Once your device is off the blacklist, you can either use it or sell it. Unfortunately, if the previous owner blacklisted the device by reporting it as lost or stolen, then the carrier will be unable to remove or unlock the blacklisted phone.
Can Apple remove a phone from blacklist?
Apple cannot change the status of a blacklisted iPhone, in fact they have a hands off policy for any devices that may have been stolen. Wireless carriers build their database through the iPhone's IMEI number, otherwise known as the International Mobile Equipment Identity.Feb 5, 2016
What happens if you buy a blacklisted iPhone?
If it has been blacklisted you could turn it in to the authorities or at an Apple Store so it can get back to the rightful owner . It has been reported stolen or lost and will be useless to you . There is no way of getting around the locked feature of the iPhone without the owners password .
What can you do with a blacklisted phone?
If you found a blacklisted phone, it's best to turn the phone over to its carrier or the original owner. If you purchased the device from a phone carrier, you could get a full refund depending on their policy. However, if it's from an independent seller, you will not be guaranteed a full refund for your phone.
What happens if I put my SIM card in a blacklisted phone?
If a phone is listed on the blacklist, wireless carriers will not allow the phone to connect to the cellular network even if using a valid SIM card. Devices are listed by their unique IMEI Number. Many countries have a similar Blacklist, and these are shared on an international database administered by the GSMA.
How long does a phone stay blacklisted?
If you purchased it from a third party, you will need to contact them for assistance getting the blacklist removed. This is not a fast process, though. It usually takes about 3 days for all the networks to complete the unblacklisting. However, it also is not easy to convince them to unblacklist the device.
Can you trade in blacklisted phones?
If you're asking if a blacklisted phone can be used for trade in, the answer is no. If the phone is blacklisted, then its listed as lost or stolen and cannot be used anywhere and the value is zero.