Set up and activate a satellite SIM for evaluation testing
Create a service policy for combined network access
The service policy should permit a device to access satellite non-terrestrial networks (NTN) and cellular networks. If required, you can also set up a data usage limit for satellite services.
- Log in to the emnify Portal.
- Navigate to Device Policies.
- Under Service Policies, select New service policy.
- Rename the policy with a descriptive name that you can reference later (for example, SatPlus Service Policy).
- In Data, click the Devices may use data toggle to the on position.
Then, configure your connectivity as follows:
- Under Cellular connectivity, clear the 3G UMTS checkbox, but keep the rest selected.
- Under Satellite connectivity, select the NB-IoT (GEO) checkbox.
Changes save automatically.

Currently, satellite connectivity is always permitted when devices can use data. emnify is working on a feature that allows you to permit or block satellite data usage for your devices within the service policy.
Create a coverage policy that allows cellular and satellite connections
- Stay on Device Policies and find the Coverage Policies.
- Select New coverage policy.
- Rename the policy with a descriptive name that you can reference later (for example, SatPlus Coverage Policy).
- Select the satellite NTN plan from the Data Plan list.
- Click Create.
- Click the toggles next to all three coverage areas to enable connectivity.
Changes save automatically.

Create a device and activate it with the SIM
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Go to Connected Devices.
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Click Add device.
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Name the new device (for example, SAT Device 1).
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Select the service and coverage policies you created in the preceding sections.
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Under Assign SIM (optional), select the satellite SIM you want to use.
tipUse the Connectivity filter to find the SIMs compatible with satellite services.
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Under Select Device status, decide whether your device should be Enabled or Disabled.
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Review and click Create.
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Finally, select Activate to create and activate your device.
warningOnce activated, the device counts in the billing, and monthly charges may occur.
Verify that the Status is Enabled.