1-month contract and device unlocking

[xose]

Hi there!

Does anyone have a definitive answer to whether a device purchased on a 1-month contract can be unlocked within that time or you have to wait 6 months anyway? 

I’m referring specifically to the 5GEE mobile broadband on sale for an upfront cost of £275. 

Thank you everyone!

[XRaySpeX · Accepted solution]

You should not have to wait 6 months. You have bought the device outright on a 1-off payment;  the contract is for the airtime plan.

Where did you yourself get this device itself originally? Did you buy it yourself new direct from EE or from a 3rd-party reseller or is it 2nd-hand? The unlocking process & costs are different.

[xose]

I haven't bought it yet. I was planning on buying one and taking it to Spain, where similar devices are not available (except for the Huawei 5G wifi, which is more expensive). I just wanted to make sure that it could be unlocked before buying.

Thank you both @XRaySpeX and @Leanne_T for your help!

[XRaySpeX]

Thanks! You're welcome 🙂 ! Glad I could be of assistance.