Changing Mobile Phone Provider

[barry1010]

I've been with EE for years on a one month rolling contract, SIM only. I can get a much better with Smarty who use the EE network. I understand that I need to give EE 30 days notice and ask for the PAC so that I can keep the same number.
What I need help with is the new SIM from Smarty. Ideally I'd like to activate on the day that my EE service stops. Can I order the SIM now and activate it in 30 days time? I don't understand properly how these things work

[THECORBYLOON]

Thus explains the process.

https://www.portnumber.co.uk/transfer/mobile/from-EE-Mobile/to-SMARTY?amp

[barry1010]

Ta. I'lll wait a couple of weeks before ordering the SIM

[Hopkirk]

Actually Smarty uses the Three network, so check coverage.

It is actually owned by Three, so won't have changed to EE.

[Electrochem]

Transferring your number to your new provider will not happen immediately. It usually takes one or two days. This is mentioned in the link that Corbyloon has provided. I would also ensure that you don't have any time remaining on your contract. I used the Three network for some time, but found it very patchy. Have been with Tesco for some time now and find the cost and service excellent.

[jaydj]

Might be worth you talking to EE first and telling them that you are leaving them. I did this and EE then offered me a better deal to stay

[brainiac]

I would contact EE and tell them you are about to leave - companies then often offer a better deal

[barry1010]

Thanks all

[Hopkirk]

If you particularly want to stay on the EE network, have a look at Plusnet. Both companies are owned by BT, but Plusnet's deals are cheaper than BT or EE.

[barry1010]

I have never been so insulted! Phoned EE, told them I was going elsewhere and they said, 'fine, we'll cancel your direct debit'.