How to Set Up Call Forwarding on AT&T (2026 Guide)

Step-by-step instructions to set up call forwarding on AT&T Wireless. Phone settings setup, limitations, and troubleshooting.

David Schemm David Schemm

AT&T serves over 70 million wireless subscribers in the United States. On AT&T Wireless, you set up call forwarding through your phone settings, not dial codes. The *72/*73 codes apply to AT&T home and business phone service, not wireless.

Here is how to set it up.

Setting Up Call Forwarding on AT&T Wireless

AT&T Wireless supports unconditional call forwarding (all calls) through your phone’s settings. Conditional forwarding (no answer, busy, unreachable) is not available via official dial codes on AT&T Wireless.

iPhone

  1. Open Settings → Apps → Phone → Call Forwarding
  2. Toggle it on
  3. Enter the destination number (US numbers only)

Android

  1. Open Settings → Network & Internet → Calls → Call forwarding (menu path may vary by manufacturer)
  2. Select Always forward
  3. Enter the destination number

Turn Off Forwarding

Disable Call Forwarding in your phone settings. If calls still forward, dial #21# from your AT&T phone to clear all forwarding rules.

Note: The *72 and *73 codes are for AT&T home and business phone lines, not AT&T Wireless.

myAT&T App and Online Portal

Call forwarding cannot be managed through the myAT&T app or att.com/myatt on AT&T Wireless. Use your phone settings or dial #21# to deactivate. For phone support, dial 611 from your AT&T device or call 1-800-331-0500.

Things to Know About AT&T Wireless Forwarding

  • Phone settings only. AT&T Wireless activates call forwarding through your phone settings, not via *72/*73 or GSM codes like **61*.
  • No international forwarding. AT&T Wireless does not allow forwarding to numbers outside the United States.
  • Forwarded calls use airtime. The forwarded call counts as an outgoing call from your AT&T line.
  • Not manageable online. The myAT&T app and online portal do not offer call forwarding for wireless lines.
  • Visual Voicemail conflicts. If calls still go to AT&T voicemail despite forwarding, disable Visual Voicemail in your phone settings or call 611.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I activate call forwarding on AT&T Wireless?

On AT&T Wireless, set up call forwarding in your phone settings (iPhone: Settings → Apps → Phone → Call Forwarding). The *72/*73 codes are for home/business phone, not wireless.

Does AT&T charge extra for call forwarding?

AT&T does not charge a separate fee to activate call forwarding. However, the forwarded leg of the call is billed as an outgoing call and uses your plan’s minutes.

Can I forward AT&T calls to a number in another country?

No. AT&T Wireless does not allow international call forwarding.

How do I turn off call forwarding on AT&T Wireless?

Turn off Call Forwarding in your phone settings, or dial #21# from your AT&T phone to clear all forwarding rules.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I activate call forwarding on AT&T Wireless?
On AT&T Wireless, set up call forwarding in your phone settings (iPhone: Settings → Apps → Phone → Call Forwarding). The *72/*73 codes are for home/business phone, not wireless.
Does AT&T charge extra for call forwarding?
AT&T does not charge a separate fee to activate call forwarding. However, the forwarded leg of the call is billed as an outgoing call and uses your plan's minutes.
Can I forward AT&T calls to a number in another country?
No. AT&T Wireless does not allow international call forwarding.
How do I turn off call forwarding on AT&T Wireless?
Turn off Call Forwarding in your phone settings, or dial #21# from your AT&T phone to clear all forwarding rules.
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