Move existing numbers to Teams

Port your phone numbers so they ring in Teams.

Microsoft Teams device
What you needAffects
Teams admin access in the Teams admin center, a recent bill from your current provider, and authority to move the numbersThe numbers being moved

1. Start the port

  1. Open phone numbersIn the Teams admin center, go to Voice → Phone numbers.
  2. Start a port orderStart a port order, or follow your Operator Connect provider's process.
  3. Provide detailsEnter the account details and upload a recent bill.

2. Finish

  1. Wait for the dateYour provider confirms a port date. Don't cancel your old service until it's done.
  2. Assign the numbersOnce complete, assign the numbers to users or resource accounts.
  3. TestCall each number from a mobile.

Troubleshooting

ProblemLikely cause and fix
Port is rejectedThe account details or address don't match the bill exactly.
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