How to Switch From Verizon to T-Mobile
Everything you need to switch, step by step
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How to Switch, Step by Step
We've listed the current T-Mobile switch promotions above. Pick the deal that works best for you.
Purchase a Verizon port number for $14. It's delivered to your email in minutes with the phone number, account number, and PIN.
Head to your nearest T-Mobile store and tell them you want to port in a number to activate a new line.
Hand the store rep your port number, account number, and PIN. They'll process the port and set up your new line.
The port completes, your new T-Mobile line is live, and the promotional deal is applied to your account.
Which Port Number Do You Need?
Carriers are grouped into families. To qualify for a switch deal, your port number must come from a different carrier family than the one you're switching to.
Since you're switching to T-Mobile, you need a number from the Verizon family or the AT&T family. We recommend a Verizon number — it works for all T-Mobile family deals and is delivered in minutes.
What to Bring to the T-Mobile Store
Common Questions
How long does it take to switch from Verizon to T-Mobile?
The in-store process takes about 30-60 minutes. Your new line activates immediately, and your number transfers within hours.
Will I lose my Verizon number?
No. You're porting a separately purchased number, not your personal one. Your Verizon line stays active until you decide to cancel it.
Can I keep my Verizon phone?
Yes, but it may need to be unlocked. Contact Verizon to request an unlock before you switch. Most modern phones work on T-Mobile once unlocked.
Will T-Mobile pay off my Verizon contract?
T-Mobile frequently runs promotions that cover early termination fees or remaining device payments when you switch. Ask about their "Get Out of the Red" or similar offers when you visit the store.
Ready to Switch?
Get a Verizon port number for $14 and claim T-Mobile's best switch deals.
Learn more about how port numbers work