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December 7, 2025
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cannot register E-Sim / transfer to old number

  • December 7, 2025
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Hi, I’m trying to switch over my mobile number from my mobile ID, I have the correct details but keep getting this error message? I have emailed but not getting a response, so how am I actually supposed to use my new sim if I can’t convert my number over? 
 

it says I’ve ordered an E-Sim but then doesn’t give me a link to download it or anything and when I try to register the mobile ID, it sends a text to the mobile ID number which I dont have access to, I’m going round in circles, can anyone help? I’m very close to just cancelling 
 

 

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    JoeKing
    Silver Contributor
    Silver Contributor
    December 8, 2025

    @Charliejane14  Have you called sale they should be able to help you. IDMobile sales line +44 20 7139 1397

    Also please check your spam, junk mail. 

     

    Joe

    Android OS 16 - Nothing Phone 2, (Samsung Galaxy S 25 Ultra Here to help, I do have a life. 😉
    Lamiya C
    iD Mobile Employee
    iD Mobile Employee
    December 8, 2025

    Hi ​@Charliejane14 ,

     

    you’ve ordered an eSIM and no download link has been received, or the verification text is being sent to a number you can’t access, it usually means the activation or Mobile ID setup hasn’t completed properly yet.

    For now, please don’t cancel the contract ,this can be resolved.

    Here’s what I recommend:
    • Check your email (including junk/spam) for an activation or eSIM QR code
    • Make sure your phone is connected to Wi-Fi
    • Do not delete any numbers from your phone yet
    • If available, try logging into your iD account on a different browser or device

    Lamiya

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