14-01-2025 08:10 PM
I have been in Brazil for 4 months. However, I need to receive an SMS from the HMRC to access my account and file my income tax return.
My number does not receive text messages.
I tried to top up my number with a data plan to see if I could receive them. And every time I tried, I got an error after confirming the purchase in the bank app. There was no clear explanation.
I had a balance of £5, so I thought I would add another £5 and then convert that amount to the £10 data plan.
But when I added another £5 to my balance,
My account says it has been suspended.
I don't know what to do. I need the SMS with the code by the 31st and since I am in Brazil, I can't contact support.
They only receive SMS or calls.
Can someone help me, for the love of God?
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14-01-2025 08:17 PM - edited 14-01-2025 08:25 PM
14-01-2025 08:16 PM
@Guieitz : Sounds like your PAYG SIM may have gone into hibernation due to non-use.
When did you previously make a chargeable action? EE PAYG SIMs are deactivated after 6 months of non-chargeable use. You then have a further 3 months period of grace to call EE to reactivate it before it is lost completely.
You needed to make a chargeable action like making a chargeable call or text, topping up or buying a Pack or Add-on, not just using your mins, texts or data from your pack.
14-01-2025 08:17 PM - edited 14-01-2025 08:25 PM