Got Questions about Essentials Choice 55?

Question 1

What do I need to know about Essentials Choice 55?

Accepted Answer

Starting February 22, 2024, new and existing customers aged 55 and older can get one of the sweetest deals in wireless.

Here’s how:

Essentials Choice 55 is just the necessities for wireless: unlimited talk, text, and smartphone data on our network, PLUS Scam Shield Premium is included at no additional cost. Unlike our Go5G plans, taxes and fees are not included in the pricing.
This plan is limited to a maximum of two voice lines.
Eligible new customers can go into any T-Mobile store and sign up. Please bring valid government proof of age (i.e. driver’s license, passport) to prove eligibility.
Existing customers can switch in a T-Mobile store, visiting us on digital media, or by calling us at 1-800-TMOBILE. You may be asked to provide proof of eligibility at a T-Mobile store if we do not have your date of birth on record.
Essentials Choice 55 comes with unlimited hotspot at 3G speeds. For $10 per month, you can add 10GB of high-speed 4G LTE hotspot.

Question 2

Who's eligible for this plan?

Accepted Answer

All existing and new T-Mobile postpaid customers who are 55 years of age or older can get Essentials Choice 55.
Proof of age is required.
New customers can sign up at their local T-Mobile store with government issued ID and existing customers can sign up by calling 1. 800.TMOBILE, visiting us on digital media, or visiting www.T-Mobile.com or a local retail store.

Question 3

How many lines can I get on Essentials 55 or Essentials Choice 55?

Accepted Answer

One and two-line options are available. If you need more than two lines, compare our Go5G® 55, Go5G Plus® 55 or Go5G Next 55 rate plan options.

Question 4

Can I mix an Essentials 55 or Essentials Choice 55 line with a Go5G Plan line?

Accepted Answer

The Essentials™ 55 and Essentials Choice 55 plans are limited to a maximum of two voice lines. If you need more than two voice lines, Go5G™ plans may better fit your needs. It is not possible to mix Essentials™ lines with Go5G™ lines on the same account.

Question 5

What if I am 55 or older and want more than just the wireless necessities? Is there an offer for me?

Accepted Answer

For those who want more, The Go5G Plus™ 55 or plan includes everything in the Essentials™ 55 plan, plus unlimited Premium Data, 50GB of high-speed mobile hotspot data, Netflix Standard with ads on us, international and travel benefits like up to 5GB of high-speed data in 215+ countries and destinations, unlimited in-flight Wi-Fi, and up to 15GB of high-speed data in Canada and Mexico, where there are no setup or roaming charges and your phone works the moment you arrive.

Question 6

Can I get this deal in addition to T-Mobile’s other promotions?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you may combine this offer with some device offers, Keep and Switch or Carrier Freedom. Check out our Deals page for other offers. If you switch to Essentials™ 55 or Essentials Choice 55 and are receiving prior device or service offers, talk to our Team of Experts to ensure that this plan is compatible with your prior offers.

Question 7

Does everyone on the account need to be older than 55?

Accepted Answer

No. To sign up for Essentials 55, Essentials Choice 55, Go5G™ 55, Go5G Plus™ 55, or Go5G Next 55, only the primary account holder must provide proof of age.

Number of Lines

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2

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4

EssentialsChoice 55

$45/mo.

$30/line

Magenta®55+

$50/mo.

$35/line

$35/line

$35/line

Magenta® MAX55+

$65/mo.

$45/line

$45/line

$45/line

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Choice 55

Magenta^®
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Magenta^® MAX
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