Technical Porting Process

1

Authorization & Submission

Recipient-led; request port at recipient store with NID; 90-day lock-in period after porting

2

Centralized Validation

The migration is overseen by BTRC using the Centralized clearinghouse managed by Infozillion to ensure integrity between donor and recipient networks.

Regulatory Benchmarks

Mobile Porting SLA

72 hours (mandated max); typically 24 hours

Max Service Outage

Minimal

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Expert Guidance

Bangladesh has a strict 90-day lock-in period; fee includes a specific 'SIM tax' component mandated by government.

Common Questions

Is number porting possible in Bangladesh?
Yes, Bangladesh currently has Y (mobile) status for number portability, covering Mobile (nationwide) services.
How long will I be without service during the switch?
The maximum allowed service interruption is typically , with the total process usually taking 72 hours (mandated max); typically 24 hours.

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