How to Cancel Call Forwarding on Etisalat: A Complete Guide

Call forwarding is a convenient feature that allows you to redirect calls from your Etisalat number to another number, but there may be times when you no longer need this service. Whether you’ve set it up temporarily or want to stop it for good, canceling call forwarding on Etisalat is quick and easy.

In this guide, we’ll walk you through how to cancel call forwarding on your Etisalat number using multiple methods.

What is Call Forwarding?

Call forwarding is a service that allows you to forward incoming calls from your Etisalat number to another phone number. This feature is often used in situations where you can’t answer calls on your primary number, such as when traveling or if your phone is turned off. You can forward calls to any number (local or international), but there may be times when you need to cancel it.

Why Cancel Call Forwarding?

There are several reasons why you might want to cancel call forwarding:

• You no longer need it: If you’ve set it up temporarily, you may want to stop forwarding calls.
• It’s causing missed calls: Sometimes, forwarding calls to another number may cause you to miss important calls.
• Switching to another service: If you’ve switched to a new number or plan, you may not need call forwarding anymore.
• To reduce costs: If you’ve forwarded calls to an international number, it may incur extra charges.

How to Cancel Call Forwarding on Etisalat

There are several ways to cancel call forwarding on Etisalat. You can do it via USSD codes, the Etisalat app, or by contacting customer service.

Method 1: Cancel Call Forwarding via USSD Code

Etisalat offers USSD codes to manage call forwarding settings. Here’s how to use them to cancel call forwarding:

1. Open your phone’s dialer.
2. To cancel all types of call forwarding, dial:shellCopy##002#
3. Press the call button.
4. You will receive a confirmation message indicating that call forwarding has been deactivated.

This will cancel any active call forwarding settings on your Etisalat line.

Method 2: Cancel Call Forwarding via the Etisalat App

You can easily manage your call forwarding settings through the Etisalat UAE app:

1. Open the Etisalat UAE app on your smartphone.
2. Go to the “Settings” section.
3. Find the “Call Forwarding” option under call settings.
4. Review the active call forwarding settings and select the option to cancel or deactivate the forwarding.
5. Confirm your selection, and the changes will be applied immediately.

Method 3: Cancel Call Forwarding via Customer Service

If you prefer personal assistance, you can always contact Etisalat customer service for help with canceling call forwarding:

1. Dial 101 to reach Etisalat customer support.
2. Explain that you would like to cancel your call forwarding.
3. The customer service representative will deactivate call forwarding for you.

What Happens After Canceling Call Forwarding?

Once you cancel call forwarding:

• Your incoming calls will no longer be forwarded to another number.
• You will start receiving calls directly to your Etisalat number again.
• Any previous forwarding settings are removed, and you will be notified of the cancellation.

Canceling call forwarding on Etisalat is simple and can be done quickly through USSD codes, the Etisalat app, or by contacting customer service. Whether you’ve set it up temporarily or just want to stop forwarding calls, you can easily deactivate it and restore regular call functions.

With this guide, you now know how to cancel call forwarding on Etisalat in just a few simple steps. If you need further assistance, don’t hesitate to contact Etisalat customer service for additional help.