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*611 on iPhone: Metro by T-Mobile Customer Service

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Quick answer

*611: Metro's support line from a Metro phone. Metro documents *611 from a Metro handset, or 1-888-8METRO8, as the way to reach customer care. Metro is T-Mobile's own prepaid sub-brand rather than a third-party MVNO, so the support organisation is genuinely Metro's. Note the star. Metro publishes the starred form, and on some Metro devices plain 611 behaves differently.

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Key facts
Code*611
What it doesMetro's support line from a Metro phone.
NetworkT-Mobile
TypeCarrier specific

Metro's support line from a Metro phone. This page explains what *611 does, how to use it on an iPhone and which carriers it applies to.

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What does *611 do?

Metro documents *611 from a Metro handset, or 1-888-8METRO8, as the way to reach customer care. Metro is T-Mobile's own prepaid sub-brand rather than a third-party MVNO, so the support organisation is genuinely Metro's.

Note the star. Metro publishes the starred form, and on some Metro devices plain 611 behaves differently.

How do I use *611?

  1. Open the Phone app and tap Keypad.
  2. Type *611 exactly as written.
  3. Press the green Call button and wait for the result.

Who is this for?

NetworkT-Mobile
TypeCarrier specific
Good to knowMetro by T-Mobile lines only. Metro is a T-Mobile sub-brand, so T-Mobile postpaid codes do not apply.
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Frequently asked questions

What does *611 do on iPhone?

Metro's support line from a Metro phone. Metro documents *611 from a Metro handset, or 1-888-8METRO8, as the way to reach customer care. Metro is T-Mobile's own prepaid sub-brand rather than a third-party MVNO, so the support organisation is genuinely Metro's. Note the star.

What else should I know about *611?

Metro publishes the starred form, and on some Metro devices plain 611 behaves differently.

What are the steps for *611?

1. Open the Phone app and tap Keypad. 2. Type *611 exactly as written. 3. Press the green Call button and wait for the result.

Where do I use *611?

On the keypad of the Phone app.

Do I need to press Call after typing *611?

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

Is *611 a hidden or secret code?

No. It is a published service, not a hidden menu. iPhones do not have Android-style engineering menus.

Who can use *611?

Customers of the carrier named on this page. Metro by T-Mobile lines only. Metro is a T-Mobile sub-brand, so T-Mobile postpaid codes do not apply.

Does *611 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 *611 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 *611 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 *611?

Ultra Mobile: International Roaming Balance. Text ROAM to 6700 for your roaming balance.

What else is in this category?

*99: Metro by T-Mobile: Pay Your Bill. Dials Metro's automated payment line.

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