Does my iPhone have a SIM lock?

Tap About. Scroll to the bottom and look for Carrier Lock. If it says No SIM restrictions, then your iPhone is unlocked and you’re free to use any carrier or cell service. If it says anything else, then it is probably locked.

Are iPhone 5S unlocked already?

The unlock clock is finally expiring on iPhone 5S and 5C phones in the US. The two-year commitments attached to many US-sold phones are now ending. Because of an industry agreement and a 2013 law those phones can be legally unlocked to be used on any carrier’s network that technically supports it.

How can I tell if my iPhone is unlocked 2021?

The simplest method of checking if an iPhone is locked or unlocked is to check in the Settings app.

  1. Open Settings.
  2. Tap Mobile Data > Mobile Data Options.
  3. Check for an option named Mobile Data Network (or Cellular Data Network).
  4. If you see an option for Mobile Data Network, your iPhone is most likely unlocked.

Does unlocked iPhone work in UK?

All replies. If the iPhone is unlocked, you should be able to use it temporarily. Check with a UK carrier to see if they support the model that you have. Remember that warranty on the device is not valid in the UK.

How can I tell if my iPhone is unlocked without a SIM UK?

Open Settings > Click General and choose About > Scroll down and find Carrier Lock. If it shows NO SIM restrictions, then your device is unlocked.

Why are factory unlocked iPhones cheaper?

Since the cost on locked iPhones is subsidized by the carrier, locked phones are cheaper to buy up front. If you plan to use the original carrier for as long as you have the phone, and do not travel to foreign countries, you have no incentives for buying a factory-unlocked phone.

Can I buy a US iPhone and use in the UK?

So yes, a US-bought iPhone will work in the UK – provided it isn’t locked to a US network. Be sure to buy a SIM-free version if you do buy abroad. You should also take into account warranty considerations, however, and should anything go wrong it will cost you a lot more to send it back to the US for repair.

Can you unlock an American iPhone in the UK?

The good news is YES! You can get your cell phone unlocked. It’s also important to remember that even after your cellular plan contract has expired, it’s likely that your cell phone remains locked.