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##67# on iPhone: Cancel Busy Forwarding

By Muhammad Shahid · · 3 min read

Quick answer

##67#: Remove the busy-line forwarding rule. Erases the busy forwarding rule together with its stored number. GSM networks only.

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Key facts
Code##67#
What it doesRemove the busy-line forwarding rule.
Published forAT&T and T-Mobile
TypeGSM networks

Remove the busy-line forwarding rule. This page explains what ##67# does, how to use it on an iPhone and which carriers it applies to.

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What does ##67# do?

Erases the busy forwarding rule together with its stored number.

How do I use ##67#?

  1. Open the Phone app and tap Keypad.
  2. Type ##67# exactly as written.
  3. Press the green Call button and wait for the result.

Which carriers does this apply to?

Published forAT&T and T-Mobile
TypeGSM networks
Good to knowGSM networks only.
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Frequently asked questions

What does ##67# do on iPhone?

Remove the busy-line forwarding rule. Erases the busy forwarding rule together with its stored number.

What are the steps for ##67#?

1. Open the Phone app and tap Keypad. 2. Type ##67# exactly as written. 3. Press the green Call button and wait for the result.

Where do I use ##67#?

On the keypad of the Phone app.

Do I need to press Call after typing ##67#?

Yes. Type it on the Phone keypad, then press the green Call button.

Is ##67# a hidden or secret code?

No. It is a standard GSM code, handled by the network rather than by a hidden menu on the iPhone.

Which carriers does ##67# work on?

It is published for AT&T and T-Mobile. GSM networks only.

Does ##67# work on Android phones too?

GSM codes are a network standard, so they generally behave the same on any phone on a network that supports them.

Will ##67# work outside the US?

It depends on the network you are on. GSM codes are a standard, but each network decides which it supports.

What if ##67# does not work on my iPhone?

Check that it applies to your carrier first, because carriers decide which services they offer and can change them. If it should apply to your line, contact your carrier.

What is related to ##67#?

**67*[number]#: Forward When Busy. Redirect calls that arrive while you are on another call.

What else is in this category?

#67#: Pause Busy Forwarding. Switch busy forwarding off but keep the number.

Can I find ##67# in an app?

Yes. Secret Codes, a free iPhone app, includes it with its steps and carrier details.

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