Mobile Number Portability (MNP): Complete Guide to Process and Status Check

A significant number of people today rely on mobile networks for work or leisure as well as connecting with their friends and family. Thus, quality network coverage is of utmost importance along with prompt service as well as affordable plans. These are a few key factors for users to switch from one network provider to another. Mobile number portability (MNP) is a facility that enables subscribers to switch to a different telecom operator without changing their existing number. The MNP process usually involves a few steps, starting with port request. Once MNP is requested it takes a few days for porting to complete. Read on to understand how MNP works and know MNP status checking process.

 Step-by-Step Guide to MNP Process with Vi Network:

The MNP process can become extensive and time taking. But with Vi the whole porting process becomes seamless. A digital representative will take care of your document verification and SIM activation process.

• Visit the MNP online page and enter your basic details like pin code and number you wish to port
• Enter your address and select a plan that suits all your requirements
• Make payment and place an order, a new SIM card will be delivered free of charge
• To confirm the port-in request, generate a Unique Porting Code (UPC) by sending an SMS, PORT <10 digit mobile number to port> to 1900.
• At the time of SIM delivery, share UPC with the representative

 How to Check Your MNP Status?

When you request for a sim port process (MNP), you will receive alerts about your porting status through SMS at every stage of porting. The MNP status check can also be done via the MNP service providers of your zone.

MNP Service Areas by Zone

ZONE-1 (North and West India) - myportstatus.com

ZONE-2 (South and East India) - mnpindia.in

 

Zone-1 Service Area	Zone-2 Service Area
Jammu & Kashmir	Karnataka
Haryana	Kerala
Punjab	Andhra Pradesh
Himachal Pradesh	Tamil Nadu
Rajasthan	Assam
Uttar Pradesh(East)	Bihar
Uttar Pradesh(West)	Odisha
Gujarat	West Bengal
Delhi	North East
Maharashtra	Madhya Pradesh
Mumbai	Kolkata

 

MNP Eligibility Requirements:

There are certain eligibility guidelines to be noted before requesting for MNP. Following these will ensure the generation of Unique Porting Code (UPC).

1. Subscribers should clear all outstanding dues with their existing telecom operator.
2. Users must have a minimum of 90 days subscription with their existing service provider.
3. The mobile number should not be prohibited by any court of law for porting.
4. Any pending contractual obligations should be fulfilled before porting requests.
5. Change of ownership of the mobile number should not be in process.

With the introduction of Mobile Number Portability and its easy process users can port to Vi from any network conveniently. Now they can switch from prepaid to postpaid or vice versa without any hassle. To avail number port service simply visit Vi MNP page and enjoy unlimited benefits.