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*#33# on iPhone: Check Call Barring
By Muhammad Shahid · · 3 min read
Quick answer
*#33#: See whether outgoing calls are restricted on your line. Call barring is a network-level restriction on which calls a line may place or receive. This string interrogates the outgoing-call barring setting. US carriers rarely provision barring for consumer lines, so an error response here is the normal result.
Secret CodesDial codes, SIM & network test · Free on the App StoreDownload free →| Code | *#33# |
|---|---|
| What it does | See whether outgoing calls are restricted on your line. |
| Published for | AT&T and T-Mobile |
| Type | Support varies |
See whether outgoing calls are restricted on your line. This page explains what *#33# does, how to use it on an iPhone and which carriers it applies to.
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What does *#33# do?
Call barring is a network-level restriction on which calls a line may place or receive. This string interrogates the outgoing-call barring setting.
US carriers rarely provision barring for consumer lines, so an error response here is the normal result.
How do I use *#33#?
- Open the Phone app and tap Keypad.
- Type *#33# exactly as written.
- Press the green Call button and wait for the result.
Which carriers does this apply to?
| Published for | AT&T and T-Mobile |
|---|---|
| Type | Support varies |
| Good to know | Defined by GSM but seldom provisioned on US consumer plans. Expect an error on most lines. |
Related network and signal
- #43#: Turn Off Call Waiting
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- *43#: Turn On Call Waiting
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- *#43#: Check Call Waiting
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Frequently asked questions
What does *#33# do on iPhone?
See whether outgoing calls are restricted on your line. Call barring is a network-level restriction on which calls a line may place or receive. This string interrogates the outgoing-call barring setting.
What else should I know about *#33#?
US carriers rarely provision barring for consumer lines, so an error response here is the normal result.
What are the steps for *#33#?
1. Open the Phone app and tap Keypad. 2. Type *#33# exactly as written. 3. Press the green Call button and wait for the result.
Where do I use *#33#?
On the keypad of the Phone app.
Do I need to press Call after typing *#33#?
Yes. Type it on the Phone keypad, then press the green Call button.
Is *#33# a hidden or secret code?
No. It is a published service, not a hidden menu. iPhones do not have Android-style engineering menus.
Which carriers does *#33# work on?
It is published for AT&T and T-Mobile. Defined by GSM but seldom provisioned on US consumer plans. Expect an error on most lines.
Does *#33# work on Android phones too?
It is handled by the carrier or service rather than the iPhone, so it is not tied to one phone brand. Check with your carrier.
Will *#33# work outside the US?
It is published for US carriers and services, so do not count on it abroad. Ask your carrier before you travel.
What if *#33# 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 *#33#?
#43#: Turn Off Call Waiting. Send second calls straight to voicemail instead.
What else is in this category?
Choose Your Network Manually. Force your iPhone onto a specific network.
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