T-Mobile raises International Pass prices to $50 and $75
T-Mobile has changed its multi-day International Pass lineup. The 10-day pass now costs US$50 and includes 15GB of high-speed data. The 30-day pass now costs US$75 and includes 30GB. The one-day pass remains US$10 for 2GB.
The higher tiers cost more upfront, but they also include more data than the old versions. T-Mobile's standard roaming call rate changed separately from US$0.25 to US$0.50 per minute on June 25, 2026. An International Pass includes unlimited calling in the eligible destinations during its active period.
The traveler decision: do not compare the new price with the old price alone. First check the high-speed roaming already included in your T-Mobile plan. If that allowance covers the trip, buying nothing is the lowest-cost answer. If you mainly need data, a Roaming eSIM can cost far less. The T-Mobile pass remains useful when unlimited carrier calling, one familiar account or coverage across several eligible countries is worth the extra price.
T-Mobile International Pass prices in 2026
T-Mobile's current pass page lists three choices for eligible postpaid customers in more than 215 countries and destinations.
| Pass | Previous offer | Current offer | Upfront change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 day | US$10 for 2GB | US$10 for 2GB | No change |
| 10 days | US$35 for 5GB | US$50 for 15GB | US$15 more |
| 30 days | US$50 for 15GB | US$75 for 30GB | US$25 more |
The 10-day price rose by about 43%, while its data allowance tripled. The 30-day price rose by 50%, while its allowance doubled. That makes both multi-day passes cheaper per included gigabyte than before, but travelers must spend more to buy either one.
| Pass | Previous price per GB | Current price per GB |
|---|---|---|
| 10 days | US$7.00 | About US$3.33 |
| 30 days | About US$3.33 | US$2.50 |
Price per gigabyte is not the whole value. Unused data expires with the pass, so a traveler who needs 5GB has not saved money by receiving 15GB for a higher total price. Use the travel data calculator before choosing by the largest allowance.
When did the T-Mobile international roaming price change?
T-Mobile's public roaming page dates the standard voice-rate change to June 25, 2026. Android Authority documented the new multi-day pass prices on June 26 after T-Mobile's live pass page changed.
T-Mobile did not publish a dated newsroom announcement for the pass revision that we could locate. This report therefore separates the confirmed current offer from the change date reported when the new prices appeared. The current prices were checked again on August 23.
Older guides remain prominent in search and still describe US$35 for 5GB over 10 days or US$50 for 15GB over 30 days. Those figures are obsolete for the current public offer. Check the price shown in T-Life or the signed-in account before adding a pass, especially if a search result or saved screenshot shows the earlier tiers.
What the current T-Mobile International Pass includes
All three passes add high-speed data and unlimited voice calling in eligible destinations. T-Mobile says the data can also be used as a mobile hotspot. The allowance is one bucket for the full pass, not a daily quota, so a 30-day customer can use more than 1GB on one day.
The pass supplements an eligible T-Mobile plan. It is not a separate travel eSIM and does not replace the customer's line. Texting and the reduced-speed service available after the high-speed bucket depend on the underlying rate plan and destination.
When the pass data runs out, the line returns to the roaming benefit of its regular plan. T-Mobile currently describes reduced speeds of up to 256 Kbps on many plans and up to 128 Kbps for plans without international data service. Those speeds can handle light messaging, but maps, photo uploads and video calls may become difficult.
T-Mobile also publishes several important boundaries:
- a qualifying plan is required;
- the device must register on T-Mobile's US network before international use;
- only one pass can be active at a time;
- activating another pass ends the unused benefits of the earlier one;
- excluded destinations and shipboard cellular networks can have separate charges; and
- the service is not intended for extended international use, and primary use must remain on the US network.
Purchase is available through T-Life, My T-Mobile, the welcome message sent in an eligible country or customer support. Confirm the chosen line and start timing before checkout rather than assuming a pass applies automatically to everyone on a family account.
Is the $75 T-Mobile International Pass still worth it?
The answer depends on which parts of the pass the traveler will actually use.
The US$75 pass can make sense for a month-long, multi-country trip when the traveler expects to use much of the 30GB allowance and wants unlimited carrier calling from the T-Mobile number. It also avoids installing another line or managing a separate provider account.
It is harder to justify for a single-country trip with moderate data use. A traveler who needs 5GB or 10GB pays for a larger T-Mobile bucket whether or not it is used. A data-only Roaming eSIM lets that traveler select a smaller destination or regional plan instead.
The break-even point is not only financial. A carrier-locked phone may be unable to install a second eSIM, even when the device technically supports eSIM. In that case, the existing T-Mobile line can be the practical choice. Check Carrier Lock on iPhone or the network-unlock status supplied by the carrier on Android before planning a second line. The eSIM compatibility guide explains both checks.
T-Mobile International Pass versus Roaming eSIM
| Traveler need | Better fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Use the T-Mobile number for frequent carrier calls | T-Mobile International Pass | Unlimited calling is included during the active pass in eligible destinations |
| Use up to 30GB across several eligible countries | T-Mobile International Pass | One carrier add-on follows the existing line across the supported route |
| Keep setup inside the existing T-Mobile account | T-Mobile International Pass | No separate provider or eSIM profile is needed |
| Buy only the data needed for one country | Roaming eSIM | Smaller country packages can reduce the total cost |
| Compare operators and plan sizes before buying | Roaming eSIM | The live package card publishes price, validity, speed and listed partner networks |
| Prepare a separate data line before departure | Roaming eSIM | An unlocked, compatible phone can install the travel profile before the trip |
| Get plan help at any hour | Roaming eSIM | Roaming eSIM publishes 24/7 support from an EU-based company |
🏆 Roaming eSIM wins for data-first value and plan choice: current 10GB country examples were under US$10 for 30 days when checked on August 23. Travelers can choose a country or regional package instead of paying US$75 for a larger carrier bundle.
T-Mobile wins when its included extras matter: the US$75 pass has three times the data of those 10GB examples, includes eligible carrier calling and can cover many destinations without changing the active line. That is a different product, not a direct price match.
Our 50-destination roaming cost index compares the paid carrier options under one fixed seven-day, 5GB scenario. The travel eSIM versus carrier roaming guide covers the broader setup choice.
Current Roaming eSIM examples for popular destinations
The Roaming eSIM public catalog was checked at 00:25 UTC on August 23. The lowest exact 10GB, 30-day examples returned by the public endpoint were US$9.40 for Japan, US$9.40 for France, US$8.56 for Italy and US$8.56 for the United Kingdom.
| Destination | Checked 10GB, 30-day price | Listed networks on that example |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | US$9.40 | KDDI, NTT Docomo, Rakuten Mobile and SoftBank options |
| France | US$9.40 | Bouygues, Free Mobile, Orange and SFR options |
| Italy | US$8.56 | Iliad, TIM, Vodafone and Wind options |
| United Kingdom | US$8.56 | Three, O2, T-Mobile UK and Vodafone options |
Each checked record supported eligible top-ups and carried a 3G/4G/5G speed label. Prices, inventory and operator combinations can change, so the live card at checkout is authoritative.
These examples are data-only plans. They do not include T-Mobile's carrier calling, do not provide 30GB and do not promise the same 215-destination scope. Compare a Europe Roaming eSIM, Asia 20 Areas Roaming eSIM or Global 120 Areas Roaming eSIM only after confirming every destination on the selected package.
How to use a Roaming eSIM while keeping the T-Mobile number
On an unlocked dual-SIM phone, the traveler can keep the T-Mobile line active for the usual number and assign mobile data to a Roaming eSIM. This can preserve incoming texts while avoiding use of T-Mobile's data path.
Before departure:
- Install the Roaming eSIM while reliable Wi-Fi is available.
- Set the Roaming eSIM as the cellular-data line.
- Turn off cellular-data switching so the phone does not fall back to T-Mobile data.
- Check the selected package's activation and hotspot terms.
- Review T-Mobile's current voice and Wi-Fi Calling charges for the destination.
Keeping the home line active does not make every call free. T-Mobile's standard roaming call rate is now US$0.50 per minute where that rate applies, and voicemail handling can also create call charges. App calls use data instead. The calls and SMS guide and Wi-Fi Calling abroad guide explain the distinction.
Ten questions travelers ask about the T-Mobile International Pass price increase
How much is the T-Mobile 30-day International Pass now?
The current public price is US$75 for 30GB of high-speed data used within 30 days, plus unlimited calling in eligible destinations. A qualifying T-Mobile plan is required.
Did the old $50 T-Mobile International Pass disappear?
The old US$50, 15GB, 30-day offer is no longer on T-Mobile's current public pass page. US$50 now buys the 10-day pass with 15GB.
Is the new $75 pass worse value than the old one?
It costs 50% more upfront but includes twice as much high-speed data. The price per gigabyte is lower, while the total cost is higher. The better choice depends on how much data will actually be used.
Does T-Mobile still offer a 10-day International Pass?
Yes. It now costs US$50 for 15GB over 10 days. The earlier version cost US$35 for 5GB.
Does the pass include unlimited data?
No. It includes a fixed high-speed bucket. After that bucket is used, the line returns to the international data treatment of the underlying T-Mobile plan.
Can I use the pass data as a hotspot?
T-Mobile says International Pass high-speed data can be used as a mobile hotspot. Laptop and shared-device use can consume the bucket quickly, so track total use rather than assuming a separate tethering allowance.
Does the T-Mobile International Pass include calls and texts?
The pass includes unlimited calling in eligible destinations. International texting is usually a benefit of the qualifying underlying plan, so confirm the exact plan and destination rather than treating every account the same.
Will the International Pass work on a cruise ship?
Do not assume it will. Shipboard cellular networks have separate coverage and charges. Use airplane mode at sea unless the ship and T-Mobile explicitly confirm the intended service.
Can I use a travel eSIM and keep my T-Mobile number?
Yes, on many unlocked dual-SIM phones. Set the Roaming eSIM as the data line and prevent cellular-data switching. Calls on the T-Mobile line still follow T-Mobile's current roaming or Wi-Fi Calling terms.
Should I buy a T-Mobile pass or a Roaming eSIM?
Use the T-Mobile pass when carrier calling, one account and broad multi-country coverage justify the higher price. Choose Roaming eSIM when data is the priority and a smaller country or regional plan covers the route for less.
Sources and updates
T-Mobile's live International Pass and roaming pages supplied the current prices, allowances, coverage scope, hotspot use, purchase routes, one-active-pass rule, reduced-speed treatment, US-registration requirement and June 25 voice-rate date. Android Authority supplied the dated June 26 observation that the multi-day prices had changed.
Those discussions were not used as authority for T-Mobile's current terms.
Roaming eSIM prices, network fields and top-up status came from the public catalog at 00:25 UTC on August 23. We will update this URL if T-Mobile changes the pass price, allowance, duration, destination scope, hotspot rule, eligibility, calling treatment or activation behavior. A later change to the same offer belongs here rather than on a competing page.
