Call forwarding on an iPhone allows you to send incoming calls to another number. It's helpful in situations like travel, poor signal areas, or when using multiple phones. Here's how to set it up and manage it easily.
How to Set Up Call Forwarding on iPhone
Open Settings: On your iPhone's home screen, find and tap the "Settings" app icon.
Tap "Phone": Scroll down and tap on "Phone."
Tap "Call Forwarding": In the Phone settings, tap on "Call Forwarding."
Turn On Call Forwarding: Toggle the "Call Forwarding" switch to the On position. It will turn green when active.
Enter the Forwarding Number: Tap on "Forward To" and enter the phone number where you want to receive your calls. Make sure to include the full number, including the area code.
Settings Save Automatically: The settings will save automatically. All calls will now be sent to that number.
How to Turn Call Forwarding On from Your iPhone
Go to Settings > Phone > Call Forwarding.
Toggle it On and enter the forwarding number.
The settings will save automatically.
Turn On Call Forwarding (Always) Using Dial Codes
You can also use a dial code to activate unconditional call forwarding:
Dial 21<phone number># and then press the Call button.
Example: 211234567890#, then press Call (replace 1234567890 with the actual number).
How to Turn Call Forwarding Off from Your iPhone
Open Settings > Phone > Call Forwarding.
Toggle the switch Off.
Turn Off Call Forwarding Using Dial Codes
To deactivate call forwarding using codes:
To deactivate all call forwarding: Dial ##002# and then press the Call button.
To deactivate unconditional call forwarding specifically: Dial #21# and then press the Call button.
Check Current Forwarding Status
To see if call forwarding is currently enabled:
Dial *#21# and then press the Call button.
These codes may vary slightly by carrier and region. Check with your service provider if they don't work for you.
Now you know how to set up, turn off, and manage call forwarding on your iPhone — both through the settings and using dial codes. It's a simple but powerful feature to stay connected anywhere, anytime.
When is Call Forwarding Useful?
You can use call forwarding in several real-life situations:
Traveling abroad: You can forward calls to a local number or a different contact method to potentially avoid roaming charges on your primary line. Though international forwarding charges might still apply depending on your carrier.
Switching phones: Keep receiving calls while changing devices.
Bad signal areas: Forward calls to a landline or another mobile when you're in an area with poor reception.
Battery is low or phone is off: Stay reachable by forwarding to another phone if your iPhone's battery is dying or dead.
Working remotely: Direct calls to your work or personal number as needed.
What to Consider Before Setting Up
Before you set up call forwarding, keep a few things in mind:
Check with your carrier: Some mobile carriers may charge for forwarded calls, or they might have specific conditions for using the service.
Ensure the number is active: Double-check the number you're forwarding to. A mistyped number can cause missed calls.
Voicemail behavior may change: Voicemails might go to the forwarded device's voicemail system rather than your iPhone's.
No conditional options in iPhone settings: The built-in iPhone settings typically offer unconditional call forwarding (all calls). For advanced conditional forwarding (e.g., when busy, no answer, or unreachable), you may need to use dial codes or contact your carrier.
How does call forwarding work with Do Not Disturb mode?
Call forwarding and Do Not Disturb (DND) mode work independently, but they can complement each other depending on how you set them up.
Call Forwarding: This feature redirects incoming calls to another number, meaning your iPhone won't ring because the call is sent elsewhere.
Do Not Disturb: When enabled, your iPhone silences calls and notifications. Calls still come through to your iPhone, but they won't ring or alert you unless they're from contacts you've allowed.
If Call Forwarding is active, calls will go to the forwarded number regardless of your Do Not Disturb settings. Your iPhone won't receive them at all.
If Call Forwarding is off and Do Not Disturb is on, calls will still reach your iPhone but will be silenced according to your DND settings.
This setup is useful if you want absolute call redirection (Call Forwarding) or simply to filter calls while keeping them on your phone (Do Not Disturb).
How does call forwarding compare to other call management features?
Call forwarding is just one of several call management features available on an iPhone. Here's how it compares to other options:
Call Forwarding vs. Do Not Disturb:
Call forwarding redirects incoming calls to another number entirely.
Do Not Disturb silences calls and notifications on your iPhone, but the calls still arrive and can go to voicemail on your device.
Call Forwarding vs. Voicemail:
Call forwarding sends calls to another phone number.
Voicemail lets callers leave a recorded message on your current device when you're unavailable.
Call Forwarding vs. Call Blocking:
Call forwarding redirects calls to another line without preventing them from reaching you.
Call blocking stops specific numbers from calling your phone altogether.
Call Forwarding vs. Silence Unknown Callers:
Call forwarding applies to all calls and sends them to a chosen number.
Silence Unknown Callers ignores calls from numbers not in your contacts, sending them straight to voicemail on your iPhone.
Call Forwarding vs. Call Waiting:
Call forwarding sends calls to another number so you don't receive them on your iPhone at all.
Call Waiting alerts you to incoming calls while you're already on another call and lets you switch between them.
Each feature serves a different purpose depending on what you need. Whether it's avoiding distractions, filtering callers, or ensuring you receive calls even when using another device.
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