min), Mexico (3¢/min), Nigeria (24¢/min), Pakistan (23¢/min), Bangladesh (9¢/min), China (8¢/min), and Vietnam (18¢/min). All rates are per minute with no connection fees.
No. PhoneTheWorld credits never expire. This is perfect for expats who may not call home every week — you can add credits when you have extra money and use them whenever you need. There is no monthly minimum, no inactivity fee, and no expiration.
Yes. PhoneTheWorld works from 200+ countries. As long as you have an internet connection (WiFi or mobile data), you can make calls. You don't need a local phone number — just your email address and an internet connection. This makes it ideal for expats who may move between countries.