using old phone number

[JRam]

signed up to EE to a SIM-only plan, and provided a PAC code from my previous network .do i have to use the new number for 24 hours before i get my old number ported over or just wait for 24 hours after receiving new sim before inserting in phone and new number will be ported immediately

[Chris_B]

@JRam  Put the EE sim in your phone you can use it for now and your number will port across in due time.    You should receive a text when it’s done.