Is it time to make the switch to a new wireless provider? We’ve extolled the virtues of Mint Mobile to our readers many times, and for good reason. Mint can help connect customers to the perfect plan for their data needs, with options starting at just $15 per month. One of the biggest questions most customers have when switching to a service like Mint is whether they can bring their own device and phone number, or whether they’ll be trapped into buying a new, expensive phone. We’ll clear up any confusion below!

What you need to know about bringing your phone and number to Mint Mobile

Can you bring your phone with you when switching to Mint Mobile?

Yes! Mint Mobile will allow you to bring any phone to its plans, as long as it’s unlocked and compatible. The flexibility to bring your phone to Mint allows customers to save even more with the service, since they don’t have to worry about adding a hefty monthly device payment to their bill. Mint calls this the Bring Your Own Phone (BYOP) program, and is proud to let most customers bring their favorite phone with them to their new plan.

How to know if a phone is compatible with Mint Mobile

Nearly all 5G or 4G LTE phones that accept a physical SIM card or support eSIM are compatible with Mint’s network. If you’re bringing your phone over from AT&T, Verizon, T-Mobile, Cricket Wireless, Simple Mobile, or Straight Talk, you’re almost certainly in the clear. If you’re still not sure, click here to double-check with Mint's compatibility checker.

Can you buy a new phone from Mint Mobile?

Of course! Mint offers great deals on modern smartphones, allowing customers to treat themselves to a new device at a great price when they switch. Just click here and scroll down to browse deals available on new phones from Mint Mobile now.

Can you bring your phone number to Mint Mobile?

Yes, Mint will allow you to bring your old phone number to one of its plans. During the activation process, Mint will give you the option to transfer your old phone number or get a new one. Follow the prompts given by Mint to bring your number over when activating your plan.

There are a couple of important things to keep in mind when you want to bring over your phone number to Mint Mobile, however:

• DO NOT cancel your old phone service until your number is transferred.
• Keep your account number from your current provider handy when attempting to transfer your phone number.
• Know the PIN or Number Transfer PIN associated with your account.
• Know the billing ZIP code associated with your account.

Do you have to bring an old phone number to Mint Mobile?

No. If you want Mint Mobile to give you a new phone number when signing up, just choose that option when activating your new plan. You can do this whether you bring your old phone to Mint or get a new phone from the company.

Does Mint Mobile have a trade-in program for phones?

Yes. Thanks to a partnership with Allstate, new and existing customers can trade in their phone with Mint Mobile and apply the cost toward the purchase of a new phone. During the purchase process, customers will be able to describe the condition of their phone, along with details like the model.

Once an order is confirmed, Mint sends a confirmation email with directions on how to prepare a phone to send to Allstate, as well as a shipping label. Once you receive and activate your new phone from Mint, you’ll send off your old phone using the instructions provided.