How to Activate or Deactivate Call Forwarding on MTN, Glo, Airtel & 9mobile

Call forwarding allows you to redirect incoming calls from one phone number to another. This feature is useful if you use multiple SIM cards, your phone is switched off, busy, or out of network coverage.

In this guide, you’ll learn how to activate and deactivate call forwarding on MTN, Glo, Airtel, and 9mobile in Nigeria using simple USSD codes.

Why Use Call Forwarding?

• Receive important calls even when your phone is off or unreachable
• Manage multiple phone numbers easily
• Stay reachable while traveling or busy

Note: Call forwarding may attract charges depending on your network, so ensure you have enough airtime before activating it.

MTN Call Forwarding Codes

Activate Call Forwarding on MTN

Unconditional Call Forwarding (All Calls)

Dial:

*21*08012345678#

Conditional Call Forwarding

• When Busy:

  *67*08012345678#

• When Unreachable:

  *62*08012345678#

• When Not Answered:

  *61*08012345678#

Deactivate Call Forwarding on MTN

• Cancel all forwarding:

  ##002#

• Cancel unconditional forwarding:

  ##21#

• Cancel when busy:

  ##67#

• Cancel when unreachable:

  ##62#

• Cancel when not answered:

  ##61#

Airtel Call Forwarding Codes

Activate Call Forwarding on Airtel

Unconditional Call Forwarding

*21*08012345678#

Conditional Call Forwarding

• When Busy:

  *67*08012345678#

• When Unreachable:

  *62*08012345678#

• When Not Answered:

  *61*08012345678#

Deactivate Call Forwarding on Airtel

• Cancel all forwarding:

  ##002#

• Cancel unconditional forwarding:

  ##21#

• Cancel when busy:

  ##67#

• Cancel when unreachable:

  ##62#

• Cancel when not answered:

  ##61#

Glo Call Forwarding Codes

Activate Call Forwarding on Glo

Unconditional Call Forwarding

*21*08012345678#

Conditional Call Forwarding

• When Busy:

  *67*08012345678#

• When Unreachable:

  *62*08012345678#

• When Not Answered:

  *61*08012345678#

Deactivate Call Forwarding on Glo

Dial the code below to cancel all call forwarding:

##002#

9mobile Call Forwarding Codes

Activate Call Forwarding on 9mobile

Unconditional Call Forwarding

*21*08012345678#

Conditional Call Forwarding

• When Busy:

  *67*08012345678#

• When Unreachable:

  *62*08012345678#

• When Not Answered:

  *61*08012345678#

Deactivate Call Forwarding on 9mobile

##002#

How to Check If Call Forwarding Is Active

• All forwarding:

  *#002#

• Unconditional:

  *#21#

• When Busy:

  *#67#

• When Unreachable:

  *#62#

• When Not Answered:

  *#61#

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Can I forward calls to multiple numbers?

No. Call forwarding allows you to redirect calls to only one number at a time.
However, you can change the forwarded number anytime by deactivating the current setting and activating it again with a new number.

2. What does the USSD code *#62# do?

The USSD code *#62# shows the number your calls are forwarded to when your phone is unreachable
(switched off or out of network coverage). This helps you detect unauthorized or suspicious call forwarding,
which is sometimes used for fraud.

3. How do I cancel *62* call forwarding?

To cancel all conditional call forwarding options, dial the following codes:

• ##61# – Cancel forwarding when not answered
• ##62# – Cancel forwarding when unreachable
• ##67# – Cancel forwarding when busy

Afterward, confirm that the settings are cleared by dialing:
*#61#, *#62#, and *#67#.
If call forwarding persists, disable voicemail from your network provider’s settings or contact customer care.

4. Is there a cost for call forwarding?

Yes. Call forwarding may attract charges depending on your mobile network and the type of forwarding used.

• Unconditional forwarding (all calls) often incurs higher charges.
• Conditional forwarding (busy, unreachable, or no answer) may cost less.

Always check with your service provider for the exact call forwarding rates.

5. How do I know if call forwarding is active?

• Your network usually sends a confirmation message when call forwarding is enabled or disabled.
• You can check manually using USSD status codes such as *#21# or *#61#.
• You can also call your number from another phone to confirm if calls are being forwarded.

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