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Can I keep my Canadian phone number in USA?
Theoretically you could keep your number, but the practical fact is that numbers in the NANP are assigned to carriers, in order to control usage of the plan number range. If you go with a US carrier, you will need a number that is assigned to them. You could keep your Canada phone as well.
Can I keep my area code when I move?
If you are moving to a new geographic area, you may not be able to keep your current phone number when changing providers. Also, some rural wireline service providers may obtain waivers for the porting requirement from state authorities. Their customers may be unable to port their number to a new provider.
Can you keep your phone number if you move?
If you’re switching service providers and remaining in the same geographic area, you can keep your existing phone number. This process – often referred to as phone number porting – can be done between wireline, IP and wireless providers.
How do I keep my Canadian phone number?
All you need to do is phone, email or send regular mail to your new service provider to request a service transfer. Your new service provider will cancel your existing services and start your new services with them.
How can I get a US number abroad?
Most international businesses think a Google Voice number will help, but it’s not possible….How to get a US phone number
- Create an account with OpenPhone.
- During signup, select your city or area code in the US to pick your phone number.
- Once the signup process is complete, you’re done!
- You now have a US phone number.
Can I port my Canadian number to Google Voice?
Google Voice is now available in Canada. This means that: G Suite customers based in Canada can now sign up for Google Voice. Soon, customers will be able to port existing +1 numbers in Canada to Google Voice.
Do you have to change your phone number when you move to another country?
It doesn’t matter where in the world you are – all you need is an Internet connection (wifi or a local data plan). If you’ll be getting a local SIM card with a new, local number in the country you’re moving to, you can use your old number on top of a new SIM card.
Do I need to change my phone number when I move Canada?
If you currently have a wireless plan that includes unlimited Canada-wide talk & text, then you do not need to change your telephone number if you are moving to an address in Canada that is covered by the Rogers wireless network.
Can I get a phone number from a different state?
Yes, you can keep the same phone # and buy the phone in another state. It isn’t a port unless you are switching providers. It might be a little more difficult it you try to establish service out of state and want a local phone # from another market.
How can I keep my Canadian number when abroad?
How do I get a USA number?
How to get a US phone number
- Create an account with OpenPhone.
- During signup, select your city or area code in the US to pick your phone number.
- Once the signup process is complete, you’re done!
- You now have a US phone number.