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Troubleshoot Mint Mobile Porting Issues – Fix Delays & Errors

If your port request fails, the issue is almost always incorrect or expired credentials. Here's how to fix common problems.

Common Problems

Wrong account number or port-out PIN

Expired PIN (older than 24 hours)

Mismatched billing ZIP code

Account not in good standing

Number already in porting process

Fix Steps

1

Get Fresh PIN

Text PIN to 670 to get a fresh port-out PIN.

2

Verify Account Number

Confirm your account number in the Mint app.

3

Check ZIP Code

Retry with the correct ZIP code from your Mint billing address.

Specific Error Solutions

"Invalid Account Information"

  • • Double-check account number matches exactly
  • • Ensure PIN is less than 24 hours old
  • • Verify billing ZIP code is correct
  • • Make sure account is active and paid

"Port Request Rejected"

  • • Check if number is eligible for porting
  • • Ensure no outstanding balance on account
  • • Verify number isn't already in porting process
  • • Contact Mint Mobile support for assistance

"Port Taking Too Long"

  • • Mobile ports: 15 min - 24 hours is normal
  • • Landline/VoIP: 2-7 business days expected
  • • Weekend/holiday requests take longer
  • • Contact new carrier for status update

"Number Not Portable"

  • • Some special numbers can't be ported
  • • Temporary or test numbers aren't eligible
  • • Contact Mint to verify number status
  • • Consider getting new number if not portable

Resolution Time

Most corrected ports complete within 1–3 hours.

• Fixed information usually processes quickly

• Fresh PINs resolve most authentication issues

• Contact support if still failing after corrections

• Keep old service active until port completes

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