Back in the day, making international calls across borders used to be a costly affair. Consumers had to rely on third parties to help their calls connect to people living in different countries. In addition to that, the process was time-consuming and slow. However, the introduction of VoIP (Voice Over Internet Protocol) changed that.
The technology of VoIP was first pioneered by Skype, which allowed users to make calls to others who had a Skype account. And since the introduction of Skype, multiple other VoIP calling apps have also bloomed into the market. With VoIP, you can use your internet connection to make a call anywhere across the globe instead of using a standard phone line. This is because VoIP converts voice signals into digital signals that travel via the internet. Such a marvelous invention effectively made traditional phone calls over international borders obsolete, since the cost of making such VoIP calls was practically nil.
It should be known that services such as WhatsApp and Discord efficiently use VoIP to make free calls internationally. Additionally, apart from using VoIP services, you can also utilise unlimited calling facilities, courtesy of some of the major telecommunication companies located within Mexico. So, if you are looking to connect with someone in the United States without having to pay through your nose, then our comprehensive guide can help you.
1) Make Calls Using Free Calling Apps
If you are looking to make some important calls from Mexico to the United States without spending a dime, then you can easily do so by utilising some of the major free calling apps available within both regions. Currently, the top-most popular free calling apps in Mexico include WhatsApp Messenger, Telegram, and Discord. To start using any of the above-mentioned ones right away, simply follow the suggested steps below.
- Begin by first downloading WhatsApp Messenger, Telegram, or Discord on your Android or iOS smartphone.
- Once downloaded, launch the app and then sign in to your account. If you do not have a pre-existing account, then you have to create one. Signing up for WhatsApp Messenger and Telegram will require your phone number. However, for Discord, you can use your email address.
- After signing in, set up your account, and then provide the app access to your phone contacts list. This will allow the respective app to call people on your contacts list seamlessly.
- Once done, simply tap on the contact you want to call, and you can start talking with the person right away. Keep in mind that the person you are calling should have an active account on the calling app you are using.
2) Sign Up For Google Voice or Skype
In addition to the free calling apps mentioned beforehand, you can also use Google Voice or Skype – either on your computer or your smartphone – to make free calls to your loved ones. To start calling today, follow the recommended steps laid out below.
- Kickstart your journey by visiting the official website of Google Voice or Skype.
- Proceed to log in with either your Google account (for Google Voice) or Microsoft account (for Skype). If you do not have either account, then you need to create one.
- Once signed in, head over to your contacts list on either Google Voice or Skype and choose the contact that you want to call. If you do not have the phone number saved in your contacts, then you can type in the number manually. Ensure that the ISD (International Subscriber Dialling) code is provided as well.
- Finally, you will be able to make your call and talk to the person without any issues.
Please do note that both Google Voice and Skype require sufficient account credits when calling a phone number. However, calls between two Skype accounts are completely free of charge.
3) Explore Free Unlimited Calling Plans
If any of the previously mentioned processes do not fit right with you, then you can always subscribe to unlimited calling plans from any of the popular telecommunication companies in Mexico. Presently, the top three telecom brands in Mexico are America Movil, AT&T, and Telefonica (Movistar) Mexico. Each one of the aforementioned enterprises offers unlimited calling plans that you can put to good use by following the steps provided below.
- Start by heading over to the official websites of AT&T, Telefonica (Movistar) Mexico, and America Movil.
- On the official websites, browse through the unlimited calling plans, preferably those that include international calling between Mexico and the United States.
- Once you have chosen a specific plan, proceed to subscribe to it. It should be known that if you are not an existing subscriber, then you need to apply for a new SIM card, for which you also need to provide your identification documents. New SIM cards must be activated upon delivery or arrival.
- After you have successfully subscribed to your preferred unlimited calling plan, you can start calling right away.
