clyde203 Said:
"Account locked, How can I send verification to a new number?: Unable to remove previous apple acct. locked. Asking for phone # which I no longer have in order to receive verification. iPad is in my possession. How can I send it to new #."
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Contact Apple Support:
Only Apple has access for this. So, contact them via phone. Perform some screensharing, as it is a simple way prove something, particularly this Apple Account being yours.
Apple Phone Support:
Screensharing with the Apple Rep
Note: You may need to prove to Apple that this is officially your Apple Account. So, to get around this, screenshare with the Apple Rep.To easily dispute the changes over the phone with the Apple Rep. Screenshare the camera of your iPhone and that of your Mac. Ask a friend, or family member if you may use their iPhone or Mac to perform this screensharing, if you do not have one handy.
Learn more at these links:
Why Calls are a Bit of a Wait:
Phone calls are taking a bit to go through at the moment, due to lots of calls. And, that makes sense because with the Coronavirus Pandemic, many are at home at the moment, with much time on their hands to contact Apple Support. So, just stay on the line, and you will get through :)