When does wireless local number portability begin?
Most consumers will be able to port numbers between wireless carriers starting November 24, 2003. 3. Is wireless porting available everywhere in the United States? WLNP is now available nationwide. 4. Can I make emergency calls on my wireless phone during the porting process? Yes, but here is some important information to keep in mind. Porting your number involves multiple systems that must be updated. When porting your number from or to any carrier, you need to plan for emergencies. What this means is that if you call 9-1-1 from your NEW phone after you request number portability, but before the port is complete, a 9-1-1 call center will not be able to call you back. It is vitally important that you remain on the line after calling 9-1-1 until advised that it is all right to hang up. If the call is disconnected before you provide your location and other details to the 911 operator, call 9-1-1 again and say that you were disconnected. If you call 9-1-1 from your OLD phone after you req
