How to send an international fax online
Learn how to send an international fax online: verify destination support, number format, per-page cost, mobile options and delivery confirmation.
International online faxing adds two decision points beyond an ordinary domestic send: destination formatting and country-specific pricing or coverage. Verify that the service supports the destination, use the required international number format, and check any per-page surcharge before sending a large document.
FaxScout verdict
Fax.Plus
Best balanced choice for many small-business and team workflows.
From $6.99/mo; Business $27.99/mo; Enterprise $79.99/mo
- Clear 200 / 500 / 1,000+ page ladder
- Email-to-fax and mobile apps
- Business team/admin controls
- Enterprise API, SSO, BAA and data residency
Avoid if: Not the economical HIPAA choice for a small practice because Fax.Plus lists BAA/HIPAA on Enterprise only.
What matters for this decision
Side-by-side shortlist
| Provider | Starting price | Allowance | HIPAA / BAA | Number | Porting | Email fax | API | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fax.PlusBest balanced choice for many small-business and team workflows | From $6.99/mo; Business $27.99/mo; Enterprise $79.99/mo | 200 (combined) | Enterprise only / Yes | Yes | Premium+ | Yes; HIPAA accounts use the dedicated TLS-enforced @tls.fax.plus route | Enterprise | 9.1/10 |
| iFaxStrong low-volume healthcare and HIPAA-oriented option | Basic $12.49/mo (200 pages); Plus $24.99/mo (500 pages) | 200 (combined) | Plus+ / Yes | Plus+ | Yes | Yes | Yes | 8.9/10 |
| eFaxEstablished fax platform with HIPAA-compliant Personal/Business options and BAA availability on Business and above | Personal: 200 pages/mo; Business: 500 pages/mo and 5 users (current price configured on eFax checkout) | 200 (combined) | Personal and Business marketed as HIPAA compliant / Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Corporate | 8.5/10 |
Published plan facts use the provider verification dates maintained in FaxScout’s research data. “Verify” means the provider does not expose a sufficiently clear public answer for FaxScout to state it as fact.
Practical workflow
- Choose a compatible service.Confirm the exact workflow and plan before uploading sensitive documents.
- Prepare the document.PDF is the safest common format for predictable rendering.
- Verify the destination number.Avoid preventable misroutes before transmission.
- Send and retain status.Keep the delivery record when the document matters.
International fax checklist
How FaxScout would make the decision
Start with non-negotiables: BAA eligibility, monthly volume, existing-number continuity, team size and API/integration requirements. Then compare total expected cost. Cosmetic features are tiebreakers, not reasons to ignore a major constraint.
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Frequently asked questions
How do I format an international fax number?
Use the provider’s required international format, typically including the country code. Verify the exact dialing format in the service before sending.
Do international faxes cost more?
They can. Some providers charge different rates by destination, so verify the country-specific price rather than assuming the domestic plan allowance applies unchanged.
Can I send an international fax from my phone?
Yes when the online fax service supports both the destination and a mobile or browser workflow.
Sources & verification
Material plan facts were checked against primary documentation at the verification date shown above.
- Fax.Plus — official documentation
- Fax.Plus — official documentation
- Fax.Plus — official documentation
- iFax — official documentation
- iFax — official documentation
- iFax — official documentation
- eFax — official documentation
- eFax — official documentation
- eFax — official documentation