January 2027 Deadline

The UK Landline Switch-Off Is Coming

BT is switching off the old analogue phone network in January 2027. If you have a traditional landline, you need to act now to save your number.

The Old Network Is Closing

BT is switching off the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN) — the copper wire system that has carried landline calls for decades. After January 2027, traditional analogue phone lines will stop working.

Your Number Is At Risk

If you do nothing, you could lose the landline number you have had for years. Your provider may migrate you to a new digital service, but there is no guarantee you will keep your number or get a good deal.

There Is A Simple Solution

Port your existing number to Virtually Local. We transfer it to a virtual landline that works over the internet. Your number is safe, and calls ring straight to your mobile.

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Not sure where to start? Let our team take the stress out of the switch-off. Fill in a few details and one of our migration experts will call you back to talk through your options and get the ball rolling.

  • No obligation — just friendly, expert advice
  • We will check your number can be ported
  • We handle the entire process for you

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Who Is Affected?

Whether you use your landline at home or for business, the switch-off applies to you.

Home Users

If you have a BT, Sky, or Virgin landline at home, the switch-off affects you. Your number is part of your identity — it is on medical records, bank accounts, and with friends and family. Porting to Virtually Local saves your number and costs a fraction of traditional line rental. Calls simply ring on your mobile.

Small Businesses

Your business landline number is on your website, business cards, Google listing, and in the minds of your customers. Losing it could mean lost business. Port it to Virtually Local and never worry about it again — calls forward to your mobile or any phone you choose.

Why Choose Virtually Local?

  • FREE number porting — no hidden charges
  • From just £4.95 per month — a fraction of BT line rental
  • Calls forward to your mobile or any UK number
  • No physical phone line or equipment needed
  • Keep your number when you move house or office
  • Monthly rolling contract — cancel any time
  • Full online portal to manage your number
  • UK-based support team

From Just £4.95/month

Free porting. No setup fees. No long contracts. Just a simple monthly payment to keep your landline number alive and forwarding to your mobile.

You keep your number, save money, and gain features your old landline never had — call recording, voicemail to email, time-of-day routing, and more.

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Save Your Number Now

Select your area from the dropdown, or start typing, to find your area code. Our wizard will guide you through the sign-up process.

  • FREE setup and instant activation on all standard numbers
  • Packages starting from just £4.95 per month
  • Choice of phone numbers in all towns and cities across the UK
  • Monthly rolling contract, you can cancel at any time
  • Make outbound calls from your virtual number
  • Keep your BT landline number by bringing it with you