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Ikiodiete George
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How To Activate And Deactivate Call Barring & Call Diverting On Airtel Network (2025): Full Configuration & Management Codes
Whether you want to stop specific calls from going through or reroute them to another number, Airtel Nigeria provides useful tools like call barring and call diverting. These features help you:
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Block calls when you're busy or not in the mood
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Redirect calls when you're unreachable
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Secure your phone line from misuse
This guide breaks down everything you need to know about activating and deactivating call barring and diverting on Airtel in 2025.
Part 1: Call Barring on Airtel Nigeria
What is Call Barring?
Call barring is a service that lets you restrict incoming or outgoing calls on your SIM line. You can block all calls, only international calls, or even calls while roaming.
Airtel Call Barring Codes (2025)
| Barring Type | Activation Code | Deactivation Code |
| Bar all outgoing calls | 330000# | #33*0000# |
| Bar all incoming calls | 350000# | #35*0000# |
| Bar outgoing international calls | 3310000# | #331*0000# |
| Bar incoming calls while roaming | 3510000# | #351*0000# |
| Bar all services (incoming + outgoing) | 3300000# | #330*0000# |
Default PIN for Airtel call barring is 0000. You can change it using:
**03*330*OLD PIN*NEW PIN*NEW PIN#
How to Check Active Barring Status on Airtel
To see which call barring settings are active:
*#33#
Part 2: Call Diverting on Airtel Nigeria
What is Call Diverting?
Call diverting (a.k.a call forwarding) allows you to automatically redirect incoming calls to another number when:
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You’re busy
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You don’t answer
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You’re unreachable
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You want all calls forwarded
Airtel Call Divert Activation Codes (2025)
| Condition | Activation Code |
| Divert when busy | 67*PhoneNumber# |
| Divert when not answered | 61*PhoneNumber# |
| Divert when unreachable | 62*PhoneNumber# |
| Divert all calls | 21*PhoneNumber# |
Replace PhoneNumber with the number you want to forward calls to (e.g. 08023456789).
Airtel Call Divert Deactivation Codes
| Condition | Deactivation Code |
| Cancel divert when busy | ##67# |
| Cancel divert when not answered | ##61# |
| Cancel divert when unreachable | ##62# |
| Cancel all call forwarding | ##21# |
How to Check Call Divert Status on Airtel
To check which call diverts are currently active, dial:
*#21#
Or use:
*#67# *#61# *#62#
Managing These Settings via Your Phone Menu (Alternative Method)
If you don’t want to use USSD codes:
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Go to Call Settings in your phone
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Select Call Barring or Call Forwarding
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Choose your preferred option
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Enter PIN if prompted (default is 0000)
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Save and exit
This method works on most Android and iOS devices.
Important Notes
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Diverted calls may attract standard call charges, especially if forwarded to another network.
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Barring services may not work if the PIN has been changed and forgotten.
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You need good network coverage to activate or deactivate these services successfully.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: What is the default PIN for Airtel call barring?
The default PIN is 0000, but you can change it if needed using:
**03*330*OLD PIN*NEW PIN*NEW PIN#
Q2: Will I be charged for diverted calls?
Yes, standard Airtel call rates apply when you forward calls to another number.
Q3: Can I divert calls to another network?
Yes. Airtel allows you to divert calls to any Nigerian mobile number, regardless of the network.
Q4: Can I block only international calls?
Yes, use:
*331*0000#
to bar outgoing international calls.
Final Thoughts
Airtel Nigeria's call barring and call divert services help you control who can reach you and how. Whether you need peace, privacy, or simply better call management, the USSD codes above make it easy to configure and disable at will.
Just dial the appropriate code, follow the prompt, and take full control of your line.
