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ShahTaw_4132541
SMARTY Rookie
11-05-2026

Old sim to new sim

I came from a different SIM company. I switched to Smarty and chose an eSIM. I entered my PAC code and my old number details, but when I activated the eSIM, it showed a different number and a new SIM. Why did this happen? I want to keep my old number when switching SIMs.

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  • MSF's avatar
    MSF
    SMARTY Guru
    12-05-2026

    ShahTaw_4132541​ Before your number is ported across to Smarty, your sim is allocated a temporary random number so that you have service. When your number ports, your account will show the correct number.