Cannot Make or Receive Calls
Having trouble making or receiving calls on your Android or iPhone? This troubleshooting guide will help you quickly identify and resolve common calling problems, including dropped calls, call failures, or “not registered on network” errors. Follow these steps to restore calling functionality for all major carriers.
Common Symptoms
Unable to make or receive calls
Calls drop immediately or fail to connect
“Not registered on network” or “Call failed” error
Only emergency calls allowed

Step by Step Troubleshooting
Android
Check Signal Strength
Move to an area with better coverage. Look for signal bars.Airplane Mode
Ensure Airplane Mode is OFF.Check SIM Card
Remove and reinsert SIM card.Account Status
Ensure account is active and not suspended.Block List/Call Settings
Check if numbers are blocked. Settings → Call Settings → Blocked numbers.Restart Device
Try SIM in Another Device
If works: Device issue. If not: SIM/network issue.Contact Carrier if unresolved.
iPhone
Check Signal Strength
Move to an area with better coverage. Check signal bars.Airplane Mode
Ensure Airplane Mode is OFF.Check SIM Card
Remove and reinsert SIM card.Account Status
Settings → Cellular → Cellular Plans. Confirm plan is active.Blocked Contacts
Settings → Phone → Blocked Contacts.Restart iPhone
Try SIM in Another iPhone
If works: Device issue. If not: SIM/network issue.Contact Carrier if unresolved.
Troubleshooting Flowchart (Text Outline)
Signal present?
No → Move to area with coverage
Yes ↓Airplane Mode OFF?
No → Turn OFF
Yes ↓SIM card inserted properly?
No → Reinsert SIM
Yes ↓Account active?
No → Reactivate account
Yes ↓Numbers blocked?
Yes → Unblock
No ↓Restart device
Try SIM in another device
Works → Device issue
Doesn’t work → SIM/network issueContact carrier

Pro Tips / Dealer Notes
Call failures after porting a number are often due to incomplete activation—verify with carrier.
If only one number can’t be called, check for call blocking or Do Not Disturb mode.
Weak signal or network congestion can cause intermittent call issues.
FAQs
Q: Why do my calls drop or fail to connect?
A: Causes include weak signal, blocked SIM, account suspension, or network congestion.
Q: Can a factory reset fix calling problems?
A: Only if the issue is software-related. Always check SIM, account, and carrier status first.














