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Do you want to use your mobile phone abroad or do you want to unlock your mobile device for use on other carriers? If you bought your mobile device from T-Mobile<\/strong> or if you are currently using a T-Mobile-enabled phone<\/strong>, we\u2019ve prepared a complete guide to SIM unlock your phone<\/strong> on a legal and easy way Most of the mobile carriers nowadays have pre-installed programs or softwares that prohibits mobile devices to be used on another carrier. So, if you plan to switch carriers using the same mobile device you need to get a SIM Unlock code<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n And just like most carriers, T-Mobile<\/strong> also programmed their mobile phones this way. Let\u2019s explore how you can unlock your mobile device through the guidelines we will discuss below.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Make sure the mobile phone you wish to use with another carrier is compatible with their network. Take note that even if you find your phone model on their website, phones\/mobile devices purchased from T-Mobile<\/strong> has specific version numbers- that means some of your phone\u2019s functionality\/features may or may not work fully on the network you want to switch to.<\/p>\n Verizon<\/strong><\/a> and Sprint<\/strong><\/a> uses CDMA technology<\/strong>, while AT&T<\/strong><\/a> and T-Mobile<\/strong> use GSM technology<\/strong> for their networks. You can\u2019t use a GSM phone on a CDMA network<\/strong><\/a>, and likewise, a CDMA<\/strong> phone can\u2019t be use on a GSM<\/strong> network.<\/p>\n Do not confuse yourself on a CDMA<\/strong> phone with a sim card slot. Some CDMA<\/strong> phones have sim slots to be simultaneously used on the 4G LTE<\/strong> towers of carriers like Sprint<\/strong> or Verizon<\/strong>, but it doesn\u2019t necessarily mean this phone can work on a carrier with a GSM<\/strong> network that uses sim cards to work.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Unlocking a mobile device is fully legalized in the US<\/strong>. If you are using a T-Mobile<\/strong> phone, they will even allow you to have your phone temporarily unlocked (for travel, etc) depending on your eligibility.<\/p>\n Like T-Mobile<\/strong>, almost all carriers around the world (except those from European countries) tie up your phone\u2019s unlock eligibility on a specific number of months that you have used up their service. It\u2019s usually 90 days (3 months) after activation that they allow you to unlock your phone through them if you are still in a contract (postpaid).<\/p>\n Some service providers, however, do not allow you to unlock your phone without paying your phone\u2019s remaining device balance- if you are still in a contract. Being in a contract means they have subsidized your phone for X<\/strong><\/em> number of months, and this ultimately means that if you haven\u2019t finished your contract, you will pay for the device balance equivalent to the subsidized amount on the remaining number of months left before your contract ends. T-Mobile<\/strong> also has a specific set of policies regarding device unlock which we will cover in the next section.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Ok, now this is probably the first tick box you have in mind and bet you already tried calling customer service, but have pleaded to no avail. Before you raise your eyebrows, let\u2019s first go through the T-Mobile unlock requirements<\/strong> and policies for those who haven\u2019t tried their luck with cx svc<\/strong>. That\u2019s quite a long list, but what we must take note is that T-Mobile does ask for the device to be paid in full for EIP<\/strong> or postpaid accounts. That\u2019s one route you can go, but good news, you have another option! And that is to use a third party unlock service provider<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n Here at UnlockBase<\/strong>, we help you get your unlock code quick and at an affordable rate. To make it clear once and for all, WE DON\u2019T REQUIRE YOU TO QUALIFY ON ANY T-MOBILE UNLOCK POLICY<\/strong>. We have a different set of unlock eligibility requirements and we will discuss that on the latter part of this article<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n Going back, T-Mobile<\/strong> used to provide SIM<\/strong> unlock codes, but to avoid errors and to make things easier, they have created the Mobile Device Unlock App<\/strong><\/a> and pre-installed it on your phone. Let\u2019s go through the Mobile Device Unlock App<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0on the next section.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n With the Mobile Device Unlock App<\/strong><\/a>, you will no longer need to go to a physical store or contact customer service as the app lets you unlock your phone with just one tap. If you think your account is eligible and qualified on all the T-Mobile Unlock requirements<\/strong>, you will be able to request for unlock conveniently.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n There\u2019s no need to enter any code, just tap and request for unlock. Easy as that.<\/p>\n The only caveat is this app is ONLY<\/strong> available ON ANDROID<\/strong> devices.<\/p>\n You have two unlock options, Temporary<\/strong> or Permanent<\/strong>. If you are travelling or just want to temporarily use a non- T-Mobile SIM<\/strong> card on your phone, you can opt for the Temporary Unlock<\/strong>.<\/p>\n If your temporary unlock request expires, you will receive an expiration message. If you change your mind and want to unlock your mobile permanently, you have to wait for your Temporary Unlock<\/strong> to expire.<\/p>\n If you want to Permanently unlock your phone<\/strong><\/a>, you can tap on the Permanent Unlock option. If successful, the app will automatically uninstall on your mobile and you only need to restart the phone to get rid of the pop-up notification. <\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n As mentioned earlier, at UnlockBase<\/strong>, we don\u2019t require you to qualify for any specific unlock eligibility requirement according to the T-Mobile<\/strong> policies. We do have our own set of Unlock Eligibility requirements<\/strong> that are prerequisites prior to finalizing your unlock order.<\/p>\n These prerequisites make sure that the unlock process will be smooth, easy, and fast.<\/p>\n We only want to eliminate any factors that may complicate the unlock process or that may cause the unlock to fail. If you qualify to all our unlock eligibility requirements, you are assured of a refund in case the unlikely event happens and the unlock failed.<\/p>\n For Android<\/strong> devices which support the Mobile Device Unlock App<\/strong><\/a>, we can remotely enter your IMEI<\/strong> on the T-Mobile<\/strong> server and get your phone unlocked within 3-5 business days<\/strong>.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n We already have discussed how we unlock your device through the Mobile Device Unlock App on a previous blog post<\/strong><\/a>. It includes the supported devices, the troubleshooting steps, and all the how-tos<\/strong><\/em> on unlocking your phone.<\/p>\n The Unlock Eligibility requirements<\/strong> vary per phone model (we will give you a copy of this via email before confirming your order), but to give you an idea, here\u2019s a few of the general requirements we ask before we proceed.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n \u2714\u00a0 Make sure your mobile device is CLEAN, NOT REPORTED LOST OR STOLEN<\/p>\n \u2714\u00a0 Make sure to try first a Permanent Unlock<\/strong> on your phone before confirming your order, please follow the steps listed earlier. Confirm your order only when your error is like this: \u00a0\u201cUnlock Failed: This mobile wireless device is not eligible for unlocking. For Device Unlock eligibility details, please go online or contact Customer Care.<\/em>\u201d<\/p>\n \u2714\u00a0 We can\u2019t process an unlock unless you fix all other errors on your mobile.<\/p>\n \u2714\u00a0 Make sure your phone is connected to the server before continuing. If you are getting an error that says \u201cServer not responding, try again later<\/em>\u201d,\u00a0 it means your phone is not communicating to the server. Either you have weak mobile data signal or your WiFi connection<\/strong> is not strong and steady.<\/p>\n \u2714\u00a0 Make sure your phone is running on its original software and not on a Custom OS<\/strong><\/a>. Rooted devices, or a mobile device that is running on a Custom OS<\/strong>, will not be recognized by the server and will not be unlocked.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n If you are ready to unlock your phone, take note of your mobile\u2019s IMEI (International Mobile Equipment Identity). This serves as your mobile\u2019s unique serial number and this is the only thing we will need to get your T-Mobile device successfully unlocked. <\/p>\n To get your IMEI, simply dial *#06# on your dial pad.<\/p>\n Go here<\/strong><\/a>, to start your order.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n <\/p>\n![\"Phone](\"https:\/\/www.unlockbase.com\/blog\/wp-content\/Phone-be-used-with-other-carriers-without-T-Mobile-intervention.png\")
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SIM Unlock Legality<\/h2>\n
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<\/p>\nUnlocking With T-Mobile Customer Service: What to Expect<\/h2>\n
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<\/p>\nHow To Use The Mobile Device Unlock App<\/h2>\n
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<\/p>\nUnlocking Through UnlockBase: What You Need To Know<\/h2>\n
If you are using an iOS (iPhone) device from T-Mobile<\/strong>, there\u2019s also no need to enter an unlock code. However, unlocking an iPhone<\/strong><\/a> is a completely different process. Go here<\/strong><\/a> to see how it\u2019s done.<\/strong><\/em><\/div>\n
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