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How do I port a damaged SIM card?

Send the following text message – PORT followed by your 10-digit mobile number to TRAI’s central number for mobile number portability – 1900. Example: Send ‘PORT 98xxxxxx98’ to 1900. You’ll receive an SMS back with a port out code which will remain valid for only 15 days. 3.

How can I port Vodafone to Airtel offline?

How to port Vodafone number to Airtel

1. First, open the messages app on your phone and type PORT space your 10-digit mobile number and send it to 1900.
2. Once your message has been sent you will receive an SMS with a UPC (Unique porting code) for the porting request received.
3. Next, you will need to visit the Airtel store.

How do I activate my SIM card after porting to Airtel?

How to activate Airtel SIM after porting?

1. Insert your new SIM card into your handset and switch it on.
2. Next, you will need to enter a PIN.
3. Simply enter this number and press OK.
4. Now dial *123# to activate your SIM card.
5. Once this process is done your connection will show ‘Airtel’ on the phone screen.

How can I reissue my Vodafone lost SIM?

For new replacement sim:

1. You can get the replacement duplicate SIM card at your closest Vodafone store or Vodafone Mini Store by submitting address proof, ID proof and photograph and fill replacement form.
2. You also have the option of calling up customer care on 111 and get suggestion regarding replacement of SIM card.

How can I get porting code from Vodafone without sending SMS?

Solution : Simply call up the Nodal / Appellate desk or send a strong e-mail to Nodal / Appellate desk marking a copy to [email protected] & [email protected]. Once you send the email, Vodafone would unblock your number and you would be able to send the port out SMS to 1900.

How long does it take to port from Vodafone to Airtel?

Once you share the unique port-in code (UPC) and valid address & identity proofs with our executive, your request would be logged into our system. Now it only takes around 48 hours (transfer of number within same state) or 4 days (inter-state transfer) to switch the number from your current operator to Airtel.

How do I activate my Vodafone SIM after porting?

Both prepaid and postpaid accounts can be activated via SMS.

1. SMS SIMEX <19-20 digit SIM card number> to 55199.
2. You will receive an SMS from 55199 with last 6 digits of SIM card number missing.
3. Send last 6 digits back to 55199, within two hours of receiving SMS.
4. Your new SIM will be activated in 20 min.

Why Airtel SIM is showing no service?

Check The SIM Card: Sometimes, when the SIM card is not inserted properly, you may find a problem of no signal or an error showing up on your screen. To resolve this problem, power off your phone and remove the SIM card. Now reinsert the card and make sure that it is inserted properly.

How to port from Vodafone to Airtel?

To port from Vodafone to Airtel, start the process by generating a porting code. Send the below SMS from your current mobile number to 1900. SMS: PORT . Ex. PORT 987654321

What is mobile number portability in Airtel?

Mobile Number Portability (MNP) allows you to port any telecom operator number to Airtel without the hassle of changing existing sim number. When the porting of number is about to happen, you will get the new sim delivered at home and receive a heads up about porting status.

How do I port my mobile number from Airtel to UPC?

In the message box, type ‘PORT’ space ‘mobile number’ and send the SMS. (type PORT in capital letters only) Once your message is sent, you will receive an SMS with a UPC (Unique Porting Code) against the porting request On receiving the SMS with the UPC, visit the nearest Airtel store

How long does it take for a Vodafone SIM to activate on Airtel?

In 7 working day, at any time your Airtel connection can get deactivated and now your Vodafone SIM is active. Keep in mind that you can’t port again for next 90 days. Also you may get calls from Airtel asking the reason for porting and convincing you to continue with Airtel, do handle it well.