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Non-compatible numbers to port to T-Mobile
I have 2 numbers trapped in a Verizon account because they are not "compatible" for porting. If I wait long enough will T-Mobile finally get approved to reassign these numbers? I looked up the phone numbers' area code and prefix and they are owned by US Cellular even though they have been on Verizon for over 5 years. Just hoping to make the switch soon and I can not switch without being able to keep the numbers. Any information would be greatly appreciated. Gracias.
It depends on if T-Mobile has access to numbers in the same service area as the ported numbers. That has a technical definition and not the one you or I might use.
Thanks for the quick reply! It must be technical as other numbers from a town 15 miles away ported with ease. I guess I will just have to keep testing for eligibility. Nuevamente, gracias.
Here's the FCC'S porting requirement post.
https://www.fcc.gov/consumers/guides/porting-keeping-your-phone-number-when-you-change-providers
