RCS when roaming

[zaptor99]

Let's say I'm in Europe where PM roaming is not available.  If I'm on Wifi, can I send to and receive from anyone worldwide if they have RCS enabled?  Will it work on Android and iPhone now?

If so, would be nice if companies send 2FA RCS/SMS.  Of course, would be nicer if PM starts supporting international roaming.

[hTideGnow]

hi @BKNS27 actually I can still receive some short code if I pay for lock in number 

[BKNS27]

@kb_mv 

Good to know about the short code on TextNow.

When I signed up on TextNow about 3 years ago. I was able to get short code but not anymore. 
I have the TextNow SIM and credit in my account. Just wonder if the SIM will support the short code?

[DennyCrane]

RCS will work on wifi, but SMS will not. Most MFA codes I receive are still SMS unfortunately, though I can think of one that I deal with that does use RCS.

[kb_mv]

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@BKNS27 wrote:

I don’t think the 2FA code will be send through these apps.

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@zaptor99 @BKNS27 I needed a 2FA SMS once when I was travelling in the Caribbean and using TextNow. Initially I could not get it. I had to subscribe to the monthly keep your number fee after which I received the code. Then I unsubscribed. May want to look into it here; https://help.textnow.com/hc/en-us/articles/1500002893921-Does-TextNow-Support-Verification-Codes

[BKNS27]

@zaptor99 

RCS/SMS should work on wifi. You can also use WhatsApp or TextNow app in Europe for free calling and texting but I don’t think the 2FA code will be send through these apps.

[kb_mv]

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@zaptor99 wrote:

If so, would be nice if companies send 2FA RCS/SMS.  Of course, would be nicer if PM starts supporting international roaming.

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@zaptor99 I must be one of the few that doesn't have RCS turned on lol. It should work on wifi though. Instead of 2FA SMS a far better option would be companies use an authenticator app. Even Revenue Canada uses it now. No worries about where you are and if you can or cannot receive a @2FA SMS. As for extended roaming, we are with a 3rd tier provider......