How to Enable Call Forwarding on Samsung Galaxy Phones

Enable call forwarding on your Samsung Galaxy device to redirect incoming calls to another number. Learn how to activate, customize, and disable call forwarding with step-by-step instructions.

Call forwarding lets you automatically redirect incoming calls to another phone number when you're unavailable. This feature is useful for managing calls during travel, work hours, or emergencies. Follow these steps to enable call forwarding on your Samsung Galaxy device.

1. How to Enable Call Forwarding on Samsung Galaxy

1. Open the Phone app on your Samsung Galaxy device.
2. Tap the three-dot menu icon in the top-right corner.
3. Select Settings from the dropdown menu.
4. Go to the Call settings section.
5. Tap on Call forwarding to access the feature options.
6. Choose the type of call forwarding you want to enable:

- Always forward: Redirects all incoming calls to another number.

- Forward when busy: Redirects calls only when you're on another call.

- Forward when unanswered: Redirects calls if you don't answer within a set time.

- Forward when out of coverage: Redirects calls when your device is offline.

7. Enter the phone number where calls should be forwarded.
8. Tap Enable to activate the feature.

2. How to Disable Call Forwarding on Samsung Galaxy

1. Repeat the steps above to access the Call forwarding settings.
2. Select the type of call forwarding you want to disable.
3. Tap Disable to turn off the feature.

3. Additional Things to Check

- Ensure your SIM card supports call forwarding. Some carriers may require activation of the service.

- Verify that the destination number is correct and active.

- Check your network connection. Call forwarding may not work properly with unstable Wi-Fi or cellular signals.

4. Supported Samsung Galaxy Devices

Call forwarding is available on most Samsung Galaxy devices, including:

- Galaxy S24, S25, S26 series

- Galaxy Z Fold and Galaxy Z Flip series

- Galaxy A series devices

5. Why Call Forwarding Might Not Work

- The destination number is invalid or unreachable.

- Your carrier has not activated call forwarding for your plan.

- Network connectivity issues are preventing the feature from functioning.

Related Samsung Support Topics

• How to manage call settings on Samsung Galaxy devices

• Troubleshooting network connectivity issues on Samsung Galaxy phones

• How to check carrier service status for Samsung devices