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If you have poor credit - how many months of payments are required before you are likely to be accepted to take a contract out with a handset?

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If you’re purchasing a new contract with us, then the credit check will determine if you’re eligible to purchase a specific handset. You can consult your credit score for free on sites like https://www.clearscore.com/ or https://www.moneysavingexpert.com/loans/check-free-credit-report/

If you’re currently on a SIM only plan already and looking to upgrade, then it’s as @andewhite suggested. You can look at upgrading after 6 months of good payment history. The devices you’d be eligible for will be based on your credit score, so some handsets may not be available to purchase.

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It says the following on the iD website, @skinnychav.

Looks like you need at least 6-months payment history, before you might be eligible for a handset contract.

 

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If you’re purchasing a new contract with us, then the credit check will determine if you’re eligible to purchase a specific handset. You can consult your credit score for free on sites like https://www.clearscore.com/ or https://www.moneysavingexpert.com/loans/check-free-credit-report/

If you’re currently on a SIM only plan already and looking to upgrade, then it’s as @andewhite suggested. You can look at upgrading after 6 months of good payment history. The devices you’d be eligible for will be based on your credit score, so some handsets may not be available to purchase.

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