How to forward calls from Verizon

Need to forward your Verizon calls? Whether you’re setting up Upfirst’s AI answering service, going on vacation, or just want to make sure you never miss an important call, Verizon makes it easy to redirect calls to another number. This guide will walk you through how to forward all calls, only missed calls, and how to turn it off when you’re done.

How to forward all calls from Verizon

Want every call to your Verizon number to go straight to another phone? Here’s how to do it quickly:

1. Open your phone’s dialer (the screen where you make calls).
2. Dial *72 followed by the 10-digit number you want your calls forwarded to.
   For example, if forwarding to 123-456-7890, dial *721234567890
3. Press the call/send button and wait for a confirmation tone or message.
4. Hang up. Your calls are now forwarded!

To set up call forwarding using the My Verizon app:

• Open the app and sign in.
• Tap “Devices,” then select your phone.
• Tap “Manage” next to “Call Forwarding.”
• Enter the number you want calls forwarded to and save your changes.

How to forward only missed calls (conditional call forwarding) on Verizon

Conditional call forwarding means your calls only get sent to another number if you don’t answer, your phone is busy, or you’re out of reach. This is great if you want your phone to ring first, but still have a backup (like Upfirst) to catch anything you miss.

To set up conditional call forwarding on Verizon:

1. Open your phone’s dialer.
2. Dial *71 plus the 10-digit number you want unanswered calls forwarded to.
   For example, dial *711234567890
3. Press the call/send button and wait for a confirmation tone or message.
4. Hang up. Now, only unanswered calls will be forwarded.

How to turn off call forwarding on Verizon

Ready to stop forwarding your calls? Here’s how to turn off call forwarding for your Verizon line:

1. Open your dialer.
2. Dial *73 (for both immediate and conditional call forwarding).
3. Press the call/send button.
4. Wait for a confirmation tone or message, then hang up.
   All call forwarding settings will now be disabled.

If you set up forwarding through the My Verizon app, just go back to the call forwarding section and toggle it off or remove the forwarding number.

FAQs about call forwarding on Verizon

Does Verizon charge for call forwarding?
Verizon doesn’t charge you to set up call forwarding, but forwarded calls use your plan’s minutes. If you forward calls to a long-distance or international number, long-distance charges may apply.

Can I forward calls internationally with Verizon?
Generally, you can only forward calls to numbers within the U.S. Verizon does not support international call forwarding to most countries.

Will my phone still ring when call forwarding is enabled?
If you use immediate forwarding (*72), your phone won’t ring—it’ll send all calls straight to the other number. With conditional forwarding (*71), your phone rings first, and only forwards if you don’t answer.

Can I forward text messages too?
No, Verizon’s call forwarding only works for phone calls. To forward text messages, you’ll need a third-party app or use Verizon’s integrated messaging features.

How is immediate forwarding different from conditional forwarding?
Immediate forwarding sends every call straight to your chosen number, while conditional forwarding only kicks in when you don’t answer, your line is busy, or your phone is unreachable.

Can I forward calls from a Verizon landline?
Yes! Dial *72 plus the forwarding number from your landline, just like with a mobile phone. To turn it off, dial *73.

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