T-Mobile SIM Cards -Keeping them active

[Deleted User] · 20/07/06 - 12:16

Is it true that after 6 months, when you have not used your SIM card, it expires? If it is true, will a call to check my credit keep it activated, or will I need to make a charged call?

Thanks in advance

James

[Deleted User] · 20/07/06 - 12:21

jimmyjimbo72 wrote:

Is it true that after 6 months, when you have not used your SIM card, it expires? If it is true, will a call to check my credit keep it activated, or will I need to make a charged call?

Thanks in advance

James

You need to make a chargeable phone call or send a text message.

[Deleted User] · 20/07/06 - 12:55

OK thanks mate

[Deleted User] · 20/07/06 - 16:43

You know when you make this call, does it have to last for a certain amount of time, or does it have to last for a minimum time eg. 5 minutes?

Thanks,

James

[Deleted User] · 20/07/06 - 17:03

The T&Cs say that you have to make a "connection action" at least once every 180 days to keep your phone active.

It doesn't have to be a phone call or a text, it can also be topping up you account, or registering your details.

In the case of a call, it doesn't matter how long it lasts, as long as it connects.

‘Connection actions’ are defined as:
– Making a chargeable outbound call
– Sending a text message
– Topping up your account
– Making a payment for a value added service
– Registering your details

System · 20/07/06 - 21:50

jimmyjimbo72 wrote:

Is it true that after 6 months, when you have not used your SIM card, it expires? If it is true, will a call to check my credit keep it activated, or will I need to make a charged call?

Thanks in advance

James

Call your voicemail and hang up. It isn't free any more so its a chargable call.

[Deleted User] · 20/07/06 - 22:06

Voicemail is still free on the older PAYG tariffs though, such as Relax. So it wouldn't count if you are on one of these tariffs.

System · 21/07/06 - 09:58

mattworld wrote:

Voicemail is still free on the older PAYG tariffs though, such as Relax. So it wouldn't count if you are on one of these tariffs.

Are you sure my mates on that old tariff and even the older one i forgot what its called now but they still get charged for voicemail.

[Deleted User] · 21/07/06 - 14:53

I don't get gharged for voicemail anymore.

Would a call that cost 2p keep my SIM activated?

Thanks

[Deleted User] · 21/07/06 - 20:41

Yes a 2p call would theory keep the SIM active, but the minimum call charge is 5p. In practice a 5p call will keep the SIM active.

ryanwilliams479 wrote:

Are you sure my mates on that old tariff and even the older one i forgot what its called now but they still get charged for voicemail.

Yep, older tariffs that originally came with free voicemail still have it.

[Deleted User] · 25/07/06 - 17:44

Oh, I've also got one more question :P

My friend said that the minimum top-up fee has been lowered to £5 for pay as you go call plans. Is this for all PAYG plans, or is it only for certain ones?

Thanks very much!

James

[Deleted User] · 25/07/06 - 20:09

Its £5 for all the tariffs as far as I know.

You can top-up you account between £5 - £200 with your debit/credit card online, via the phone or text message.

If you use e-topup you can top-up values from £5 - £50.

Hey there!

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