{"id":9946,"date":"2019-11-01T17:18:43","date_gmt":"2019-11-01T09:18:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.you.co\/en-SG\/?p=9946"},"modified":"2026-03-05T18:18:30","modified_gmt":"2026-03-05T10:18:30","slug":"giga-review-jetset-roaming-pass","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/blog\/giga-review-jetset-roaming-pass\/","title":{"rendered":"giga Review: Jetset Pass Data Roaming in Johor Bahru, Malaysia"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>We&#8217;re putting giga&#8217;s data roaming service, Jetset giga Pass, to the test through a weekend trip in Johor Bahru (JB), Malaysia!<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you haven\u2019t heard, StarHub launched a no-contract SIM card under the giga brand in May 2019. While the no-contract SIM offers a great 25GB data per month with auto rollover of unused data, our travellers are still curious about one thing: <strong>How much is the data roaming service? How reliable is it? How do I get the Jetset giga Pass?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There\u2019s only one way to find out, so I made a trip to JB after work on Friday. Yes, it\u2019s the same JB trip that we left office early to test out <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"YouTrip vs Revolut vs TransferWise (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.you.co\/en-SG\/blog\/youtrip-vs-revolut-vs-transferwise-jb-weekend-getaway\/\" target=\"_blank\"><span style=\"color:#702d82\" class=\"color\">YouTrip vs Revolut vs TransferWise<\/span><\/a>! \ud83d\ude0e<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here\u2019s our review of giga&#8217;s data roaming service:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How many countries are supported?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There\u2019s only one type of Jetset giga Pass and at SGD $5, it offers 1 GB for 5 days. These are the countries you can use the Jetset giga Pass in:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Australia \ud83c\udde6\ud83c\uddfa<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>China \ud83c\udde8\ud83c\uddf3<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hong Kong \ud83c\udded\ud83c\uddf0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Indonesia \ud83c\uddee\ud83c\udde9<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Japan \ud83c\uddef\ud83c\uddf5<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Macau \ud83c\uddf2\ud83c\uddf4<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Malaysia \ud83c\uddf2\ud83c\uddfe<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Myanmar \ud83c\uddf2\ud83c\uddf2<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>New Zealand \ud83c\uddf3\ud83c\uddff<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Philippines \ud83c\uddf5\ud83c\udded<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>South Korea \ud83c\uddf0\ud83c\uddf7<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Taiwan \ud83c\uddf9\ud83c\uddfc<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Thailand \ud83c\uddf9\ud83c\udded<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Vietnam \ud83c\uddfb\ud83c\uddf3<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How to buy the Jetset giga Pass?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.you.co\/en-SG\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2019\/11\/app1.png\" alt=\"How to buy the Jetset giga Pass\" class=\"wp-image-9973\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2019\/11\/app1.png 900w, https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2019\/11\/app1-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2019\/11\/app1-768x512.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Getting the pass was pretty straightforward. The Jetset giga Pass was easily located under the Roaming tab in the giga app, where I track my data and calls usage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.you.co\/en-SG\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2019\/11\/app2.png\" alt=\"How to buy the Jetset giga Pass\" class=\"wp-image-9974\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2019\/11\/app2.png 900w, https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2019\/11\/app2-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2019\/11\/app2-768x512.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Roaming &gt; Jetset giga pass &gt; Add 1 &gt; Let\u2019s roll! &gt; Pay<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I could pay for the pass with the credit or debit card that I\u2019ve saved in the giga app, or I could also choose to input another card for payment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The payment page also allowed me to key in a promo code for discounts or redemptions. And yes, I do have a <strong><span style=\"color:#702d82\" class=\"color\">special promo code<\/span><\/strong> for you to redeem a free Jetset Roaming Pass. YouTroopers are always blessed with #YouTripPerks!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How to activate the Jetset giga Pass?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Among other roaming data plans that I\u2019ve used, the Jetset giga Pass was one of the most stress-free experiences. I could buy a Jetset giga Pass anytime and store it in my giga account, and it would activate automatically upon arriving in my holiday destination.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.you.co\/en-SG\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2019\/11\/giga-activation.png\" alt=\"How to activate the Jetset giga Pass\" class=\"wp-image-9976\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2019\/11\/giga-activation.png 900w, https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2019\/11\/giga-activation-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2019\/11\/giga-activation-768x512.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When I was crossing the Woodlands Checkpoint causeway, my Jetset giga Pass kicked in immediately and my Singapore network switched to a Malaysia network within seconds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How to configure APN settings?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Like most roaming data, I had to check that my Access Point Name (APN) settings were correct. At first I thought APN settings were automatic, so while I was connected to Malaysia\u2019s DiGi network, I wasn\u2019t getting any data. Don\u2019t make the same mistake as I did! Make sure you enter \u201cgiga\u201d in your phone\u2019s APN name settings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.you.co\/en-SG\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2019\/11\/apn-settings.png\" alt=\"How to configure APN settings giga jetset pass\" class=\"wp-image-9977\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2019\/11\/apn-settings.png 900w, https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2019\/11\/apn-settings-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2019\/11\/apn-settings-768x512.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Phone Settings &gt; Data &amp; Network &gt; Mobile Network &gt; Access Point Name &gt; APN: giga<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How stable is giga&#8217;s roaming data?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Throughout our JB trip, I was connected to a strong 4G network and didn\u2019t encounter any disruptions to my data usage \u2013 just like how I\u2019m using my data in Singapore. I could also track the amount of roaming data I\u2019ve used in the giga app, in case I overrun my limit. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Overall, the Jetset giga Pass remains as one of my favourite data roaming options because it\u2019s what I call \u201croaming for dummies\u201d with its seamless and no frills giga app. Buy it, store it, and it\u2019ll be automatically activated when you arrive in your holiday destination. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Is the Jetset giga Pass for me?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Unlike other carriers that require an activation fee (I\u2019m looking at you, M1), I don\u2019t feel a pinch whenever I purchase the Jetset giga Pass.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>If you&#8217;re heading for a short holiday<\/strong> and want to stay connected on Telegram, WhatsApp, and other messaging apps, you can easily rely on the inexpensive Jetset giga Pass. I even did some light browsing on social media apps!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>If you&#8217;re going on a longer holiday or require more data<\/strong>, here&#8217;s a list of the <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"cheapest travel wifi routers (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.you.co\/en-SG\/blog\/cheapest-travel-wifi-router-rental-singapore-2019\/\" target=\"_blank\"><span style=\"color:#702d82\" class=\"color\">cheapest travel wifi routers<\/span><\/a> we&#8217;ve compared for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">And no matter which data roaming or travel wifi option you choose for your holidays, don&#8217;t forget to bring your <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.you.co\/en-SG\/blog\/everything-you-need-to-know-about-youtrip\/\" target=\"_blank\"><span style=\"color:#702d82\" class=\"color\">YouTrip card<\/span><\/a> to utilise YouTrip\u2019s <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.you.co\/en-SG\/blog\/what-are-wholesale-exchange-rates-how-to-use\/\" target=\"_blank\"><span style=\"color:#702d82\" class=\"color\">Wholesale Exchange Rates<\/span><\/a>&nbsp;for favourable currency exchange rates!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Read:&nbsp;<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"4 Haunted Hotels in Asia &amp; Their Horror Stories (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.you.co\/en-SG\/blog\/haunted-hotels-in-asia-horror-stories\/\" target=\"_blank\"><span style=\"color:#702d82\" class=\"color\">4 Haunted Hotels in Asia &amp; Their Horror Stories<\/span><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Read:&nbsp;<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"JB: How to Escape the Crowd (Weekend Itinerary Guide) (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.you.co\/en-SG\/blog\/jb-weekend-itinerary-guide-how-to-avoid-weekend-crowd\/\" target=\"_blank\"><span style=\"color:#702d82\" class=\"color\">JB: How to Escape the Crowd (Weekend Itinerary Guide)<\/span><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Read: <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"What Can I (and Can't) Take from Hotel Rooms? 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