Essentials

About this Plan

T-Mobile Essentials is a no contract plan and includes:

• Unlimited nationwide talk and text
• Unlimited 5G & 4G LTE with 50GB of Premium Data
• Unlimited talk, text, and up to 128Kbps data in Mexico and Canada
• Unlimited texting and low flat rate calling at $0.25/minute in 215+ countries and destinations
• Unlimited SD Video streaming (480p)

Family Plan

You can add lines on your account and get Unlimited Talk, Text and Data for each phone. Taxes and fees are EXTRA:

• 1st line costs $60/month with AutoPay
• 2nd line costs $30/month with AutoPay
• 3+ lines cost $15/month with AutoPay
• Without AutoPay, add $5/month per line

Mobile Hotspot Data

This plan includes 3GB mobile hotspot data. For $10/month, you can add 10GB of high-speed 4G LTE mobile hotspot data.

Phones Options

• Bring Your Own phone (must be compatible with T-Mobile's GSM network and unlocked from your previous carrier)
• Pay Upfront: Purchase a new phone from T-Mobile in one upfront payment
• Monthly Payments: Pay off your phone monthly over a 24 month period with an equipment installment plan from T-Mobile (available for well qualified buyers, credit check required) and a down payment may be required on some handsets. If you cancel wireless service, remaining balance on phone becomes due. 0% APR O.A.C. for well-qualified buyers, credit check required. Plus taxes and fees. Qualifying service required.
• eSIM Compatible: Digital SIM that allows you to activate with T-Mobile network without inserting a physical SIM. Visit T-Mobile's Retail Mobile Experts or Customer Care Experts for more help in checking if the your device is compatible with the eSIM.

Protection<360> add-on

Get device benefits and content protection starting from $7 to $25/mo. (+ applicable taxes) depending on device tier. Enroll within 30 days of the purchase of your device. Protection<360> covers:

• Accidental damage, hardware service (mechanical breakdown), loss & theft
• JUMP! Upgrades on EIP devices: upgrade your current device after paying 50%
• AppleCare® Services for eligible Apple devices
• Unlimited screen protector replacement
• McAfee® Security for T-Mobile with ID Theft Protection
• Tips & support with self-service Tech PHD by Assurant® protection app

Features & Benefits

Unlimited Calls & International Messaging

This plan offers unlimited minutes nationwide minutes and text.

Plus, unlimited international texting is included from the US and while abroad to 215+ countries and destination, with low, flat-rate calling at $0.25/minute.

5G Access

Get access to 5G with a 5G capable phone inside the 5G coverage area.

Mexico and Canada data coverage

Unlimited talk, text and 2G data in Mexico and Canada included.

International Pass

T-Mobile customers may now choose between purchasing the 2GB International Pass for $10/day which includes 2GB of high-speed data for use over 1 day, the 5GB International Pass for $35 which includes 5GB of high-speed data for use over 10 days, or the 15GB International Pass for $50 which includes 15GB of high-speed data for use over 30 days. 

Unlimited International Calls add-on

Get Stateside International add-on for $15/month with calls from the U.S., Mexico and Canada to landlines in over 70 countries and to mobile phones in over 30 countries.

Unlimited SD Video Streaming

Customers will get SD quality video streaming (480p). During congestion, users may notice reduced speeds and further reduction if more than 50GB usage and typically streams at DVD quality for smartphone and tablets.

Wi-Fi Calling and Texting

Calling and Texting over Wi-Fi is now automatic at no additional cost. This allows you to make calls and text anywhere in the world you can connect to Wi-Fi.

Family Freedom

Switch up to 4 lines from Verizon, AT&T or other postpaid carriers and T-Mobile will cover your remaining phone payments up to $800 per line (up to $3200 in value), via virtual prepaid card. Device purchase, qualifying plan, and port in required. Terms and conditions apply.

FREE Trial

T-Mobile is offering a 30 days FREE Trial Network Pass to experience their high-speed network and exclusive benefits. Simply bring a compatible unlocked phone with eSIM capability and download the T-Mobile app while you keep your service with your current carrier.

During congestion, customers on this plan who use more than 50GB/month may notice reduced speeds until the next monthly cycle due to data prioritization. Limited to 1 trial per user. More information can be found here.

Team of Experts Support

Postpaid customers have a dedicated team of experts assigned to their account with no bots or transfers from rep to rep. Log in to the T-Mobile App to start sending messages or to see a photo of your team.

Additional Features

• Add Scam Shield Premium for $4/month
• Add an HD streaming pass for $3/day

Other Included Features

The following features are also included:

• Get thanked for being a customer with T-Mobile Tuesdays
• Un-contract: no price change guarantee unless you decide to change it
• 5 layers of scam-blocking protection
• Free Shipping with all new activations
• No activation fees (except for Puerto Rico)
• Use your number on any connected device or use multiple numbers on one device with DIGITS app
• Voicemail with Message Alert
• Emergency Calls
• Call Waiting
• Caller ID
• Conference Calling
• 24/7 Customer Care

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