How long does it take to unlock my Sony locked to Avantel?

PhoneUnlocks is one of the quickest providers of worldwide and cheap unlocks for the Sony. We usually unlock your Sony instantly, sometimes this can be a little bit longer depending on a few factors. We offer a live tracking service to keep you up to date on progress.

Why choose to unlock with IMEI over different methods?

Unlocking with IMEI is the official and safest method to unlock your Avantel Sony and is done remotely from the comfort of your own home. A software unlock for iPhones is another solution, but will always invalidate your warranty, you'll have to download some complicated software, and then you won't be able to update your iPhone.

What information do I need to supply to unlock my Avantel Sony?

Unlocking with us is super fast - just provide us with your 15 digit IMEI number (Dial *#06# on your Sony) and the network your handset is locked to, our system will automatically process your device by remotely identifying it and requesting an official manufacturer unlock.

How can I find out what network/carrier my Avantel Sony is locked to?

Easy! Just use our IMEI Network Check tool. PhoneUnlocks provides a cheap and easy IMEI network check, this identifies your current network/carrier provider. This tool is instant and avoids incorrectly submitting the wrong network/carrier when unlocking your Avantel Sony.

Unlock Avantel Sony for any sim

Unlock your Sony from Avantel to use any sim card from any network, with an unlock code from our online unlocking service. With a 100% success rate, we guarantee to unlock your phone from Avantel quickly, easily, and legally.

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To obtain your 15 digit IMEI number, dial *#06# on your phone or go to Settings >> About

Unlock your Sony permanently from Avantel today for a great price.

24hr unlock delivery

Instant unlocking for many phones on the Avantel network.

International unlocks

Your Sony will work on any network around the world as well as Avantel.

Your phone is safe

You keep your device throughout the entire unlocking process. Your warranty is unaffected.

Legal, safe and guaranteed Avantel Sony Unlocks in 3 simple steps using PhoneUnlocks

Quickly and easily unlock your Avantel Sony remotely without voiding your warranty

Provide your device details

Choose the network of the phone you wish to unlock and supply the IMEI number. We'll autodetect the model for you.

We process your unlock

As soon as your order is placed, our system securely contacts your carrier and begins the unlock process. You can follow your progress live on our tracking page. Most unlocks complete within 15 minutes — complex cases may take up to 24 hours.

Phone is ready

Once processed, the unlock remains active even after software updates or resets. You’ll receive confirmation by email and push notification. Apple devices are processed remotely, and others receive an authorised unlock code.

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Frequently asked questions

PhoneUnlocks is one of the quickest providers of worldwide and cheap unlocks for the Avantel network. We usually unlock a Sony on Avantel instantly, sometimes this can be a little bit longer depending on a few factors. We offer a live tracking service to keep you up to date on progress.

Never. We unlock your Sony on Avantel 'over the air' using 3G/4G or WiFi or by sending you an Unlock Code - our method is completely remote. Your Sony is secure during the whole process and there will be no interruptions to your Avantel service. Tracking is available throughout the unlock process.

Unlocking with IMEI is the official and safest method to unlock your Sony from Avantel and is done remotely from the comfort of your own home. A software unlock is another solution, but will usually invalidate your warranty, you'll have to download some complicated software, and then you won't be able to update your Sony.

Unlocking with us is super quick, just provide your 15 digit IMEI (Dial *#06# on your locked device) and network/carrier, our system will automatically process your device by remotely identifying it and requesting an official Sony device unlock from Avantel.

In March 2013, the Obama administration and the Federal Communications Commission expressed the opinion that consumers should be able to switch carriers and keep their existing phones in response to a successful petition on the WhiteHouse.gov platform.

The Unlocking Consumer Choice and Wireless Competition Act was signed into law on August 1st, 2014 and as a result it is now completely legal to unlock your phone.

Absolutely, even if your Sony is under contract with a network provider. There may be an additional price to pay if there is an outstanding balance owed.