How Can I Transfer My Wireless Phone Number From ATT to Verizon?

Transferring your wireless cell number from AT&T to Verizon.

Changing from your AT&T provider to Verizon can be a daunting task and acquiring a new telephone number can be an inconvenience. Under the government's Local Number Portability permits the transfer of your wireless number from one wireless provider to another if it's in the same geographic area. This means, transferring your cell phone number from AT&T to Verizon is possible.

Things You'll Need

• AT&T Wireless number
• Social Security number

Instructions

1. Verify that your AT&T number is eligible to be transferred to Verizon. Open your web browser and go to the Verizon website (see resources) and verify if your wireless number is eligible for transfer. Proceed to the next step if you wireless number is eligible. If not, please contact Verizon Wireless customer service.

2. Select "Start Shopping" under the "New Customers" tab on the Verizon website. Choose a cellular phone and calling plan that meets your needs.

   You may also visit a Verizon retail store to select your cell phone and calling plan. Please, advise the sales representative that you wish to transfer your existing AT&T number to Verizon.

3. Continue on to the next steps and provide Verizon with the required information. The required information will include your Social Security number and current address. Once you are approve for a cell plan with Verizon, your AT&T number will automatically be canceled within three to twenty-four hours. Verizon will send you a text once cell number has been switched over.

Tips & Warnings

• Do not cancel your service with AT&T; Verizon will do it automatically.

• Please contact Verizon Wireless at [phone] for further assistance.

References

• VerizonWireless: Check Your Number's Eligibility
• Verizon Wireless: Local Number Portability

Resources

• Verizon Wireless: Changing Numbers