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Bring your own device.

Save $35 with no activation fee when you activate any device with a compatible SIM or eSIM. If you need a new physical SIM card, we’ll ship one to you at no cost.

Let’s check if your
device is compatible

Enter your IMEI number to confirm your device’s compatibility with the Verizon network.

Browse plans for
your device

As long as your device is compatible, we
have a plan to fit your needs.

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15 GB

$35

/mo with Auto Pay

First month for $45/mo

Hotspot and router plans 3-year price lock guarantee

Plan features

  • Mobile Hotspot from plan allowance

Unlimited

$50

/mo with Auto Pay

First month for $60/mo

Hotspot and router plans 3-year price lock guarantee

Plan features

  • 5 GB Mobile Hotspot

Includes 5G Ultra Wideband

Unlimited Plus

$60

/mo with Auto Pay

First month for $70/mo

Hotspot and router plans 3-year price lock guarantee

Plan features

  • Hotspot and router plans 5G Ultra Wideband 
  • 25 GB premium Mobile Hotspot
  • 50 GB premium network access
  • talk and text Unlimited talk & text
  • Global Choice at no additional cost for 1 country/mo

You can also use eSIM to activate your new phone plan.

Have questions?
We’ve got answers.

What phones can I use with Verizon Prepaid service?

If you want to buy a new prepaid phone, go to our Prepaid phones page to see all the prepaid phones available. Otherwise, visit a Verizon store or your local retailer.

Check our Bring Your Own Device page to see if you can use a phone you already have (including Apple iPhone).

Add a device to your existing prepaid account.

Can I Use eSIM to activate my phone plan?

Download the My Verizon app to automatically check your phone's eSIM compatibility. Or enter your device info here to check compatibility.

If your phone is not compatible and you need a new physical SIM card, you can visit a Verizon store or order a new one and we'll ship it anywhere in the U.S.

For more information, visit our eSIM Support page.

Can I call international locations with my Prepaid service?

All our unlimited plans offer talk text to Mexico and Canada, Puerto Rico and the US Virgin Islands. You can use your Prepaid phone to make calls to other international locations at your per-minute rate plus the per-minute charges found on the Prepaid International Calling page.

If you frequently call other countries, we offer:

  • Global Choice to get unlimited calls to one country/month and discounted rates to 220+ countries (included in our $65 Unlimited Plus smartphone plan)
  • Prepaid International Calling plans that you can add to your Prepaid plan for a set monthly fee

International networks change frequently, so certain locations may not be available at all times. Pricing is subject to change without notice.

How much data do I need with my Prepaid plan?

How much data you need depends on what you do with your device. Here are some examples (not your actual usage):

Data recommendations by usage
Usage habits Recommended data amount per device
You mostly talk and text, but use social media occasionally Less than 5 GB/month
You stream music, upload photos on social media and browse the internet 5 - 10 GB/month
You stream video and are always online 10+ GB/month

If you already have a Verizon Prepaid plan, review your usage details for actual numbers.

You can change your plan using My Verizon.

Note: Data usage for mobile hotspot devices depends on how many devices are connected to it and what they're doing. Usage could be 30 GBs or more if 3 devices are streaming music or video.

Is 5G Ultra Wideband available on Prepaid service?

Yes, you can get 5G Ultra Wideband with any of our unlimited phone plans.

5G Ultra Wideband access requires a 5G-capable device inside the 5G Ultra Wideband Coverage Area. Includes 4K UHD streaming on capable devices. Downloads over 5G Ultra Wideband.