Advice: Can I Port My Landline Number to My Mobile Phone?

Thinking about ditching your landline altogether but want to keep your old number? If so, you might be wondering if you can port your landline number to your mobile phone. Or if expensive call-forwarding is your only option. Let’s explore this common question and see all of your options.

Can I port my landline to a mobile SIM?

The short answer is no, you can’t port your landline number directly to a mobile SIM in the UK. But don’t worry! There are some clever workarounds that might be even better for you.

So, what are my options?

While you can’t port your landline to a mobile SIM, you can port it to a VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol) service. Here’s how it works:

1. Port your landline to a VoIP provider, such as us here at Phonely
2. Use call-forwarding to route calls to your mobile
3. Enjoy the best of both worlds!

The benefits of this approach

1. Keep your familiar number
2. Answer & make calls on your mobile with your landline number when you are out or experience a power cut at home
3. Save money as it’s often cheaper than traditional landline packages

Phonely’s FREE alternative to call-forwarding

At Phonely, we like to save you money, so we provide our customers with something better and more budget-friendly than call-forwarding. It’s our Call app! So how does this work?

1. Transfer your landline number to our digital landline service
2. Download our free mobile app to answer calls on your mobile
3. Never miss a call at no extra cost!

But why choose Phonely?

1. Easy setup: We’ll help you port your landline number hassle-free
2. Cost-effective: Often cheaper than traditional landlines
3. Flexible: Answer calls on your home phone or mobile – your choice!

What about Ofcom and mobile providers?

While Ofcom doesn’t support porting landlines directly to mobile SIMs, they do allow porting to VoIP services. This is where Phonely comes into its own

Want to port your landline?

While you can’t port your landline number to a mobile SIM, you can see that there are better options available. With Phonely, you can keep your cherished number and enjoy the flexibility of answering calls on your mobile or home phone.

Want to see what we have to offer? Take a look at our digital phone line plans on the link below and see how we compare.