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How Long Does Number Porting Take?
Moving a number to a new carrier usually takes a few hours to a few business days. Mobile carriers are fastest (often minutes to a few hours). Landline and VoIP/business services take longer — typically several business days, and some up to two to four weeks. Your old service keeps working until the transfer completes.
| Type | Detail |
|---|---|
| Mobile carrier | Minutes to a few hours, up to 1 business day |
| Prepaid / MVNO | Usually within 24 hours |
| Business VoIP (OpenPhone, RingCentral, Dialpad) | 3–10 business days |
| Full-service VoIP (Nextiva, Ooma) | 2–4 weeks |
Frequently asked
Why do VoIP transfers take longer than mobile?
Business and VoIP providers batch port requests and require paperwork (an LOA), so they run on a business-day schedule rather than the near-instant mobile flow.
Will my phone stop working during the port?
No. Keep your current service active. It switches off automatically the moment the number lands on the new carrier.
Can I speed it up?
Enter every detail exactly as on record and start early. Mismatched name, ZIP or PIN is the number-one cause of delay.