Need to transfer your AT&T phone number to another carrier? You'll need an AT&T Port Out PIN (also called a Transfer PIN). This guide shows you exactly how to get one in 2025, with three reliable methods that work right now.
🚀 Quickest Method
Call from your AT&T phone:
*PORT (*7678)
Your PIN will be texted to you in minutes!
📋 What You'll Need
- Your AT&T account passcode (4-8 digit PIN)
- Access to your AT&T phone or account
- Be the primary account holder (for business accounts)
Three Ways to Get Your AT&T Port Out PIN
1
Call *PORT (Fastest & Most Reliable)
- From your AT&T phone, dial
*PORT(or*7678) - When prompted, enter your 4-8 digit account passcode
- Follow the automated prompts
- Your Transfer PIN will be sent to you via text message
✅ Recommended: This method works from any AT&T phone and is usually the fastest way to get your PIN.
2
myAT&T Mobile App
- Download and open the myAT&T app
- Sign in to your AT&T account
- Tap More → Manage Profile
- Select People & Permissions
- Scroll down to "Transfer phone number"
- Tap Request a new PIN
- Your Transfer PIN will display on screen
3
AT&T Website (att.com)
- Go to att.com and sign in to your account
- Click Manage profile (top left corner)
- Select People & permissions
- Scroll down and click Request a new PIN
- Your Transfer PIN will appear on screen with expiration date
⚠️ Important Things to Know
PIN Expiration: Your Transfer PIN expires in 4 days (14 days for business accounts). Request it close to when you plan to switch carriers.
Don't Cancel Early: Keep your AT&T service active until the port is complete. If you cancel first, you'll have to reactivate before porting.
Who Can Request a Transfer PIN?
- Any authorized user on personal accounts
- Only the primary user on business accounts
- Account must not have Wireless Account Lock enabled
Accounts That Don't Need a Transfer PIN
- AT&T Prepaid accounts
- Most AT&T Business accounts
- FirstNet Family plans (other FirstNet plans do need PINs)
🔒 Security & Privacy
Never share your account passcode with your new carrier. They only need your Transfer PIN, not access to your AT&T account.
💡 Pro Tips
- Use one PIN for multiple lines: A single Transfer PIN works for all numbers on the same account
- Porting timeline: Number transfers usually take 24-48 hours for wireless, up to 7-10 days for landlines
- Free service: Getting a Transfer PIN is completely free
- Generate anytime: You can request a new PIN whenever you need one
Having Trouble?
If you can't get your Transfer PIN using these methods:
- Make sure you're using the correct account passcode
- Verify you're the authorized user on the account
- Check if Wireless Account Lock is enabled (disable it first)
- Try calling AT&T customer service at 611 from your AT&T phone