Discussion topic: Replacement sim help
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Message posted on 07 Sep 2026 11:17 AM
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Replacement sim help
Hello, After nearly losing my phone recently, I wish to prepare for if this happens for real. I will get a cheap phone and transfer all my data over, then basically leave it in a cupboard until I need it.
I believe that if I request a replacement sim to retain my number, but use it in the back up phone it will deactivate my current sim. So my question is, if I order a replacement sim now, is there any time limit on activating it or can I leave it in the pack until I need it, bearing in mind this could be years?
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Message posted on 07 Sep 2026 11:24 AM
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Re: Replacement sim help
@Tinnyribs wrote:
Hello, After nearly losing my phone recently, I wish to prepare for if this happens for real. I will get a cheap phone and transfer all my data over, then basically leave it in a cupboard until I need it.
I believe that if I request a replacement sim to retain my number, but use it in the back up phone it will deactivate my current sim. Correct
So my question is, if I order a replacement sim now, is there any time limit on activating it or can I leave it in the pack until I need it, bearing in mind this could be years? No, as the sim will dropp off your account after approx 60 days.
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Message posted on 07 Sep 2026 11:34 AM
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Re: Replacement sim help
Thank you so much for your help 👍
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