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How can I keep my cell phone number if I switch to another company?

As of now I have sprint but my contract is finished. I want to switch over to metro pcs or at&t. What are the steps to keeping my cell phone number. Also is it true by law that I can keep my cell phone number?

Public Comments

1. i think it has something to do with the sim card
2. just ask them
3. Call the operator and ask for a PAC code. Then give it to your new operator... it will take about 5 days to transfer. You can be charged for it. (in the UK it is normally £30) Good luck!
4. All you have to do is ask at&t or metro pc's to transfer you number and as long as there isnt a contract with the phone they can transfer you number.
5. yeah you should be able to keep the same number. when you switch just tell them your number and it will be good. i kept my number after switching from sprint to verizon.
6. Yes they have to let you keep your number. When you go to the company just tell them you already have a number to use. You know when they ask you what kind of number do what area code that stuff, just tell then then.
7. yes you can and for free as well! However, make sure your bill the first few months is correct. You might receive a bill from your old phone company.
8. When I did this, all I had to do was tell my new carrier to port my number. It took about 5 minutes to transfer the number over!!!
9. You can keep your cell phone number. Just tell the new company that you would like to transfer your phone number.
10. When you switch they usually ask you if you want to keep your previous number, you just say yes and they take care of the rest!
11. My parents had T-Mobile and now they have AT&T (very good service) and they kept their cell number. So, just call your company which is Sprint and ask them for step by step instructions. (: