You can make your calls as cheap as possible with international calling cards. But if you want them still cheaper, then you should keep in mind that the cheapest is not always the best. There are very cheap calling cards available, but before you buy them, it is mandatory to check if they have any conditions that are not blatantly expressed. No plan will be offered to you without some benefit, if not profit to the company. You can find some companies with comparatively cheaper rates, but keep in mind that calling rates differ from country to country, and so you should find the best deal for yourself.

Tel3 is a pioneer in long-distance phone service that offers cheaper call rates than many major telecom companies. This company claims to have the lowest international rates available and provides free minutes on sign-up. The international plan for this company comes with free minutes on domestic calls, as well as a monthly fee of only $1.95. All this can be done online, by filling out a form and getting your PIN by email. An automatic recharge of $25 will be done every month if your balance goes below $3.

iDPhonecard can be accessed in 50 countries for very cheap rates, compared to normal international calling rates. The company specifically mentions the lack of any hidden fees in their cards. Fully refundable and non-rechargeable, the rates depend on the country you are calling, but you get roughly 208 minutes for 10 dollars.

ZapTel Companys website also claims to give you the cheapest international calling rates. The website www.zaptel.com sells cards like Oceans, True North, Wireless World, Flying Colors, etc., apart from ZapTels own Call the World and International Students Choice international calling cards. The denominations start from $10 and go up to $50 on some cards.