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wen switching back to my old number why can't I make phone calls

  • June 12, 2026
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Hi after switching back to my old number why can't I make phone calls or receive them 

    Best answer by Gemma M

    Hi ​@Hev1956,

     

    I'm really sorry to hear you're experiencing issues with your calls. Please try the steps below, depending on the type of phone you have:

     

    For Android:

    • Open Settings
    • Tap General Management
    • Tap Reset
    • Select Reset network settings

     

    For iPhone:

    • Go to Settings
    • Tap Phone
    • Tap My Number
    • Delete the old number
    • Enter the new number
    • Tap Save

     

    Then follow these steps to refresh iMessage:

    • Go to Settings
    • Tap Messages
    • Turn iMessage OFF
    • Go to Settings > General
    • Tap Reset
    • Choose Reset Network Settings
    • Once your iPhone restarts, go back to Settings
    • Tap Messages
    • Turn iMessage ON again

     

    Your iPhone should now recognise the SIM and verify your number.

     

    Regards,

     

    Gemma M

    The iD Mobile Social Media Team

    1 reply

    Gemma M
    iD Mobile Employee
    Gemma MAnswer
    iD Mobile Employee
    June 14, 2026

    Hi ​@Hev1956,

     

    I'm really sorry to hear you're experiencing issues with your calls. Please try the steps below, depending on the type of phone you have:

     

    For Android:

    • Open Settings
    • Tap General Management
    • Tap Reset
    • Select Reset network settings

     

    For iPhone:

    • Go to Settings
    • Tap Phone
    • Tap My Number
    • Delete the old number
    • Enter the new number
    • Tap Save

     

    Then follow these steps to refresh iMessage:

    • Go to Settings
    • Tap Messages
    • Turn iMessage OFF
    • Go to Settings > General
    • Tap Reset
    • Choose Reset Network Settings
    • Once your iPhone restarts, go back to Settings
    • Tap Messages
    • Turn iMessage ON again

     

    Your iPhone should now recognise the SIM and verify your number.

     

    Regards,

     

    Gemma M

    The iD Mobile Social Media Team

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