Airtel Call Forwarding Activate Code | Quick Setup Examples

Airtel explicitly states Dial *21 followed by the number you want to forward to, then press call. To deactivate, dial ##21#. Use *#21# to check status.

If you’re looking to activate or deactivate call forwarding on your Airtel mobile number, here are the official USSD codes you can use—straight from Airtel’s guidance and telecom references:

Call Forwarding Codes (Airtel Mobile)

Activation Codes

Use the following USSD codes to set up call forwarding from your Airtel mobile:

• For the “no answer” scenario, the seconds must be in multiples of 5 (e.g., *61*9876543210*#10 forwards after 10 seconds).

Deactivation Codes

To turn off forwarding, dial the corresponding deactivation codes:

Check Forwarding Status

Want to see which forwarding rules are active? Use these USSD codes:

• *#21# – Check status for all forwarding types

• You can also check individually: *#62#, *#67#, *#61#

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Using the Airtel Thanks App

If you prefer a graphical interface:

1. Open the Airtel Thanks App on your device (must be logged in).

2. Navigate to Call Settings.

3. Select the type of forwarding you want (Always Forward, When Busy, etc.).

4. Enter the destination phone number and save.

5. To deactivate, simply toggle the option off.
   

Quick Setup Examples

• Always forward calls to 9876543210:
  Dial **21*9876543210#

• Forward when unreachable to 1234567890:
  Dial **62*1234567890#

• Forward when busy to 0987654321:
  Dial **67*0987654321#

• Forward when no answer after 15 seconds to 1122334455:
  Dial **61*1122334455*#15

• To cancel all forwarding rules:
  Dial ##21#

From the Airtel Blog

Airtel explicitly states:

Dial *21 followed by the number you want to forward to, then press call. To deactivate, dial ##21#. Use *#21# to check status.

They also mention using the Airtel Thanks App to manage forwarding settings.