A Mobile subscriber in India can avail facility of Mobile Number Portability when he moves from one mobile operator to another irrespective of the mobile technology or License Service Area. If a subscriber is not satisfied with the services of his current operator, he can port his mobile number to another service provider of his choice.
What is mobile number portability (MNP)?
Mobile Number Portability (MNP)allows you to switch network providers while retaining your number. Smart’s MNP Program complies with RA 11202 (the Mobile Number Portability Act) and is one with the government’s thrust to improve telco services in the country.
What is wireless local number portability?
Wireless local number portability (WLNP) allows wireless subscribers to change service providers within a given location while retaining the same phone number. Wireless consumers who wish to port their phone number must contact the prospective new carrier, who will start the process of porting by contacting the consumer’s current carrier.
What are the requirements for a mobile number to be ported?
Your mobile number must not have a pending transfer of mobile number ownership request. Your mobile number has not applied for the MNP within the last 60 days. Your mobile number is not associated with any fraudulent activity. Internal Porting
Mobile number Portability (MNP) enables you to switch to Vi from any other service provider without the need to dispose your current phone number. Subscribers have complete authority over choosing their desired telecom operator, if not fully satisfied by their existing network services.
Are there any charges for porting my mobile number to VI?
No, there are no charges for porting mobile number to Vi. How does Mobile Number Portability work? Mobile number Portability (MNP) enables you to switch to Vi from any other service provider without the need to dispose your current phone number.
What are the conditions for porting a mobile number?
All prepaid and postpaid mobile users are eligible to port their mobile number after being on the current network for minimum of 90 days. Other conditions to meet for MNP: The number can be ported only within the same service area. No outstanding dues with the current provider.
