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Kylie_2134 Author

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Can I just take a locked SIM card out and put a new activated one in and it will work with my carrier?

iPhone 11, iOS 14

Posted on Jun 21, 2021 10:33 AM

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Phil0124

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Posted on Jun 21, 2021 10:45 AM

If what is locked is the SIM card itself with a PUK code, then yes, you can put in an unlocked sim card and it should work. To use a sim card from any carrier the iPhone must also be unlocked for use with any carrier. SIM card lock and device carrier lock are 2 different things.

If what is locked is the iPhone, to a specific carrier, then you will either need a SIM card from that carrier, or request said carrier to unlock the iPhone so it can be used with other carriers. See here: link-> How to unlock your iPhone for use with a different carrier - Apple Support

The device carrier lock would be unrelated to the PUK sim lock.

Link-> Use a SIM PIN for your iPhone or iPad - Apple Support

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