How to fix verizon announcement 24

If you are wondering how to get around Verizon calling restrictions, you are at the right place.

It’s unfortunate if all you’re hearing is an automated message when trying to reach someone using Verizon phone services.

If this is the case, there is the possibility that your number is being blocked and luckily you can get it fixed pretty easily.

In that regard, we have prepared a handful of methods to try and hopefully get your Verizon number calling again. So, without much delay, let’s start!

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How To Get Around Verizon Calling Restrictions?

Here you will learn how to find out if your Verizon number is blocked and how to get around the calling restrictions. We are also contacting customer service so make sure to pay close attention.

Method #1 Call from Different Number

The fastest way to find out whether your number is blocked or not would be to try calling using another number. If you receive the same automated message, then the issue is not coming from your number and there’s nothing to worry about.

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Note:

To complete this method, we recommend using a mobile number that is not associated with Verizon, preferably from a different supplier.

If you are, however, able to reach the person using another mobile number, then in our next method we are going to contact Verizon directly.

Method #2 Contact Verizon

To contact Verizon customer service, you would need to dial “0” from your device’s phone book.

Verizon cannot block calls to the operator so should not have any issues contacting them for an over-phone conversation.

It is recommended to prepare your full name, and reason for calling.

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From there you can describe your issue and hopefully, the support team will unblock your number. In case they don’t at least you will have feedback on why it is blocked.

Note:

If you don’t feel like speaking on the phone, feel free to check their contact us page and continue from there. You can leave mail or schedule a suitable time for a phone conversation.

Method #3 Bypass Calling Restrictions (Block)

Here you will learn how to bypass Verizon calling restrictions really easily. Did you know that you can block your own number, so it appears as “Private” or “Unknown” on the other end?

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You can do that by dialing “*67” and without using a space, insert the Verizon number you’re trying to reach.

Even if your number is blocked, the receiver on point B, will not be able to read the number and you will successfully make a call.

The downside here is that if the person you are calling has your number labeled in their phonebook, it will not associate the call with it. As we mentioned it will appear as a private or unknown caller ID.

Method #4 Check If Your Number Is Blocked

Regardless of your target’s carrier, if your number is on their ban list, there is nothing you can do except call an unknown caller (method #3).

On the other hand, such an issue can appear if the receiver has changed his number recently.

Try reaching out to the mobile number holder, and check if your number has somehow appeared in their block list.

If it is not there, you could try to block it and unblock it. Those settings can be found on any smartphone under Call Restrictions or Call & Massage Block tabs.

In case your number is blocked by the person and not Verizon, here is the message you would hear:

On the other hand, you can check your device’s block list in case the number you’re trying to reach is there. Make sure to remove it and try calling again.

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Cannot Get Around Verizon Calling Restrictions

If none of our methods have taught you how to get around calling restrictions Verizon, you should know that the number you are trying to reach might be disabled for one reason or another.

In that case, you might hear the Verizon message and you will not be able to contact me no matter what you try.

Also, you should be aware that you can use regular or WiFi dialing. If you are using wireless calling, make sure to check your network and resolve issues if there are any.

In case you have switched phone, plan or any changes were made to your account, you should definitely contact Verizon right away.

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The issue might be out of your hands and only a specialized expert might be able to help.

If you end up contacting Verizon, we recommend sharing with the team what you have tried in this post to avoid applying the same approaches.

Bottom Line

We hope that now you know how to get around Verizon calling restrictions and which features are mainly related to the dialing services.

If you are still not able to bypass the calling restrictions, we recommend scrolling up to check if you have missed something.

For more related posts feel free to check our technical blog, where you will find a solution to almost any issues with any device in your smart home.

This is weird, and I haven't found a definitive answer online anywhere. I keep trying to get a hold of a friend who has Verizon and get the straight to a message, no rings, giving message Announcement 24. They had to get on their fathers plan since they moved in with him to handle some crazy stuff. Moved onto the dads plan with their old phone number. Its been almost exactly a month since they have been with the father on the fathers plan. A couple days ago, it started to go straight to vm. Then today, it gave a message with announcement 24. Tried to call on a free call app and it would just ring and ring endlessly without the message/announcement 24. Did they block my number? Couldn't be since we're old friends and no bad blood. Or is it just that they didn't pay the bill?

What does Announcement 24 mean on Verizon Wireless? 

Announcement 24 “This call cannot be completed because there are restrictions on this line” occurs when there are Verizon Smart Family restrictions active on the line and prohibiting a phone call. Please keep in mind that if the Smart Family add-on is removed, it may take up to 24 hours for changes to take effect.

What does it mean when Verizon message says calling restrictions? 

If you hear this message when making calls, “Welcome to Verizon Wireless. We cannot complete your call at this time. Calling restrictions for this cellular telephone prohibit direct dialing beyond your designated service area.”, check the following: Make sure you’re inside your plan’s coverage area.

What does it mean when it says the caller has calling restrictions? 

Call barring allows you to block specified incoming calls (provided you have subscribed to caller ID). Call restriction prevents certain numbers being dialled for outgoing calls, for example you can restrict all 0845 numbers being dialled.

How do I fix Verizon call restrictions? 

Call customer service at 1-800-922-0204 from a landline or another phone and ask them to check your line for restrictions or blocks and to reset the SIM card.