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10/07/2013
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Anatel published today in the Official Gazette, in which notice announces that the ninth digit mobile phones in the areas recorded 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18 and 19 (State of São Paulo) will be implemented from August 25, 2013. The statement also agenda for the October 27 the inclusion of the ninth digit in the cell areas 21, 22 and 24 (State of Rio de Janeiro) and 27 and 28 (the Holy Spirit). The measure, which has already been implemented in the code 11, aims to expand the numbering resources for the Personal Mobile Service.
From the change, the digit 9 (nine) will be added to the left of the current cell numbers, which will have the following format: xxxx-9xxxx. Upon dialing the ninth digit will be added for all users of landline and mobile phones that connect to the states of São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro and Espírito Santo, regardless of where the call originated.
For a certain time, the eight-digit dialed calls will still be supplemented for adaptation of networks and users. Gradually there interceptions of calls and users receive messages with guidance on the new way of dialing. After this transition period, the eight-digit dialed calls will not be completed.
Besides the technical adaptations by the telecommunications service providers, this measure will require the company to carry out any adjustments in equipment and private systems, eg, PABX equipment schedules and contacts.
The deadline for inclusion of the ninth digit in the rest of the country can be seen here.
Questions and Answers about the inclusion of the ninth digit in the registration areas 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19 (State of São Paulo), 21, 22, 24 (State of Rio de Janeiro), 27 and 28 (Holy Spirit).
1. Why mobile numbers have the ninth digit?
To continue the process of increasing the availability of mobile phone numbers (cell) in Brazil, started in 2012 with the cities of National Code 11 (São Paulo metropolitan region), given the increasing demand for new users in the country, pursuant to Resolution No. 553/10 of the FCC.
2. The ninth digit is added to the numbers in all of Brazil?
In this new phase, in 2013, will be implemented in the rest of the State of São Paulo (area codes 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18 and 19) and throughout the State of Rio de Janeiro (area codes 21, 22 and 24 ) and Holy Spirit (area codes 27 and 28). There is already the ninth digit in the area code 11, including in July 2012 and will be implemented throughout the country by the end of 2016, as scheduled.
3. When mobile phones in the area codes 12 to 19, 21, 22, 24, 27 and 28 will have nine digits?
From August 25, 2013 all mobile phone users in the State of São Paulo (area codes 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18 and 19) and from October 27, 2013 all users of mobile States mobile of Rio de Janeiro (area codes 21, 22 and 24) and Holy Spirit (area codes 27 and 28) will have their numbers changed to nine digits. These dates are called "D-Day".
4. What number will be added to the front (left) of mobile phone numbers?
The number 9 will be added ahead of the actual numbers. Example: the current number XXXX-XXXX will be in the format XXXX-9XXXX
5. The numbers of landlines will also change?
No. Only those mobile users in DDDs 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 21, 22, 24, 27 and 28 have the "9" added to their numbers. The phones will continue with eight digits.
6. The user will also have landline ninth digit dialing for calls to mobile phones that win the ninth digit?
Yes Who calls from any phone - landline or mobile - for a mobile phone that has the ninth digit will be added to include the "9" before the old number for the connection to be completed.
7. How are links made from other states for the mobile phones of the areas that won the ninth digit?
The same way they are made today, but with the inclusion of the ninth digit. Example: 0 + Operator Code + Area Code + 9XXXXXXXX
8. The links will be completed if it is not included the number 9?
For a certain time, facing the adaptation of networks and users, links with eight digits will still be completed. Gradually, interceptions are made, and the user receives voice messages with guidance on the new way of dialing. After this period, the eight-digit dialed calls will not be completed.
9. What will occur 40 days after the D-Day (day begins changing the numbering)?
Calls made with eight-digit numbers that have received the ninth digit will be intercepted by the provider and the user will be prompted to use the new numbering. After the 40 days, the SMS and MMS also will not be sent if they are used only eight digits.
10. What will occur 100 days after the D-Day?
Calls made with eight digits for phones that have received the ninth digit will not be completed. The user will hear the message Number unobtainable without any guidance on the new way of dialing.
11. The ninth digit will be adopted in other areas of numbering? What and when?
Yes Resolution n. º 553/2010 of the FCC determined the implementation of the ninth digit throughout Brazil. The DDD 11 won the ninth digit on 29/07/12. In 2013 it will be the area codes 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19 (State of São Paulo), 21, 22, 24 (Rio de Janeiro), 27 and 28 (the Holy Spirit). The implementation schedule in Brazil can be seen here.
12. During the change, what will happen if the user has a portability request pending?
The porting process happen normally.
13. The user can choose to keep your current number with eight digits?
No. The change is mandatory and will affect all users of mobile telephony in area codes 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 21, 22, 24, 27 and 28.
14. What will happen to the credits of the user when the phone number is changed?
With respect to subscribers of prepaid phones, changing the numbering does not affect neither the credits nor their respective validity.
15. The inclusion of the ninth digit is some cost to the user?
No, it is free and responsible operators.
16. Who will provide the change in the user's calendar?
It is up to users themselves update the new numbers in your address book.
17. The ninth digit is added to all mobile phone companies?
Yes, except for companies that provide Specialized Mobile Service, used to make calls from dispatch type, known as radio, and governed by Resolution no. 404/05 of the FCC.
18. The radio numbers will change?
No. The numbers are used as radio terminals will not change.
19. What happens if you call a number of radio including the digit 9 in front?
The user will hear, for a specified period, a message stating that the number has not changed and that he should make the call again with the correct number, with only eight digits.
Source: Anatel
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