Transfer a number to AT&T

Find out how to transfer a number to AT&T Wireless or AT&T Prepaid. Also learn how long a transfer takes and how to check transfer status

Get ready to transfer a number to AT&T

Helpful tips

Don't cancel your current service! We'll take care of that when you activate your new device.
We may charge a one-time transfer fee, or an activation fee, for each new line of service.

Make sure your number is eligible

To start, make sure your number's eligible to transfer. Then you'll have to share info about your current account to start the transfer process. Any wrong info will delay your service provider from releasing your number to AT&T.

Check a recent monthly bill or sign in to your current account to verify:

Number you want to transfer. Make sure it is active.
Account number
Number transfer pin
- For Verizon, dial #Port from your device or log in to your app.
- For T-Mobile, dial 611 from your device or log in to your app.
- For Metro PCS, dial 611 from your device or log in to your app.
- For Cricket, dial *PORT/*PORTAR from your device or log in to your app.
- For Tracfone, Straight Talk, Net10, Total Wireless, Simple Mobile, Walmart Family Mobile, text NTP to 611611.
Or account passcode (for service providers that don't require a number transfer pin)
Account Zip Code

There are two ways to transfer a number to us:

Activate a new line with a number you're transferring from another carrier.
Replace the AT&T number you have now with one you're transferring from another carrier.

If you're replacing your AT&T number with one from another carrier, follow these steps:

Go to your my AT&T account overview.
Scroll to My devices. Find the device you want to transfer a number to and select Manage device.
Choose Options & settings, then Change phone number.
Select Transfer a number to AT&T and follow the prompts.

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Last updated: April 2, 2024

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