- Activating the Call Waiting service allows you to receive incoming calls even while you are already on another call.
- To activate call waiting on Jio, Airtel, Vi, or BSNL number, simply dial *43#. You’ll now get a popup confirming that the call-waiting service has been enabled.
- Activating call waiting on an Android device is simple. First, open the Phone app. Then, tap the three-dot menu icon. Next, go to Settings. Here, select Calls. Look for the Call Waiting option. Toggle it on.
Are you tired of getting complaints from your close ones about how you always be busy on other calls when they call you?
To solve this, you can simply enable the call-waiting feature on your phone.
Call waiting is a handy feature that lets you know about incoming calls while you’re already on a call. This allows you to decide whether to answer the new call or stay on the current one.
Now if you are wondering how you can activate the call waiting service on your phone? Keep reading as this guide will help you activate call waiting on your Android, iPhone, or landline, ensuring you stay connected without missing any important calls.
How to activate call waiting via USSD code
The easiest way to activate call waiting on your phone is by dialing the USSD code.
Whether you use Airtel, Jio, Vi, or BSNL SIM, you can simply activate the call waiting service on your number by dialing *43#. A popup will now appear confirming the call waiting service has been enabled.
To deactivate the call waiting on your Jio, Airtel, Vi, or BSNL number, simply again dial *43#. This will now disable the call-waiting service instantly.
How to activate call waiting via settings
Another simple way to enable the call waiting on a smartphone is through settings. You can activate the call-waiting function on your Android or iPhone via call settings. Here’s how to do it:
On Android
- Open the Phone app.
- Tap the three dots menu and navigate to “Settings” > “Calls” > “Call Waiting.”
- Depending on your phone, you might see other options such as “Additional settings”, “Supplementary services” or similar.
- Toggle on the Call Waiting option.
Your Android phone is now set to alert you of incoming calls while you’re on another call.
On iPhone
- Open the “Settings” app.
- Scroll down and tap “Phone.”
- Under “Calls,” find the option for “Call Waiting.”
- Tap the toggle to turn it on.
The call-waiting function will now be activated on your iPhone.
How to activate call waiting on a landline
If you have a landline, activating call waiting can vary by provider. Typically, you dial a specific code. For example, with many providers, you dial *43#. Listen for a confirmation tone. Call waiting should now be active. To check, contact your service provider.
How to deactivate call waiting?
To deactivate the call waiting service on your phone, open the Phone app on your Android or iOS device and dial *43#. A popup window will appear, confirming that the call waiting service has been disabled.
If you have two SIM cards in your phone, you must make calls from the SIM card on which you want to disable Call Waiting.
Ashok Kushwaha is Senior Editor at Digital Bachat with 5 years of experience covering mobile phone and computer technology. He enjoys sharing the most valuable smartphones and laptops.
