How to SIM unlock the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 for free
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 is probably the first foldable smartphone worth buying. Chances are if you’re reading this article, you already own the Galaxy Z Flip. Besides its incredible foldable AMOLED display that offers a 120Hz refresh rate, the phone’s $999 sticker price is likely its most appealing feature since, up until now, foldable smartphones were exceedingly expensive.
At $999, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 costs the same as your average flagship smartphone in 2021!
But since you already own the Galaxy Z Flip 3, you already know all that. You’re reading this article because you purchased the phone from your service provider and now you want a Samsung Galaxy Z Flip SIM unlock code so that you can take the phone to whichever carrier you want. As the title suggests, we’re going to show you how to SIM unlock the Galaxy Z Flip 3 for free. The requirements are pretty straightforward, but if you don’t qualify, you can also get the Galaxy Z Flip unlock code from services like Android SIM Unlock as well.
Free Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 unlock code requirements
In order to qualify for a free Samsung Galaxy SIM unlock code, there are three main requirements that all service providers have in common:
- The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 you purchased must be paid in full. If you bought the Galaxy Z Flip 3 on an installment plan, you might not necessarily be eligible for a free SIM unlock code until the phone is completely paid off.
- The free Galaxy Z Flip unlock code cannot be issued until 60-90 days after the device was purchased.
- Your account with the service provider must be in good standing. This means you cannot have any overdue bills with the service provider, typically for a period of 60-90 days.
If you do not meet the three requirements listed above, you’ll have a hard time getting a free SIM unlock code for the Galaxy Z Flip 3. Services like Android SIM Unlock are your best bet for getting your hands on a SIM unlock code if your service provider will not grant you one. If you go that route, skip to the last section to complete your Galaxy Z Flip SIM unlock once you get the code.
Request your free Galaxy Z Flip SIM unlock code
If you do meet all the requirements listed above, follow the instructions listed below to request your free SIM unlock code for your Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3.
- Launch the Phone app on your Galaxy Z Flip 3 and dial *#06# to show the phone’s IMEI number
- Write the IMEI number down on a piece of paper for easy reference
- Call your service provider’s customer service number and request your free Galaxy Z Flip 3 SIM unlock code
- When prompted, provide your Galaxy Galaxy Z Flip 3’s IMEI number
- If you meet all the service provider’s requirements, the SIM unlock code will be emailed to you in 2-5 days.
How to SIM unlock your Galaxy Z Flip 3
The last few steps of the process are fairly simple. Follow the instructions below and your Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 will be SIM unlocked in these than a minute
- Remove the SIM card from your Galaxy Z Flip 3 and replace it with one from another service provider
- When prompted, enter your Galaxy Z Flip 3 SIM unlock code SIM unlock
- Congratulations! Your Samsung Galaxy Z Flip is now SIM unlocked!