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Iphone is locked by unknown carrier

I have bought a brand new iPhone from ebay which says Unlocked , I have bought from ebay Australia to send to Egypt, I have tested it here in Sydney, Was working perfect, But after I sent to my brother in Egypt, When insert sim card, it gives message which means it locked by unknown carrier, How can I unlock this iPhone?

iPhone 8 Plus

Posted on Jun 7, 2023 11:00 PM

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Posted on Jun 8, 2023 12:49 AM

The iPhone is carrier locked.

See this Apple article: How to unlock your iPhone for use with a different carrier

How to unlock your iPhone for use with a different carrier - Apple Support

  • Apple can't unlock your iPhone for use with a different carrier. Only your carrier can unlock your iPhone.

You need to contact your Carrier.


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Jun 8, 2023 12:49 AM in response to S_Sharobim

The iPhone is carrier locked.

See this Apple article: How to unlock your iPhone for use with a different carrier

How to unlock your iPhone for use with a different carrier - Apple Support

  • Apple can't unlock your iPhone for use with a different carrier. Only your carrier can unlock your iPhone.

You need to contact your Carrier.


Iphone is locked by unknown carrier

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