To move your phone number over to our network, the phone's original account must still be active with
the other provider
Some phone service providers require a phone to be paid in full before you can move its number to
another network — check with your current provider for their policy
Have the following information about the phone number you want to transfer:
Account owner's full name
Carrier company's name
Account number with that provider
Password or PIN for the account with that provider - Some providers require a porting PIN, check
with your current provider for their requirements
The phone number
If you plan to bring your own device to a UScellular account, you can learn more here.
A credit check may be required.
Existing accounts must be current to add a new line.
If you need to transfer data from an existing device or are trading in a device:
Click here for instructions on transferring phone content (texts, pictures, contacts, apps, etc ) from
one device to another
Devices being returned or traded-in must be in good working condition and unlocked
by removing the
passcode:
To disable passcode on Android devices, please refer to our Device
Tutorials for your specific
device
For Apple devices, you should also disable "Find my iPhone/Find my iPad". View instructions.
If you've installed any apps, be prepared to reinstall them on your new
device
Please note: U.S. Cellular is not responsible for charges related to
application installation
A valid, government-issued
photo ID, such as a driver's license or passport
and information for a credit application, such as your social security number.
You must be the Account Owner or an
Authorized Contact on an existing
account.