- 8 Iridium airtime services
- Prepaid & postpaid
- Global Iridium coverage
Iridium airtime plans
Iridium Plans: Airtime for Every Iridium Device
Prepaid and postpaid airtime for Iridium satellite phones, Iridium GO!, GO! exec, Push-to-Talk, Certus broadband and GMDSS maritime safety. Compare every Iridium service and order online.
Iridium GO! plans from$69.25per month
- Activation, recharge & reactivation
- Prepaid or monthly plans
- Expert Iridium support
- Since 197450+ years in satellite communications
- Global coverageIridium network, pole to pole
- All Iridium servicesVoice, data, PTT, Certus, GMDSS
- Expert supportSatellite specialists by phone and email
Overview
What are Iridium plans?
Iridium plans are the airtime subscriptions that connect Iridium devices to the Iridium satellite network. The right plan depends on your device (satellite phone, Iridium GO!, GO! exec, PTT handset, Certus or GMDSS terminal) and on how often you use it.
Choose prepaid for occasional use with no monthly bill, or postpaid for a monthly allowance and one predictable invoice. Every plan below can be ordered online or activated with the help of our team.
In short: Global Satellite offers eight Iridium airtime services. Satellite phone plans start at $72.00 per month or $197.00 prepaid, Iridium GO! from $69.25 per month, GO! exec from $203.54 per month, PTT from $372.00 per quarter, Certus from $112 per month and GMDSS from $40.00 per month.
Iridium plans at a glance
- Satellite phones
- Postpaid from $72.00/month
- Prepaid minutes
- From $197.00 (100 min)
- Iridium GO!
- From $69.25/month
- GO! exec
- From $203.54/month
- Push-to-Talk
- From $372.00/quarter
- Certus
- From $112/month
- GMDSS
- From $40.00/month
- Coverage
- Global, pole to pole
- Support
- Activation, recharge, renewal
Iridium service portfolio
Choose your Iridium service
Eight Iridium airtime services, from occasional satellite phone use to professional maritime and team communications. Pick your service to see every plan, price and order option.
Iridium satellite phone
Iridium Postpaid
Monthly
Monthly minutes and SMS for regular Iridium phone users.
From$72.00/ month
- Seasonal 10
- Starter 25
- Advanced 100
- Power 250
Iridium satellite phone
Iridium Prepaid
No contract
Prepaid minutes valid from 30 days to 2 years, worldwide or regional.
From$197.00100 min
- 100 to 3,000 min
- Latin America
- Africa & Middle East
Iridium GO!
Iridium GO! Postpaid
Monthly
Monthly voice plans for the Iridium GO! hotspot, including Unlimited data & SMS.
From$69.25/ month
- GO! 5
- Promo 1500 SMS
- GO! 75
- GO! 150
- Unlimited
Iridium GO!
Iridium GO! Prepaid
No contract
Prepaid voice, data and SMS packages for seasonal Iridium GO! users.
From$448.00Text & Call
- Seasonal 400
- Annual 1000
- Text & Call
Iridium GO! exec
Iridium GO! exec Airtime
Voice + IP data
Voice minutes and IP data for the GO! exec, monthly or annual, with an Unlimited data plan.
From$203.54/ month
- 25 MB
- 50 MB
- Unlimited
- 125 MB
- 250 MB
- Annual
Iridium PTT handsets
Iridium PTT
Push-to-talk
Instant group voice for teams, with talk groups and custom coverage areas.
From$372.00/ quarter
- Quarterly handset
- Annual handset
- Talk groups
Iridium Certus terminal
Iridium Certus
Maritime & remote
L-band voice and broadband for vessels and remote operations, or as a backup link.
From$112/ month
- 0 MB to 10 GB
- Monthly
- Annual
Iridium GMDSS terminal
Iridium GMDSS
Safety
GMDSS distress, safety voice and messaging airtime for SOLAS vessels.
From$40.00/ month
- Monthly Basic
- Monthly Value
- Annual Value
Prices in US dollars, from the lowest plan on each service page. Activation and reactivation fees are shown on each plan page.
Plan guide
Which Iridium plan do you need?
Iridium airtime depends on the device you use and how often you use it. Find your device below, then choose between monthly (postpaid) and pay-in-advance (prepaid) service.
| Your device | Plan | Price from | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iridium satellite phone (Extreme 9575, 9555) | Iridium Postpaid | $72/month (Seasonal 10, 3-month term) | Regular voice and SMS users |
| Iridium satellite phone | Iridium Prepaid | $197 (100 minutes, valid 30 days) | Occasional use, travel, emergency backup |
| Iridium GO! | Iridium GO! Postpaid | $69.25/month (GO! 5) | Sailors and travelers who use the GO! every month |
| Iridium GO! | Iridium GO! Prepaid | $448 (Text & Call) | Seasonal trips with no contract |
| Iridium GO! exec | Iridium GO! exec Airtime | $203.54/month (25 MB, 25 minutes) | Email, messaging apps and voice from a laptop or phone |
| Iridium PTT handsets | Iridium PTT | $372/quarter per handset, plus a talk-group plan | Teams that need instant group voice |
| Iridium Certus terminal (vessels) | Iridium Certus | $112/month (3-month contract) | Maritime voice and broadband, backup link |
| Iridium GMDSS terminal | Iridium GMDSS | $40/month (Monthly Basic) | SOLAS vessels needing distress and safety service |
Regional prepaid options for Latin America and Africa & Middle East are also available. Not sure which plan fits? Talk to an Iridium specialist.
Prepaid
Pay in advance
No monthly bill, no contract.
- Buy a block of minutes or units valid for a set period, from 30 days to 24 months.
- Best for occasional use, seasonal trips and phones kept for emergencies.
- Recharge before expiry to keep the SIM active; reactivation options are available if a SIM has expired.
Postpaid
Monthly plan
One predictable bill every month.
- A monthly allowance of minutes and SMS, billed every month.
- Contract terms from month to month to 6 months, depending on the plan.
- Best for regular users, crews and businesses that call every month. Some plans include voice pooling.
Why Iridium
One network, every corner of the planet
Iridium is the only satellite network with truly global coverage, including oceans, deserts and polar regions. That makes it the reference for satellite phones, personal hotspots, push-to-talk and maritime safety services.
Global Satellite has supplied satellite communications since 1974. We activate, recharge and support Iridium airtime for individuals, vessels, companies and government teams.
Simple activation
How activation and recharge work
Tell us your device
New activation, plan renewal, recharge of an active SIM, or reactivation of an expired SIM.
Choose your plan
Postpaid or prepaid voice, GO! or GO! exec airtime, PTT, Certus or GMDSS.
We activate or recharge
Your SIM is activated or topped up and the plan applied.
We support you
Plan changes, renewals, balance questions and technical help from our team.
Use cases
Who uses Iridium airtime?
Commercial vessels and yachts
Voice, data and GMDSS safety service at sea.
Mining, oil & gas, construction
Reliable lines for crews beyond cell coverage.
Emergency responders
Satellite voice and PTT when local networks fail.
NGOs and field missions
Contact for staff in remote and unstable regions.
Aviation and travel
Coverage for crews and travelers in remote areas.
Expeditions
Phones, hotspots and tracking for expedition teams.
FAQ
Iridium plans: frequently asked questions
Straight answers about prices, coverage, recharge and choosing the right Iridium service.
Tell us your device, where you operate and how you use it. We help you pick the right plan.
- Worldwide+1 (954) 459-3002
- USA office+1 (954) 459-3000
- E-mailsupport@globalsatellite.us
How much do Iridium plans cost?
Iridium satellite phone plans start at $72.00 per month (postpaid) or $197.00 for 100 prepaid minutes. Iridium GO! plans start at $69.25 per month, Iridium GO! exec at $203.54 per month, Iridium PTT at $372.00 per handset per quarter, Iridium Certus at $112 per month and Iridium GMDSS at $40.00 per month.
Which Iridium plan is best for occasional use?
A prepaid plan. You pay once for a block of minutes that stays valid for a set period, with no monthly bill. Choose a longer validity if you only use the phone a few times a year.
Does Iridium work everywhere?
The Iridium network covers the entire planet, including oceans and polar regions. Global plans work worldwide; regional prepaid plans for Latin America and Africa & Middle East work only in those regions.
Can I recharge a SIM I already have?
Yes. We recharge active Iridium SIMs and renew postpaid subscriptions. If your SIM has expired, we can reactivate it; reactivation options are shown on each plan page.
How do I check my prepaid balance?
See our guide: How do I check my Iridium prepaid balance?, or contact our support team.
What plan do I need for the Iridium GO! exec?
The GO! exec uses its own airtime plans, with monthly and annual options that combine voice minutes and IP data, including an Unlimited data plan. Standard Iridium GO! plans do not work on the GO! exec.
What is Iridium GMDSS?
Iridium is an approved provider for the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS). Our GMDSS plans provide distress, safety voice and messaging service for SOLAS vessels using approved terminals such as the Iridium LT-3100S.
How do activation and recharge work?
Tell us your device and SIM status, choose your plan, and we activate or recharge your SIM. Our team then supports plan changes, renewals and balance questions. Activation and reactivation fees apply on some plans and are shown on each plan page.
Not sure which Iridium plan is right for you?
Tell us which Iridium device you have, where you operate and how you use it. Our team will recommend the right airtime plan.
- Worldwide+1 (954) 459-3002
- USA office+1 (954) 459-3000
