If you’re looking for a way to watch HBO Now overseas outside the United States then read on as we’ve got the information you’ve been looking for.

HBO Now is an online content streaming platform that is available to users who don’t have a cable subscription. So if you’ve cut the cord and only watch online content or you just don’t subscribe to HBO via your cable subscription then you’re in for a treat.

HBO Now is only available in the US which means if you’re a US citizen living overseas you can’t directly watch but if you want to learn how to watch HBO Now overseas then we’ve put together this little guide to help you.

It is an extremely easy process and even if you’re not great with technology we promise you that you’ll be surprised just how simple it is.

Before you start

If you don’t already have a HBO Now account then you’ll need to sign-up first. If you’ve already got a HBO Now account you can skip to the next section.

You can only sign-up on a mobile device running Android or iOS (Apple) even if you want to watch on a laptop or desktop.

If you’re outside the US then you’ll need to download the Android app from here or here or follow this guide on how to download Android apps outside their intended country.

If you’re using an Apple device like the iPhone or iPad then follow this guide on how to download Apple apps outside their intended country.

Watch HBO Now overseas on a Mobile or Tablet

If you try to access the HBO Now app overseas outside the US you’ll be blocked from viewing.

To unblock it you need to get a service called a VPN. Follow the instructions below on how to do that.

1. Visit the VPN provider IPVanish.
2. Click Start Now and complete the sign-up process.
3. Visit your app store and search “IPVanish“. Install the app.
4. Run the app and login.
5. Select United States and press Connect.

Once the IPVanish app has connected you can launch the HBO Now app and watch from anywhere in the world.

Watch HBO Now overseas on a Desktop or Laptop

If you visit the HBO Now website you’ll be blocked from logging in and watching, even if you have a valid subscription.

To unblock it on a desktop or laptop follow the instructions below.

1. Visit the VPN provider IPVanish.
2. Click Start Now and complete the sign-up process.
3. Go back to the main IPVanish website and click Apps at the top.
4. Download the app for your Windows or Mac device.
5. Install, Run it and login when required.
6. Select United States (1.).
7. Press Connect (2.)

Once the software has connected you can visit the HBO Now website.

How to watch HBO Now overseas on an Apple TV

Watching HBO Now on an Apple TV requires a different service called a SmartDNS.#

SmartDNS allows you to watch HBO Now overseas on your Apple TV by altering your location in the eyes of the HBO Now service. Similar to a VPN the set up is extremely easy.

The provider Overplay with their JetSwitch SmartDNS system is the easiest to set up. To watch HBO Now on your Apple TV overseas follow the simple instructions below.

1. Sign up at Overplay.
2. Follow the easy instructions to set up SmartDNS on your Apple TV.
3. Enjoy watching HBO Now overseas!

As you can see the process is extremely easy, so easy in fact that even a beginner could do it.

What is HBO Now offering?

HBO Now is similar to Netflix and initially launched on Apple platforms. It is available now on Apple TV, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch, Android and on desktop and laptop.

HBO Now is different to the long running and popular HBO Go service because it is available to anyone with an internet connection. HBO Go is a free streaming service available to customers with an active HBO subscription and this is what makes HBO Now such an exciting development.

HBO Now offers every season and episode of some of their best productions such as Game of Thrones, The Wire, The Sopranos, Girls, True Detective and more. There are over 2000 titles in total with up and coming programming to be released with the likes of The Brink, Bessie and Westworld.

A 30 day free trial for new users is available that makes signing up worthwhile, even if you just want to test the service out or watch a few series of your favourite show because if you cancel before the 30 days are up you don’t pay a cent.

Don’t forget you can watch anywhere in the world with a VPN, just follow the instructions above or click the button below to get started.