Instructions for activating and deactivating call forwarding from a Verizon Wireless device.
Turning On Call Forwarding
Conditional Forwarding (Missed calls come to the answering service)
- Dial *71 with your Signpost forwarding number
- Example: *715551236789
- Call the number, and listen for a success message
Unconditional Forwarding (All calls come to the answering service)
- Dial *72 with your Signpost forwarding number
- Example *725551236789
- Call the number, and listen for a success message
Turning Off Call Forwarding
If you wish to change your forwarding type, please deactivate current forwarding before dialing in new codes
Deactivate Call Forwarding
- Dial *73
- Call the number, and listen for a success message
If you are experiencing issues please check the following items
1. Ensure you have the device/number you wish to forward from
Note: Your Signpost forwarding number can be found at the top of your Messaging Hub
2. Important Information for Iphone Users:
If calls are not being forwarded after entering your code. Check the “Live Voicemail” setting in your Iphone and ensure that it is turned off! (Grayed Out)
Additional Resources:
You may also have the option to set up call forwarding from your My Verizon account at https://m.vzw.com/callforwarding