Change of operator: how to change mobile plan?

The universe of mobile telephony is so competitive that there are a multitude of subscriptions.So much so that it is sometimes difficult to know how to choose a mobile package and make the best choice.But, for consumers, the temptation to change their subscription is large because operators promotes every week.At the same time, the procedures have been simplified and it has never been so simple to change operator.Provided you respect the procedure to follow.Today there are two ways to change the mobile operator.Let yourself be guided and your change of operator will be a formality.

There are permanently more than a hundred offers available on the market for mobile plans: with or without commitment, with or without a phone, unlimited or blocked, with or without 5G, with little or a lot of data.Can you find the one that suits you?

Change operator while keeping your phone number

This is the most common solution to change mobile operator.The number of the number is to change operator and mobile package, but you keep your phone number.Indeed, the telephone line remains the same.Between June 2020 and June 2021, nearly 6.7 million mobile numbers were "worn" as part of a change of operator.

It is both very practical because you have new phone number to memorize and communicate to all your loved ones.It is also very easy because the steps are reduced to a minimum.An ease that comes down in three letters: Rio.

Rio is a number which means: operator identity statement.The Rio code is a unique identifier, a combination of 12 digits, attributed to each mobile phone number.It is essential to know it to change operator and have the portability of the number.

As part of a change of operator with the portability of the number, obtaining your Rio code is the only approach to be undertaken by the consumer.And, to get your Rio code, just call 3179. That's it.

Indeed, by communicating it to your new mobile operator when subscribing to your new package, the Rio code will allow you to initiate a procedure which aims to transfer your telephone line, and therefore your telephone number, the former operatortowards the new operator.And, consequently, to lead to the automatic termination of your old mobile package.

As happiness never arrives alone, you can even choose the date on which the transfer between your old and your new mobile operator will take place.Otherwise, the maximum time to take into account portability is 3 working days from the activation request for your new mobile package.

Learn more about the Rio code

To find out more about the operator identity statement and how to get it at Orange, SFR, Bouygues Telecom, Sosh, Red or Free, consult our file on the Rio code and on the 3179.

Change operator without requesting the number of the number

This is not the most frequent case, but it is existed.For one reason or another, it is possible to terminate your mobile plan and request the deletion of your phone number.In order to take out a package with another operator and have a new phone number.

In this case, the Rio code is useless and the procedure for changing operators is different.Indeed, if you do not wish to keep telephone number, you must send a request for termination by registered letter.And, to terminate your mobile package, you can even send your registered letter without traveling.

Upon receipt of your registered letter, the operator has 10 days to meet your request.You can also choose the date of termination but, it must still intervene within 60 days after receipt by the operator of your mail.

Change mobile operator, how much does it cost?

As part of a non -binding package, no termination fees applies.Changing mobile operator is therefore completely free.

On the other hand, if you are in possession of a package with commitment, over a period of 12 or 24 months, changing operator is possible, but it has a price.Termination fees apply and their amount varies depending on the number of months that you still owe to your operator.

For a package with a 12 -month commitment, it's very simple.By leaving your operator before the end of your contract, you will have to pay the entire amount remaining due.If you have a package at 20 € and you have 6 months of engagement, no need for a calculator, you will have to pay € 120.

For a package with a 24 -month commitment period, it's more complicated and you have to take out the calculator to be sure not to be mistaken.Two cases are possible:

You have understood, if you have a package with commitment, do your calculations well to find out the amount of your termination fees and see if it is appropriate to change operator.It all depends on the cost-benefit ratio.

Here, you now have all the information to change mobile operator with confidence and devote your time looking for the best offer.That's good, promotions on mobile plans are always more numerous and attractive.

What reflexes to adopt before changing your mobile plan?

Several parameters must be taken into account before changing your mobile plan.Remaining commitment period, calculation of termination costs, ensuring that your smartphone is unlocked, comparison of the various mobile packages available on the market currently ... In short, several reflexes are to be adopted before changing your mobile plan, to besure to make the right choice.To find out which reflexes can avoid making a mistake, remember to consult our file dedicated to the five things to do before changing your mobile plan.

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