Is it possible to forward both calls and text messages from one VZW number/handset to another? I have two different accounts and would prefer to carry just one phone rather than two.. Call Forwarding: How to Activate It The basics of Verizon's Call Forwarding service (also known as Immediate Call Forwarding) are straightforward: From your mobile phone, dial *72 plus the phone number you want to forward calls to. You can also activate Call Forwarding through My Verizon.
Here are the steps you can take from your device. Enable Call Forwarding Press *72, then enter the 10-digit number to which the line should forward. Press Send, wait for confirmation beeps/message. Press End. Enable Call Forwarding - No Answer/Busy Transfer Press *71, then enter the 10-digit number to which the line should forward.. Activate by Phone The quickest way to enable call forwarding is directly from your Verizon mobile device. Here is the 3-step process: Dial *72 on your cell phone Enter the 10-digit phone number to forward calls to Listen for the confirmation tone And that's it! You'll now send all your incoming calls to the number you entered.