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What is the procedure to activate an Airtel SIM which has been ported?

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.

What should I do if my Airtel SIM is not showing?

Re: Airtel sim suddenly stopped working

1. Remove the SIM card & restart the device, when this occurs, the phone will re-establish the connection to the network.
2. Try different carrier SIM cards.
3. Tap on Settings>>Backup & reset>>Network settings reset>>Reset settings.

How do I activate my Airtel line?

Easy steps for Airtel 4G SIM activation

1. SMS the 20 digit SIM number from your existing Airtel connection to 121.
2. Reply typing 1 to confirm your request.
3. Wait for some time for the phone to get disconnected from the network.
4. Remove the old SIM and insert the new SIM in the slot.
5. Switch on the phone and wait for 5 minutes.

Why is my SIM Card not detected?

Open Settings > Mobile Network. Under SIM Card info and Settings, Tap the SIM, and toggle on “Enable”. Also, make sure the data roaming is ON to avoid this issue when you’re in a roaming area. When you face the issue of “SIM Card not detected”, clearing out cache data could prove an effective solution.

How do I activate VoLTE on Airtel?

Follow these steps to enable the same? Settings -> SIM networks -> Preferred network type -> 4G/3G/2G. Upon verification of the above, your handset should show 4G with HD/VoLTE icon on top bar of the screen, indicating that your device is ready for VoLTE calls.

How do I recharge a ported number?

For the first time please do a recharge using your new operator’s portal. After that you can start using FreeCharge for recharging your mobile number. You need to enter the number and change the operator manually, in case if it shows the previous operator and then proceed with the recharge transaction.

How to activate Airtel SIM that has been newly ported?

Call 59059 can enter 5 digit PIN number. *note you get PIN number as soon as you initiate port. you need to keep it safe. Here are the steps to activate an Airtel sim that has been newly ported: You will receive a confirmation SMS in your inbox.

How do I get a SIM card for my Aircel number?

Users should go to the subscriber’s website and check for details on documented needed before visiting the store. Do note that you will also have to submit the UPC received via text at the store. Post submission of UPC and required documents, you will be issued a new SIM with the same number as your Aircel number.

How to Port a SIM card from one network to another?

The next step is to get a new SIM card of the network you want to port to, by visiting the company’s store. For example, if you need to port your Aircel number to Airtel, then visit an Airtel store and get a new SIM card, which will be made available after you submit verification documents, including a copy of Aadhaar card.

How do I Activate my sim card?

Remove the SIM card from your pack, insert it into your handset and switch it on. You will be asked to enter a PIN. The PIN number to 1234 by default. Enter this number and press OK. You can change/deactivate this PIN at any time from the security settings on your phone. Dial *123# to activate your SIM card.