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NON QPR - Unlocking mobile phone 12:21 - Sep 14 with 2754 views

Has anyone used one of these internet sites rather than a mobile phone shop to unlock a mobile phone?

I have a Nokia Lumia on PAYG Vodafone which I want to unlock so the missus can use it for T-Mobile.
I've seen websites that do it for you at around a fiver but for obvious reasons I'd sooner use one that someone has used before trouble free.

Thanks in advance

Cherish and enjoy life.... this ain't no dress rehearsal

NON QPR - Unlocking mobile phone on 13:20 - Sep 14 with 2711 views

ganjR

Personally, I'd go to a shop. If they can't unlock it for any reason, they won't charge you. If they do unlock it, it's done on the spot.

NON QPR - Unlocking mobile phone on 14:39 - Sep 14 with 2667 views

Lblock

NON QPR - Unlocking mobile phone on 13:20 - Sep 14 by ganjR
Personally, I'd go to a shop. If they can't unlock it for any reason, they won't charge you. If they do unlock it, it's done on the spot.

Okay

I assume this can be any mobile phone shop or should I avoid the chains like Carphone a Warehouse and Vodafone?

Cherish and enjoy life.... this ain't no dress rehearsal

NON QPR - Unlocking mobile phone on 14:44 - Sep 14 with 2666 views

Juzzie

Ditto. I used a local high street shop. Cost £25 but peace of mind. God knows what/who you are dealing with over the 'net.

NON QPR - Unlocking mobile phone on 00:23 - Sep 15 with 2502 views

QPRMUSO

I would not recommend using any 3rd party website for unlocking a mobile phone as so many either do not work many a time or they are outright scams. If you want to go 3rd party, take it to any market phone stall or mobile specialist shop however it's still recommended to go via the original channel. So through Vodafone, they charge £20 if the phone was bought under 1yr ago. Over 1yr old, it is free of charge. Either way, you can do that in their stores, online or over the phone.

NON QPR - Unlocking mobile phone on 12:31 - Sep 15 with 2410 views

Saycey

Agree with the above responses.

Worth checking if it can be done easily - this is a good source of info...

https://www.giffgaff.com/unlock

NON QPR - Unlocking mobile phone on 13:07 - Sep 15 with 2385 views

W13R

LB, you should be able to call Vodafone and all they will need is the IMEI number of the phone. This is usually stamped on a label where the battery sits. It usually takes one/two days for them to unlock the phone so that you can use what ever SIM you choose to use.

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