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2FA when switching SIM cards

I just wanted to buy airtags and noticed the discussion about 2FA needed. Well I try to avoid it by all cost as I travel a lot internationally and switch SIMs so I cannot get a call or text for 2FA.

Is there any way to get around this? What I am supposed to to when traveling and don't have access to my US number?

Posted on Jul 23, 2022 9:54 PM

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Posted on Jul 24, 2022 9:48 AM

You need to change/add the number on your Apple ID. Look in the Security section when signed in online. You may have to add the new number before you can remove the old number. After the change, allow up to 24 hours for the change to sync. Before trying to make the change, sign out of Messages/FaceTime on all devices/computers.


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Jul 24, 2022 9:48 AM in response to MidwestChristine

You need to change/add the number on your Apple ID. Look in the Security section when signed in online. You may have to add the new number before you can remove the old number. After the change, allow up to 24 hours for the change to sync. Before trying to make the change, sign out of Messages/FaceTime on all devices/computers.


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2FA when switching SIM cards

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