Iridium Satellite Phone Plans

Iridium satellite phone plans offer flexible options that give you access to voice and text services from all over the world. Iridium’s network consists of 66 active satellites that orbit the Earth so you can be connected from anywhere, using a handheld device. Iridium is unique in providing full global coverage that includes the poles and oceans.

The options for Iridium sat phone plans in Canada are plentiful and the packages are compatible with all the Iridium satellite phones and devices. Plans are based on regions so choose the bundle that best reflects your itinerary.

For example, the Middle East / North Africa region bundle covers 12 countries including areas that are 12 nautical miles from the coast. These countries include Afghanistan, Cyprus, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Oman, Saudi Arabia, Turkey & United Arab Emirates. But note that some countries within this region ban the use of satellite phones so coverage isn’t provided for Comoros, Cote d'Ivoire, Liberia, Libya, Rwanda, Sao Tome, Seychelles, Sudan, Swaziland and Togo.

Postpaid Iridium Plans

Iridium postpaid plans offer global or region-specific coverage, depending on your traveling needs. The advantage of having a monthly or annual subscription is getting the lowest rate per minute when compared to prepaid plans. However, unlike prepaid, voicemail access is chargeable but with postpaid, the SIM card never expires, and you never have to top up your airtime or data.

Why Choose Postpaid?

Postpaid subscriptions are perfect if you use satellite communications regularly or on a long-term basis. Being a postpaid customer, you get added benefits like free detailed calling records. You’ll never be out of airtime or low on credit saving you from potential hassles while on your trip.

The postpaid options also include an emergency subscription which is paid annually. Along with this package, you get 10 call minutes and 10 text messages every month. This is just what you need if you’re going through remote areas for short periods of time.

Prepaid Iridium Plans

Iridium plans for Canada and Alaska, Middle East and North Africa, Latin America or Africa are available in prepaid bundles to connect you to the Iridium satellite network at any moment. But if you’re traveling to different continents, the Global Prepaid will suit you better. With these service plans you get free SIM card activation, free incoming calls, texts, as well as voicemail.

Why Choose Prepaid?

Iridium Prepaid plans are the most suitable options for short or seasonal work that requires you to travel to far off places with unreliable cellular coverage. This is a no contract, no commitment plan to see you through a few weeks of traveling. The postpaid SIM does not expire but for prepaid there are validity restrictions for active use.

But if you’re nearing your expiration, or run low on airtime, you’ll be notified so you don’t lose what you paid for. The minutes remain valid for 6 months from the activation date and you can roll over unused minutes if you renew before expiring. Iridium offers standard and emergency postpaid subscriptions as well as global and regional discounted prepaid SIM cards, designed to suit your needs. On average it costs about C$50 to C$60 per month to keep an Iridium phone active on a prepaid plan, while postpaid prices are about 20% to 40% more.