Summary of How to forward calls on iPhone and Android
- How do you activate call forwarding?
- Why is *72 not working to forward calls?
- How do I activate call forwarding with *21?
- What is the difference between *71 and *72 call forwarding?
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To activate call forwarding,
use your phone’s settings (Phone app > Settings > Call Forwarding or Supplementary Services) on both iPhone and Android to set rules (always forward, when busy, etc.), or dial carrier-specific codes like *72* (forward number) for immediate activation on some mobile or landline services, then enter the number and press call for confirmation.
On iPhone (iOS)
This video demonstrates how to activate call forwarding on an iPhone:
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TechPP
YouTube • Sep 14, 2024
Open the Settings app.
Tap Phone, then Call Forwarding (or Calls then Call Forwarding).
Toggle Call Forwarding ON.
Tap Forward To and enter the number you want calls redirected to, then tap Back.
For Dual SIM, select the line first.
On Android (Varies by phone)
You can watch this video to see how to set up call forwarding on an Android device:
00:51
Airtel Uganda
YouTube • Dec 6, 2023
Open the Phone app.
Tap the three-dot menu (More) and select Settings (or Phone Settings).
Look for Calling Accounts (Pixel) or Supplementary Services (Samsung).
Select Call Forwarding and choose your conditions (Always, Busy, Unanswered, Unreached).
Enter the number and turn it on.
This video shows you how to activate call forwarding on a Samsung phone:
00:57
Julio smart solutions
YouTube • Jun 23, 2024
By Dialing Codes (Mobile/Landline)
This video explains how to use dial codes to activate call forwarding:
58s
RaRe iTech
YouTube • Nov 8, 2025
To activate immediately: Dial *21* followed by the 10-digit number, then #, and press call (e.g., *21*1234567890#).
For other conditions: Dial *72 followed by the number (and wait for confirmation) for immediate forwarding, or *73 to disable.
This video demonstrates how to enable call forwarding using dial codes:
58s
RaRe iTech
YouTube • Dec 15, 2024
Important Notes
Call forwarding uses your mobile minutes as if you answered the call.
You must be on the cellular network for forwarding to work.
Contact your carrier if settings aren’t in your phone or for carrier-specific features like conditional forwarding (busy/no answer).
Set up call forwarding on iPhone – Apple Support
You can set up call forwarding on iPhone if you have cellular service through a GSM network. If you have cellular service through …
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How to Set Up Call Forwarding on Android: 3 Methods – Quo
Launch the Phone app. Select the three-dot menu in the top right corner and choose Phone Settings. Select Supplementary services. …
Quo
Call forwarding – Wikipedia
Call forwarding is often enabled by dialing *72 followed by the telephone number to which calls should be forwarded. Once someone …
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How to forward calls on iPhone and Android
Waiting for an important call? Whether it’s test results from your doctor or a new customer order, you don’t want to miss it. But what if you’re traveling or heading into a meeting and can’t answer?
That’s where call forwarding comes in. This feature lets you forward your phone calls to another number, like a business line or desk phone, so you can stay connected no matter where you are.
At Asurion, we care for you and your tech—whether you want to stop robocalls or check voicemail from another device. Here’s our guide to turning on and off call forwarding on iPhone® and Android™ phones.
Call forwarding vs. Call waiting
These two features are often confused but work differently:
- Call forwarding: Redirects incoming calls to another number so you don’t miss them.
- Call waiting: Alerts you to another incoming call while you’re already on the line, giving you the option to switch or decline.
If you want calls to go to another device when you’re unavailable, use call forwarding. If you want to answer multiple calls on the same phone, use call waiting.
Call forwarding on Android
Steps may vary depending on your phone model and carrier, but most Android devices include call forwarding options. Here’s how it works on popular models like the Google Pixel™ 8 Pro and Samsung Galaxy® S21.
How to turn on call forwarding on Android
- Open the Phone app.
- For Pixel: Tap More (three dots) > Settings > Calling Accounts > [your carrier] > Call Forwarding. For Samsung: Tap More (three dots) > Settings > Supplementary Services > Call Forwarding (SIM1 or SIM2) > Voice Calls.
- Choose one of these options:
- Always forward: Enter the number to forward all calls to and tap Turn on.
- When busy: Forward calls if your line is busy (often defaults to voicemail).
- When unanswered: Forward calls if you don’t pick up.
- When unreachable: Forward calls if your phone is off, in Airplane mode, or has no signal.
- Open the Phone app.
- Tap Menu > Settings > Calls > Call Forwarding.
- Turn off the option(s) you want to stop.
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Call forwarding on iPhone
If call forwarding is included in your carrier plan, you can manage it directly in your iPhone settings. If it’s not available, you’ll need to contact your carrier to add it.
How to turn on call forwarding on iPhone
- Go to Settings > Phone.
- Tap Call Forwarding and turn it on.
- Tap Forward To, then enter the number where you want calls forwarded.
- A call forwarding icon (a phone with an arrow) will appear in your status bar when it’s active. Note: You must be in your carrier’s network range to set up call forwarding.
- Go to Settings > Phone.
- Tap Call Forwarding and turn it off.
Many carriers also let you enable or disable call forwarding using short dial codes:
- AT&T and T-Mobile
- Turn on: Dial 21[number]# and press Call.
- Turn off: Dial #21# and press Call.
- Verizon
- Turn on: Dial *72[number] and press Call.
- Turn off: Dial *73 and press Call.
- Other carriers
- Codes may vary, so check with your provider.
Conditional forwarding lets you forward calls only in certain situations:
- When busy
- AT&T and T-Mobile: Dial 67[number]# then press Call.
- Verizon: Dial *90[number], press Call. To turn it off, dial *91 and press Call.
- When unanswered
- AT&T and T-Mobile: Dial 61[number]# then press Call.
- Verizon: Dial *92[number], press Call. To turn it off, dial *93 and press Call.
- When unreachable (phone off or no signal)
- AT&T and T-Mobile: Dial 62[number]# then press Call.
- Verizon: Dial *68[number], press Call. To turn it off, dial *69 and press Call.
These codes are helpful if you only want to forward calls under certain conditions instead of all the time.
FAQ
What is call forwarding?
It’s a feature that lets you redirect incoming calls to another phone number, like a landline or secondary mobile.
Why don’t I see the call forwarding option on my phone?
Some carriers don’t include call forwarding in all plans. Contact your carrier to check availability.
Will call forwarding affect my voicemail?
Yes—if calls are forwarded to another number, they won’t go to your voicemail unless that number is set up with its own voicemail.
Can I forward calls when my phone is off?
Yes—use the When unreachable option on Android, or turn on call forwarding from your iPhone before powering it down.
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