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Error message when trying to switch with PAC code

  • November 20, 2025
  • 10 replies
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Had my ID sim a couple of days now, been trying to switch to my old number using a PAC code but keep getting the “Oops...something went wrong. Please try again.” error message, both on the website and in the app.

 

Thought it might have something to do with the Cloudflare issues but its been a couple of days since then and I still can’t switch my number.

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Gemma M
iD Mobile Employee
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  • iD Mobile Employee
  • November 20, 2025

Hi ​@bradders3535,

I've just sent you a private message to help get this sorted.

 

To find it, click your profile picture in the top-right corner and select ‘Private Messages’.

 

You can also use this direct link to your inbox: https://community.idmobile.co.uk/inbox/overview

 

I'll speak to you there.

 

Thanks.

 

Gemma 

The iD Mobile Team


  • New Contributor
  • January 4, 2026

Hi, I'm having the same issues. I entered my PAC when purchasing the new contract but I can't remember what date I asked for it to transfer to my old mobile number. I received my new mobile yesterday so wondering if I can switch over now?


  • New Contributor
  • February 1, 2026

Hi I'm having the same issue, please can someone help? 


Hosai W
iD Mobile Employee
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  • iD Mobile Employee
  • February 2, 2026

Hi ​@Jtooke69 ,
 

I've just sent you a private message to help get this sorted.

To find it, click your profile picture in the top-right corner and select ‘Private Messages’.

You can also use this direct link to your inbox:
https://community.idmobile.co.uk/inbox/overview


I'll speak to you there.


Thanks,
Hosai


  • New Contributor
  • March 4, 2026

Hi I’m having the same issue and it’s driving me mad ! Can anybody help please?


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  • iD Mobile Employee
  • March 4, 2026

Hi ​@frank65, ​@Jtooke69 and ​@Jayco.

 

Can you please ensure that the PAC code is not expired as PAC code usually last 30 days.

 

Kindly be advised that number transfers take 1 working day to process. They do not process on bank holidays, public holidays or over weekends as they are not considered working days.

 

If your code is not expired and you haven't arranged for it to be processed over a non-business day, please reach out to our Live Chat team directly via https://www.idmobile.co.uk/live-chat for an update on the progress.

 

~Marquerita


  • New Contributor
  • May 31, 2026

Im having same issue. I keep getting message something went wrong. Pac is valid ive checked with relevant party


Hosai W
iD Mobile Employee
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  • iD Mobile Employee
  • June 2, 2026

Hi ​@Billy1965,

 

I've just sent you a private message to help get this sorted.

To find it, click your profile picture in the top-right corner and select ‘Private Messages’.

You can also use this direct link to your inbox: https://community.idmobile.co.uk/inbox/overview

I'll speak to you there.
 

Thanks,
Hosai


  • New Contributor
  • June 2, 2026

Thanks. Live chat got me sorted. Thankyou very much.


Hosai W
iD Mobile Employee
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  • iD Mobile Employee
  • June 3, 2026

Hi ​@Billy1965.

I am glad that this is now resolved, If you do require any further assistance, please drop us a message and we would be more than happy to assist.

Thanks,
Hosai