Airtel Call Barring And Diverting Codes: How To Easily Activate, Deactivate, And Manage Services
Airtel offers call barring and call diverting services that allow users to control incoming and outgoing calls. Whether you want to block unwanted calls, restrict outgoing calls, or forward calls to another number, Airtel provides USSD codes to manage these features effortlessly.
In this guide, you’ll learn how to activate, deactivate, and manage call barring and diverting on Airtel in Nigeria.
What is Call Barring?
Call barring is a feature that prevents specific types of calls from being made or received on your Airtel line. You can block:
- All incoming calls
- All outgoing calls
- International calls
- Calls while roaming
Airtel Call Barring Activation and Deactivation Codes
To use call barring, you need a default PIN, which is usually 0000. You can change this PIN if needed.
|
Call Barring Option |
Activation Code |
Deactivation Code |
|
Bar all outgoing calls |
Dial 330000# |
Dial #33*0000# |
|
Bar all incoming calls |
Dial 350000# |
Dial #35*0000# |
|
Bar international calls |
Dial 3310000# |
Dial #331*0000# |
|
Bar calls while roaming |
Dial 3510000# |
Dial #351*0000# |
|
Check call barring status |
Dial #33# |
- |
If you forget your call barring PIN, contact Airtel customer care at 111.
What is Call Diverting?
Call diverting (or call forwarding) allows you to redirect incoming calls to another number. This is useful when:
- You are busy or unavailable.
- Your phone is switched off or out of network coverage.
- You want all calls to be forwarded to another number.
Airtel Call Diverting Activation and Deactivation Codes
|
Call Diverting Option |
Activation Code |
Deactivation Code |
|
Divert all calls |
Dial 21phone number# |
Dial #21# |
|
Divert when busy |
Dial 67phone number# |
Dial #67# |
|
Divert when unanswered |
Dial 61phone number# |
Dial #61# |
|
Divert when unreachable |
Dial 62phone number# |
Dial #62# |
|
Cancel all diverts |
- |
Dial ##002# |
To check the status of call forwarding, dial #21#.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. What is the default PIN for Airtel call barring?
The default PIN is 0000, but you can change it using 03330old PINnew PIN*new PIN#.
2. Can I forward my calls to another network?
Yes, Airtel allows call forwarding to any local or international number.
3. How do I turn off all call barring?
Dial #330*0000# to remove all call barring settings.
4. Can I set up multiple call forwarding options at once?
Yes, you can activate different types of call forwarding simultaneously.
5. How do I check my active call forwarding settings?
Dial #21# to see if call forwarding is active.
Conclusion
Airtel’s call barring and diverting services help users manage their calls effectively. Whether you want to block unwanted calls, prevent international charges, or forward calls to another number, the USSD codes listed above will help you activate, deactivate, and manage these features with ease.
Try them today and enjoy better control over your Airtel calls!
