How to activate a Megafon SIM card: self-activation

The question of activating a SIM card usually arises among subscribers who have just purchased a number. Unfortunately, without this procedure you cannot fully use your mobile phone, that is, make calls, send SMS, MMS, or access the network via the mobile Internet. Therefore, in this review we will look in detail at how you can activate an MTS SIM card yourself.

How to activate an MTS SIM card

Once purchased, the plastic itself is useless and unable to perform its functions. It cannot be used to make or receive calls, is not suitable for accessing the Internet and is not available for use of other mobile services. The only thing you can do is dial the emergency service. It is not surprising that activating an MTS SIM card should be the first step after purchasing a product.

In practice, it is rarely necessary to activate it, because in most cases the registration process takes place automatically. The user simply inserts a SIM card into the phone, turns it on and can immediately use the operator’s services. The downside is that MTS card activation does not occur automatically in all cases. Regardless of the cause of this circumstance, it can be easily corrected with a few simple steps.

To register an MTS SIM card, you need to prepare the basic equipment. It includes:

1. SIM card MTS 4G LTE;
2. a device that provides access to the Internet - a router/modem with Wi-Fi;
3. smartphone or tablet, if the module was purchased for these devices.

Now let's figure out how to activate an MTS SIM card on a phone or modem. For convenience, we will consider each case separately.

How to activate an MTS SIM card on your phone yourself

Activation of an MTS SIM card can be carried out at home, where you cannot count on operator help. Going through the process on your own will not be difficult. Instructions for registering a new number suggest:

1. Open the envelope with the plastic card with the SIM sealed into it.
2. Using the perforation, carefully separate the SIM card from the main plastic.

Attention! The operator offers several variations of SIM cards. It can be standard or reduced sizes. A nano-map has also been proposed. To choose the appropriate option, you should carefully separate all unnecessary parts from the main part - they are perforated, and therefore the process does not require the use of special tools. If you have doubts about the correctness of the task, you can open the envelope and ask to insert the SIM back in the salon.

• Open the phone cover. Insert the element into a special connector - slot.
• Turn on your smartphone and wait for the system to boot.
• Wait for the network search results. If necessary, enter a password, and then dial the command: *111#.

The specified set of characters becomes the activation code. No further action is required. Connection is possible not only on the phone. You can activate the card through other gadgets. The subscriber can make sure that his number is already online. To do this, you can make your first call to any number of this or another operator.

Activating a SIM card from a tablet

As a rule, those subscribers who purchase a starter kit specifically for tablet computers think about how to activate a SIM card from a tablet. Most often, all such SIM cards are activated automatically when you start the tablet for the first time. If the SIM card is not activated, then you can perform one of the methods discussed below.

So how to activate a SIM card for tablets? You can do this as follows:

• Visit one of the MTS showrooms and ask a consultant for help.
• Use the special command *111#.
• Call the operator at the numbers listed above. The list of telephone numbers can be viewed at https://www.pda.mts.ru/mob_connect/help/service_abonents/contacts/.

Activating a card for a tablet from a phone

Activation directly from the tablet (for example, tariffs of the Connect line) will take place by performing the following actions:

• Insert the card into the device;
• The card will automatically connect to the MTS network, as a result, a form will appear on the screen to fill out; you will find some of the information on the envelope;
• Top up your account if necessary using one of the options;
• Enter the service command *111#, with which you will receive the full range of available services.

As a result, the card from your tablet device will begin to connect to the network.

How to activate an MTS SIM card on a modem

It is no secret that this operator, like most other cellular companies in Russia, offers its subscribers the opportunity to purchase a modem device for accessing the Internet from personal computers and laptops. Such modems have a pre-installed SIM card inside. Therefore, a question about the activation procedure may also arise for a new user of an MTS router.

Here everything is even simpler, because to activate and start using the modem device, you just need to connect it to the USB port of your computer, wait until all the necessary drivers are installed and start using the Internet. The device will actually be activated in the background, during the driver installation process.

How to activate a SIM card with an incorrect PIN code

If you entered an incorrect PIN, the system will ask you to enter an additional code called “PUK”. This is the name of the second code, indicated on the same plastic as the PIN code. The digital combination is also located under the protective film. You need to erase it and transfer these numbers to your mobile phone in a special window.

Enter the PUK code carefully, because after ten attempts to enter the combination number incorrectly, your SIM card will be blocked permanently. It will not be unlocked.

After completing this procedure, the phone system will boot and the network search will begin, taking no more than 30 seconds. Next, you can check the activity of the card by calling your friend. If you can get through, then the network is fully operational. In this way, you can activate the SIM card regardless of the mobile device, be it new touchscreen or outdated push-button phones, regardless of the phone model, be it an iPhone or smartphone, and regardless of the tariff plan with which you purchased the SIM card.

We found out how you can activate a purchased SIM card from MTS on your phone yourself, and now we’ll try to figure out what to do if you don’t have a plastic card with a PIN/PUK code.

How to activate a SIM card without a PIN and PUK code

Let's say you purchased a SIM card a few weeks or even months ago. You unfastened the chip from the plastic card, the chip was preserved, but the plastic card itself, on which the security combinations are indicated, was lost. What to do in such a situation? In this case, you can do one of two things:

1. You need to call the company's customer service. You will not be able to make a call from your unlocked SIM card. You'll need another phone handy. From a number of another cellular network (all except MTS) and from a local device, you can call by phone -. If you have a second activated MTS SIM card at hand, you can call the internal number - 0890. In both cases, after dialing, you will find yourself in a voice menu in which, after the answering machine beeps, you need to say: “I want to contact the operator.” The system will connect you with a “live” specialist, to whom you must tell in detail about the current problem. Tell the employee that you have lost the plastic with your PIN/PUK code. First, the employee will have to confirm your identity and make sure that you are the owner of the SIM card you are trying to unlock. To do this, you will need to provide your passport details and, possibly, your registration address (this action is only possible if the SIM card is registered in your name). Next, the employee will generate a new PIN code for you and tell you it. You will enter this PIN code and your SIM card will be activated.
2. If a second mobile device from which you could call the subscriber service is not at hand, then you can contact any MTS operator store. Approach the employee and inform him of the problem. Be sure to take your passport and SIM card with you, otherwise the employee will not be able to assist you. If you have your passport in your hands, then after confirming your identity, the office employee will activate your card.

How to register an MTS SIM card online

Phones detect operators automatically; this does not happen only in case of an error or lack of coverage. To register an MTS SIM card:

• Open the package. Erase the protective layer from the PIN code - you will need the combination later;
• Break the card out of the plastic base. Don’t throw away the last one, it will come in handy;
• Insert into your phone and turn on the device. When prompted, enter the PIN from the plastic base or closed envelope, if one is found inside the kit;
• Go to the mobile system settings;
• Select the section “Network”, “Search for operators”, “Available networks” or similar;
• Start a manual coverage search or wait for the automatic one;
• In the list of available operators, click on MTS. If you don't see what you need, return to the coverage area. You can register a SIM card in the network of another operator, but then the services are provided on roaming terms.

Save your selection and test the functionality by making a call.

Two SIM cards in the phone - how they work

The principle of operation of a phone with two SIM cards depends on how many radio modules are installed in it. If only one radio module is installed, both SIM cards will work in a standby state. If a call is made to one of the cards, the second SIM card will be unavailable for the entire call. The same thing happens with other functions - the Internet and SMS.

Devices in which 2 modules are installed work with two telecom operators at once. That is, while communicating on the phone, the user can receive a call to another SIM card. In this case, the subscriber has the opportunity to communicate with several people at once.

If both SIM cards are active, the subscriber is provided with additional features. Some devices have an auxiliary key to switch between cards. It is usually located on the side of the smartphone.

Phones with two cards make it possible to use two mobile network operators at once. This is a tangible plus, since you can select favorable rates for a specific service.

Possible problems during activation

If you connect a SIM card and cannot activate it, you can perform the procedure from another number. You need to call the Support Service, wait for the operator to respond and explain the situation. You will need to provide passport details or a code word to confirm that the person really is the owner of the SIM.

If the SIM card is old and has been lying unused for a long time, it may not be possible to register it because it was blocked by the operator due to the lack of paid actions for a long period of time. You can check its status by calling the support service or visiting an MTS communication salon.

In some cases, the problem may be with the mobile device. You need to insert another SIM card and make sure that the smartphone detects it and registers it on the network.

Sometimes it is not possible to activate or register a SIM card due to lack of network. You need to move to where there is signal reception. You can view the coverage area of ​​your mobile operator via the Internet on the official website.

If the SIM card still does not activate, you need to visit an MTS communication salon, report the problem and ask to have it fixed. You will be required to provide your passport to verify your identity. Staff will check the SIM and, if it does not work, replace it.

Installing, activating and registering an MTS SIM card on the network is a simple procedure that does not require special skills. You can do it yourself; manual registration on the network and setting settings for accessing the Internet or sending messages is very rarely required.

How to set up two SIM cards

Managing and setting the parameters of both SIM cards is done in the “Settings” section. First, you need to place both cards in the phone, then go to the “Network and Internet” tab, then to the “SIM cards” or “SIM card manager” item. The name differs depending on the smartphone model.

The section will display operator cards. Here you can set them the following values:

• names;
• connection type;
• data transfer priority;
• other parameters.

The user will be able to manually set which SIM card will work with messages, calls and mobile traffic.

Also in the same section you can activate or, on the contrary, disable the “Active mode” option. She is responsible for calls to both SIM cards at once. If the need arises, you can deactivate one of the cards in the same menu.

Setting up a SIM card

How can a subscriber configure a SIM card? In principle, this is not necessary, since all the settings are already pre-installed in the SIM card and are activated when the device is first started. Such a need may arise only for those subscribers who use a modem. That is, we are talking about connecting to the Internet.

So, most often the modem comes with a SIM card intended for accessing the Internet. It contains a certain tariff, which the subscriber may want to change, which can be done through his personal account. As for the SIM card itself, you don’t need to configure it.

Card activation by calling the operator

For the busiest or lazy people there is also such a method. You can configure the SIM card without removing it from the package. Call the toll-free number 8-800-333-05-00, which is a service number. From any phone. The Call Center operator will answer the phone, and he will clearly and step-by-step explain what needs to be done to activate your Megafon SIM card.

You can also call 0500 (from any phone, but the operator must only be Megafon). Listen to what the robot says and click the “Connect with operator” button (usually 0). Calling this number is free for Megafon owners.

If independent attempts to make the SIM card active are unsuccessful, then you should contact any Megafon branch. The subscriber must have a passport with him.

Available tariff plans

Any tariffs for phones, tablets and modems work in Crimea. Another thing is that some of them require the options “Russia Home Package” with a daily subscription fee or “Russia Home Package +” with a monthly payment. Without them, the following tariffs work in Crimea:

• “ULTRA” - includes 5000 minutes to all networks in Russia, 20 GB of traffic, intranet unlimited and premium hotline service. The monthly fee is 2900 rubles/month. The tariff is intended for the most active users.
• “Smart Zabugorishche” - the set of services includes 7 GB of traffic, 350 minutes to regional numbers and 350 SMS within Russia, unlimited within the network. Monthly payment – ​​250 rubles.
• “Smart Top” – 3000 minutes within the Russian Federation, unlimited within the network, 20 GB of Internet. The monthly fee is 1950 rubles/month.
• “Smart mini 032018” – 2 GB of traffic, 350 minutes in the home region, local intranet unlimited, 350 SMS in the connection region. The monthly fee is low - only 400 rubles/month.
• “For tablet” – works only on tablet PCs. Includes 10 GB of traffic and one of the unlimited packages - for social networks, for instant messengers, for YouTube or for. Monthly payment – ​​550 rubles.
• “Our Smart” – includes 1500 minutes throughout the country, 25 GB of traffic, 1500 SMS to all local numbers. The subscription fee is 1000 rubles/month.

If you use one of these tariffs, feel free to go to Crimea and don’t think about connecting additional options - communication will be available without them.

After arriving on the peninsula, make sure that your phone is registered in the Win Mobile network. If this is not the case, select manual registration in the settings. This will prevent you from accidentally switching to other networks. If the handset does not want to register with the local network, try sending it to reboot - it should help.

As soon as the phone is registered with Win Mobile, you will be able to use communication services. Make sure the Internet is working, try calling a Russian number.

How to switch to another tariff plan

If you are going to Crimea and need serious volumes of traffic, go to one of the above tariff plans. The easiest way to make the transition is through your personal account. You can also use USSD commands present in the descriptions on the official website. If you have problems with the transition, use the hotline 0890 or contact the nearest communication center.

What should those who use communications from competitors do? You can go to MTS with your current phone number. To do this, you need to write an application at the service office. Before writing, make sure that the ported number is registered with current passport data.

How to find out the MTS SIM card number

There are two ways to determine your mobile number using a set of different numbers and symbols. The first method is the most popular - using a USSD request. To do this, dial the combination on your phone: ✶111✶0887# and call. After some time, you will receive an SMS message containing your SIM card number, or, as they say, your phone number.

The second option is using MTS services. To do this, dial the command *111# and call. You will be taken to a voice menu, following the instructions of which you will receive the necessary information. In the voice menu you will need to select two numbers one by one. The first is 3, which leads to the tariffs section, and then the number 2, which leads directly to the “My number” section. Every year this menu becomes more extensive and more informative, you have to listen carefully.

But, as you can see, nothing complicated. The main thing is to remember these commands, or save them in the memory of your phone, so that you can easily type them later.

Find out MTS number using passport data

Anything can happen in life. The phone and the same SIM card were stolen, we need to restore the number. Finding out your number using your passport data is a slightly longer option than using commands. You can use it if you don't have your phone handy. Then you call the service number 0890 from any other person.

There you communicate with the auto operator for quite a long time, moving through different sections of the voice menu, after which you find yourself with a “live” operator. By providing him with your passport details and a few more security questions related to your date of birth, you will receive the necessary information.

I can tell you from experience that this method is best used as a last resort. Because it may turn out that when you go to the connection section with an operator, you will be informed that they are all busy and you will wait quite a long time. As a rule, about twenty minutes. The quickest thing to do would be to ignore all this and use the second option. Namely, go to the nearest MTS office and present your passport there to receive the necessary information. The best thing to do is call a friend and he will tell you your number.

An easy way to activate an iPhone

If you are not confident in your own agility, and simulating an emergency call seemed too complicated to you, then move on to a simple method. In addition to your iPhone, you should have a computer “at hand.” You download the latest version of iTunes on your PC. Next, using a cable, connect your new iPhone to the computer.

When connecting, a notification may appear that a SIM card is required for further operation. But, the message may not be displayed on the phone screen, which means you can successfully use it without a cellular card.

If you have the second option, then let's proceed to the phone settings. By selecting “Next” or “Continue”, iPhone activation starts in iTunes. Following the prompts, you enter your location, password, personal information, etc. Afterwards the phone is activated and ready to use.

Methods of transferring money from an MTS SIM card to a Sberbank bank card account

There are 3 ways to transfer from an MTS mobile phone to a Sberbank card:

• Using your personal account
• By sending a text message
• By sending a USSD request.

Transfer through MTS personal account

You need to access your personal MTS account, with which you can manage your mobile account online, via the Internet from a computer, smartphone or tablet. Open the “Financial” tab there. Then the sequence of clicking on the tabs is as follows:

1. Click on the “payment management” link;
2. Follow the link “easy payment”;
3. Select the “transfer from phone account to card” tab.

How to make a transfer:

• Next, you need to follow the step-by-step instructions on the screen. It is also possible to set up automatic sending of funds to a bank card. It is important to remember that it will not be possible to transfer absolutely all funds “at zero” from MTS to a Sberbank card, since a minimum amount on the phone account is required to make the transfer.
• After all the data has been entered, you need to check it and click the “next” button. The tab that opens will indicate the details of the transfer being made, which can be checked again. After making sure that they are correct, you need to click “get password”, after which a text message with a verification code will be sent to your phone. It must be entered in a special field, and then click “confirm transfer”. As soon as this is done, the funds will be immediately credited to the card.
• The same can be done using the Easy Payment mobile application; to do this, you need to download it from the Apple Store or Google Play and install it on your phone. Tabs in the application are named similarly to the web version. In this case, you will also receive a text message with a confirmation code, which will need to be entered in a special field.

Transfer using USSD command

The third way to transfer funds from a phone to a Sberbank card is to use the USSD command “*611*KKKKKKKKKKKKKKKK*999#”, which is dialed like a regular phone number. Here, instead of K, you need to substitute the bank card number (16 digits) and the amount in rubles. After pressing the “call” button, the funds will be transferred instantly.

We activate the phone by simulating a call

By pressing the power button, the owner's greeting will light up on the screen. Sequentially press the “Home” and “Emergency Call” buttons. Enter 1-1-2 as the number and the “Call” button. Before the phone had time to dial the number, the dial tone had not yet started, and you had already hung up. Your task is to dial the number and immediately hang up the call. After such a simple manipulation, the phone will be activated and ready for further actions. This method was used repeatedly in cellular communication stores in order to familiarize customers with the new iPhone model.

How to block an MTS SIM card yourself

Many users recognize the official MTS website or mobile application as the most accessible blocking option. There is no need to communicate with an annoying operator or drag yourself to the branch to wait in line and communicate with a consultant. All you need to do is use your computer or mobile phone and do everything yourself.

Both methods (official website or application) are practically no different from each other. It is recommended to follow the following algorithm to block the SIM card:

1. Follow the link mts.ru or download the application from Play Market, AppStore or Microsoft Store;
2. Now you need to log in with your account. For this, a phone number and a special password are used. You can get them by clicking on the appropriate link;
3. Find the “Number Management” category and go to it;
4. Select the "Lock" menu;
5. A window will open with comprehensive information regarding the blocking. After reviewing the information, confirm the operation.

Within a few minutes you will receive a message on your phone indicating successful blocking. After this, the SIM card will stop functioning.

Temporary blocking

The operator has taken care of many possible situations that arise during interaction with clients, so for those who are not suitable for completely blocking a number forever, you can use a specially designed temporary blocking function called “Voluntary”. Can be applied to all tariff plans.

In what cases may this option be suitable:

• Traveling for an extended period of time from your home region or country.
• No activity on the number. Calls are not made and SMS are not sent.
• Disabling for personal purposes.

When connecting, each MTS user has the right to block his SIM card for a certain time (set independently) and then activate it.

Before you find out how to block an MTS SIM card temporarily, you should understand that all the services that you freely used before will be unavailable. You will not be able to access a page on the Internet, make a call (even within your home region) or send a message. Everything except the ability to dial emergency numbers (police, ambulance, Ministry of Emergency Situations) will be disabled.

You set the start date of the blocking yourself and can also remove all restrictions yourself. All funds on the balance will also be blocked until the service is deactivated.

Use this instruction to activate temporary blocking:

• Dial a simple combination *111*157# and activate it by pressing the “Call” button. After some time, you will be informed about the blocking options and by following the appropriate instructions you can temporarily disable it. The method is suitable for phones, smartphones and tablets.
• Log in to your MTS personal account. Log in through the official website and click “Block” at the very bottom. At the first stage, you need to select “Voluntary blocking” and confirm the decision with the “Next” button.
• Call the 24/7 customer support line. Just dial 0890 and wait to be connected to an operator. Inform about your intention to temporarily suspend servicing your SIM card for this service.
• Through the “My MTS” mobile application. It is not always possible to get a response quickly and in a timely manner, so log in and on the first screen click on the “MTS Hotline - for all questions” button. The smartphone will prompt you to dial the number 08460 – click “Call”.

Important information: you can activate a temporary block for free, but daily use will cost the subscriber 1 ruble starting after 14 days from the moment of activation. Using a simple calculation method, it turns out that each month will cost 30 rubles.

Deactivation of the service occurs as follows:

• Personal Area. Disabling the Voluntary Blocking service is most conveniently done in your personal account. To do this, go to the official MTS website in the “Number Management” section.
• Call the call center using a short mobile number and inform the employee about the decision to restore the use of the SIM card.
• Take your passport and visit the nearest MTS communication store.

Sim card not activated Xiaomi

Often the simplest details of smartphone settings cause difficulties - it is not clear what to do with them, it is impossible to troubleshoot problems, etc. You may encounter this situation when you receive a SIM card activation error notification. Why this happens and what to do will be discussed further.

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Contents of the article

Why do you need to activate your SIM card?

SIM activation is a process that is necessary to establish and increase the protection of a smartphone using a Xiaomi system account - Mi account.

As a rule, when you place the card in the phone, the smartphone will activate it itself, if you previously registered the number when creating a Mi account. But sometimes glitches still happen.

Sim card is not activated on Xiaomi: reasons

If the SIM card is placed in the phone correctly, then the problem is in the settings or operation of the phone. There is no single prerequisite for an activation error. Therefore, it is possible to determine why the SIM card could not be activated only by the last actions performed.

Why does the SIM activation error come:

• Activation via SMS message sent abroad;
• Mi account does not contain a registered phone number;
• Problems installing the language on the phone;
• Problems in the firmware.

Even if you are sure that none of the above happened to your device, it is recommended to check all the points.

How to activate a SIM card on Xiaomi: system message to another country

Let's start understanding the installation of sim from the first point. The problem here is that, as a rule, a SIM card is activated by sending a message abroad, and mobile operators quite often block such SMS.

There are two solutions:

1. Call the operator and ask about blocked SMS;
2. Check the availability of a phone number through the Xiaomi activation service if the SMS does not go away at all.

Also check your balance just in case this is exactly what failed you.

With the first method everything is clear. But the second one should be undertaken only when absolutely no SMS are sent from your phone.

Usually, when you place a SIM card in a gadget, the phone itself enters the number of the mobile operator in a place specially designed for this. But sometimes failures occur, and you have to act on your own.

Instructions:

• Open “Settings”, scroll the page to the “System Applications” tab - go;

• Next, open “Messages”;

• At the end of the page, find the “Advanced” tab;

• In the “System” section, find the field “SMS number;

5. Enter the mobile operator number in the field:

• Yota – 79585370690;
• MTC – 79168999100;
• Tele2 – 79043490000;
• Beeline – 79037011111;
• Megafon – 79202909090.

Ready.

Registering a phone number

Often the SIM card is not activated due to the fact that when creating a Mi account you specified your email and not your mobile phone number. In this case, you will simply have to link the number to your account.

Instructions:

• Go to the official Xiaomi website – “account.xiaomi.com”;
• Log in to your account - enter your login and password;
• Open the settings menu;
• Enter your mobile phone number in the special field;

SIM card is not activated xiaomi - Registering a phone number

• You will receive a confirmation code via SMS on your phone, which you will also need to indicate on the website;

Ready.

Changing the language on the phone

A fairly pressing problem is when the SIM card is not activated when the Russian language is installed on the smartphone.

What to do:

• First, you need to log out of your Mi account - open “Settings”;

• Go to the “Mi Account” page and log out of your account;

• Go back a step and find the “Advanced”/“Advanced Settings” tab;

• Open "Language and input";

• Next, go to “Language” and change Russian to English;

Ready.

Firmware check

It is possible that the activation problem lies in an outdated firmware version. Moreover, this is possible if everything worked properly before.

The solution is to check MIUI for updates, and, if any, replace the firmware with a newer version.

Manually entering a number if SMS does not work

There is another method that helps fix the problem if all of the above methods did not work and, on top of everything else, the inability to send SMS is added.

When the “SIM card is not activated” notification pops up again, click on it, then click on the “Repeat” button 4-5 times. A window will appear where you will need to enter your phone number, after which activation should occur.

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If none of the solutions work, contact the service center, as the problem may already be in the mechanical parts of the phone.

How to find out if a number is blocked

Before you figure out how to resume the previous operation of the SIM card, you need to find out the possible reasons for installing the block. There are several options to find out if the number is active:

1. You lost your mobile device or it was stolen by criminals. In such a situation, you must first contact the police and your operator. Act quickly so that the criminal does not have time to use personal data and funds in the account.
2. If a significant amount of debt has accumulated on your balance and you do not make timely payments, then the operator has every reason to suspend service to the phone number.>
3. Voluntary. When going on vacation abroad in international roaming, many users set a temporary block to save their money in a foreign country. Or the subscriber simply does not intend to use his device for a certain period of time.

4. If there is a long period of inactivity on the part of the consumer, if calls and messages are not registered from the SIM card for a long time, then the provider can set a block unilaterally.
5. Included with the new SIM are special codes for activating the equipment - PIN and PUK, when they are entered incorrectly, the card instantly and irrevocably fails.

To find out whether a phone number is currently active, you can use one of the following recommendations:

1. Try to make an outgoing call to any contact or send an SMS. If the SIM card is temporarily not working, you will not be able to perform any of the above actions.
2. To be as sure as possible, ask a friend or anyone nearby to call your cell phone. In the handset he will hear the voice of an automatic informer, who will report that the number is blocked, instead of the standard long beeps.
3. If you have any questions, please contact any of the provider’s nearest service centers, ask a free consultant to provide a detailed answer and describe the reason for the card’s inoperability.
4. Call the customer support number. Wait for a response from the specialist, after listening to the informant, so as not to wait on the line, press “0” and find out about the current status of the contract.
5. If you have a personal computer or other mobile device with active access to the network at hand, log in on the page in your personal account. In the main menu you will see the SIM status.

How to unlock an MTS SIM card blocked by an operator

MTS reserves the right to block a subscriber's SIM card for the following reasons:

1. Negative balance for a long time.
2. No usage fees.
3. If there is no action on the number for 6 to 183 days.

You can find out why your SIM card is blocked by calling the MTS call center. If the reason for blocking is debt or a negative balance, you just need to top up your mobile balance with the required amount. In this case, the card will be unlocked automatically as soon as the money is credited to the account.

If the card has been blocked because it has not been used for a long time, it is not possible to restore it yourself without the help of an operator or consultant.

Options to unlock iPhone without cellular card

When people receive an iPhone as a gift, they usually feel delighted and immediately want to turn it on. The absence of a card is not a reason not to activate your smartphone right away. Let's look at three ways to turn on an Apple device iPhone, any series: 5-6-7-8-X.

Options to enable iPhone without a SIM card:

• Simulated emergency call
• Just activate your iPhone
• Using Additional Tools

We choose the most interesting option for us and proceed to activation.

How to unlock an MTS SIM card if there is no PUK code

After three incorrect attempts to enter the PIN code, the SIM card is blocked and can only be activated after entering the PUK code. This code never changes and is tied to a mobile number. You can find it on the starter pack or call the operator at 0890 (from MTS numbers) or 8-800-250-0890 (from other numbers).

In order for the operator to dictate your PUK code number to you, you need to tell him the passport details of the SIM card owner and only then will you be able to unlock the SIM card.

If you accidentally blocked your number, there will be a voluntary blocking of your account, which is free for 14 days, but from the beginning of the third week, 1 ruble will be withdrawn from your account every day. Therefore, it is important to remove the block in the first days to avoid a negative balance in your account.

If the owner does not remove the blocking for at least 60 days, the SIM card is no longer subject to restoration. The number to which it is linked passes to another owner and is used when creating a new SIM card.

After removing the block, all settings and parameters remain untouched, for example, any connected services, tariff plan and the amount on the account balance (except for the amount that was written off within 14 days due to the use of a voluntary block). But keep in mind that you will not be able to save new contacts to this SIM card. However, for modern phones with a sufficient amount of built-in memory, this is far from a problem, so the question of how to save contacts is irrelevant.

There are times when you need to make an urgent call, but there is no access to a SIM card. Time is limiting and you don’t have time to visit the MTS office or even call the operator? Then use the method described below.

How to unlock a modem on MTS

If you bought a special modem to receive Internet via a SIM card, but stopped using MTS services and switched to another operator, you should unlock the MTS modem. So, here is a list of steps to unlock the modem:

1. You need to download the program “DC-Unlocker” or similar ones.
2. Then move all the data to your PC.
3. Next, connect your modem to your PC.
4. Run the program you downloaded and disable the device detection process in it.
5. Next, enter data on the modem parameters. In the first space “Select manufacturer” enter the modem model.
6. Find the magnifying glass and click on it.
7. After completing the actions, you will receive a message about the successfully activated program.

Well, perhaps, all the possible unlocking methods have already been explained, and the main question remains: is it possible to avoid blocking a SIM card? Of course yes, and you will learn how to do this so that you don’t have to worry about going to a service center or searching for a PUK code to activate your SIM card.