Does toll-free mean I can call internationally?

Okay, so you’re wondering if “toll-free” means you can dial up anywhere in the world, right? I get it! It sounds like a free pass to call your long-lost cousin in Brazil, doesn’t it?

Well, unfortunately, the answer is no. Toll-free is more like a “free pass” within your own country. Think of it like this: remember that time I thought I could use my phone’s “free data roaming” in Canada, and then got a HUGE bill? Yeah, similar situation.

Basically, while you can technically dial an international number from a toll-free line, don’t be fooled! You’re going to be slapped with those lovely international rates. So, it’s not free, not even close. Believe me, I learned that the hard way when I accidentally called my aunt in Ireland from a “toll-free” number once! Ouch, my wallet still remembers that.

So, short story long, keep those international calls off the toll-free line unless you’re okay with some serious charges.