Only with a local address or companyVoice calls only
🇮🇳Can a Foreigner Get a Phone Number in India?
Only with a local footing. India (+91) numbers can be ordered through DialAnyone, but the carrier requires an online carrier identity check, company registration documents, company link (approved company group uuid), full name, memorandum and articles of association (moa/aoa), india service area pin, power of attorney, company pan card, board resolution / authorised signatory letter and gst registration certificate — so in practice you need an address in India or a registered India company. DialAnyone verifies your identity once as well. The number handles voice calls only — it cannot receive SMS or verification codes, as SMS is not available on India numbers through DialAnyone.
What you need to hold a India mobile number
| Requirement | India |
|---|---|
| Residency in India | Not required |
| Citizenship | Not required |
| A local SIM card | Not required |
| Identity verification with DialAnyone | Required once per account. Online, with a government photo ID and a selfie, a few minutes. |
| Government-issued ID copy | Not required |
| Proof of address (utility bill or invoice) | Not required |
| Address | Not required |
| Carrier identity check (online) | A short online ID check with the local carrier after ordering |
| Company documents | Required — this number type is issued to businesses: Certificate of Incorporation (CoI) / Registration Certificate |
| Company Link (Approved Company Group UUID) | Required by the carrier |
| Full Name | Required by the carrier |
| Memorandum and Articles of Association (MoA/AoA) | Required by the carrier |
| India Service Area PIN | Required by the carrier |
| Power of Attorney | Required by the carrier |
| Company PAN Card | Required by the carrier |
| Board Resolution / Authorised Signatory Letter | Required by the carrier |
| GST Registration Certificate | Required by the carrier |
| Receives SMS / verification codes | No — voice calls only |
Activates after the carrier approves your documents, usually within a few business days. Availability last verified 2026-10-24.
What to do next
If you have an address in India or a registered India company, create an account and have the documents ready. If not, use a US or UK number for verification codes and call India directly at per-minute rates.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a foreigner get a phone number in India?â–¼
Only with a local footing. The carrier requires an online carrier identity check, company registration documents, company link (approved company group uuid), full name, memorandum and articles of association (moa/aoa), india service area pin, power of attorney, company pan card, board resolution / authorised signatory letter and gst registration certificate, so you need an address in India or a registered India company. Citizenship is not required.
What documents do I need?â–¼
A one-time identity verification with DialAnyone (government photo ID and a selfie, online), and for an India mobile number the carrier also asks for: carrier identity check (online), company documents, company link (approved company group uuid), full name, memorandum and articles of association (moa/aoa), india service area pin, power of attorney, company pan card, board resolution / authorised signatory letter, gst registration certificate. Activates after the carrier approves your documents, usually within a few business days.
Do I need a local address or proof of residency?â–¼
No. India numbers activate without a local address, a residency permit or a local SIM card.
Can the number receive SMS and verification codes?â–¼
No. India numbers are voice-only and cannot receive SMS or verification codes — SMS is not available on India numbers through DialAnyone. For codes, use a US or UK number, which works from anywhere.
How much does an India number cost?â–¼
A small monthly rental for the number, plus per-minute calling and per-message texting billed from a prepaid credit balance. There is no contract and no monthly minimum. Signing up is free and needs no credit card.
Do I need to visit India to get the number?â–¼
No. The whole process is online and the number is delivered to your account. You never handle a SIM card and you do not need to travel.
Can I keep my existing phone number as well?â–¼
Yes. A virtual number is additional — it rings in your browser or the DialAnyone app alongside whatever SIM is in your phone. Nothing about your existing line changes.
What happens to the number if I stop paying?â–¼
It returns to the carrier pool and can be reissued to someone else. Anything still pointing at it, including two-factor codes, goes with it — so move those before you let a number lapse.
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