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Equipment Installment Plan (EIP) and Device Financing

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Why it matters

Device financing agreements create a financial obligation separate from your service plan, and defaulting can result in both service loss and a locked device that cannot be used with another carrier.

Consumer impact

T-Mobile's terms significantly limit how consumers can resolve disputes — mandatory arbitration and a class action waiver mean most legal claims must be handled individually outside of court. T-Mobile also reserves broad rights to change rates, suspend service, and share certain customer data. You can opt out of the mandatory arbitration clause by sending written notice to T-Mobile within 30 days of activating service.

What you can do

āš ļø These actions may provide transparency or partial mitigation but may not fully address the underlying issue. Effectiveness varies by jurisdiction and individual circumstances.
  • Dispute a Fee
    Within 30 days
    If you believe an EIP charge is incorrect, call T-Mobile at 1-800-937-8997 to formally dispute the charge. Request itemized billing documentation and file a written dispute through your online account. If unresolved, escalate to the CFPB.

Applicable agencies

  • CFPB
    Device installment plans may constitute consumer credit under TILA/Regulation Z, making CFPB oversight applicable to disclosure requirements and unfair lending practices.
    File a complaint →

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T-Mobile Terms and Conditions
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T-Mobile
Document last updated
March 24, 2026
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March 20, 2026
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March 20, 2026
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CA-P-001691
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Accessed: April 4, 2026
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