Outbound calls fail in FreePBX

Calls to outside numbers don't connect.

FreePBX device
What you needAffects
Admin access to the FreePBX admin panelCalls to outside numbers

1. Check FreePBX

  1. TrunkUnder Reports → Asterisk Info, check the trunk is registered.
  2. RouteOpen Connectivity → Outbound Routes and check a dial pattern matches the number.
  3. Caller IDCheck the route uses the right trunk and a caller ID your provider allows.

2. Find the reason

In the Asterisk CLI, watch a test call for the error your provider sends back.

Troubleshooting

ProblemLikely cause and fix
Some numbers failAdd a pattern for that number type.
All calls failThe trunk is down, or the account is suspended.
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