Are 0345 numbers free to call on EE, O2, Vodafone or 3?

In this Streetwave blog post, we will explain what 0345 numbers are and what the charges for calling 0345 numbers are for the following mobile networks:

  1. EE
  2. Vodafone
  3. O2
  4. Three

 

What are 0345 numbers?

 

In the UK, 0345 numbers are 'non-geographic numbers' that are used by businesses and organisations as an alternative to the traditional 0845 numbers. This means that they do not denote the specific location of the caller. This allows companies and organisations to:

  1. Advertise a single uk wide number for their organisation instead of having to advertise multiple numbers for different regions or locations.
  2. Redirect customer services or sales calls to different employees within their organisation without the caller having to ring a new number.
  3. Not have to worry about changing phone numbers as they relocate or expand to new areas.

These numbers were introduced in 2007 as part of an effort by regulators to make the cost of calling non-geographic numbers more transparent and affordable for consumers.

When calling a 03 number from a landline number or mobile phone in the UK, the caller will be charged at the same rate as a call to 01 and 02 numbers (geographic numbers). This rate may vary depending on the specific plan or package that the caller has with their phone provider, but in general, the cost of calling a 0345 number will be equivalent to a call to a local number.

Overall, 0345 numbers are a popular option for businesses and organizations that want to provide a national point of contact without incurring the high costs associated with traditional non-geographic numbers like 0845. For consumers, calling a 0345 number is usually a cost-effective way to get in touch with a business or organization, as long as they have a phone plan that includes local call.

 

How much do you have to pay to call 0345 numbers on EE?

 

EE offers a range of different plans for both pay monthly and pay as you go customers, and the call charges will depend on the specific plan or package that you have.

If you have a pay monthly contract with EE that includes unlimited minutes, calls to 0345 numbers will be included in your allowance. However, if you have used up your allowance, you will be charged 50p per minute.

If you have a pay monthly plan with EE that has a limited number of minutes, the cost of calling a 0345 number will depend on your specific plan. For example, on the Essential plan, calls to 0345 numbers are charged at 40p per minute.

If you have a pay as you go plan with EE, the cost of calling a 0345 number is 30p per minute.

It's important to note that the cost of calling 0345 numbers may be subject to change, and the prices listed above are accurate as of the time of writing (February 2023). Additionally, if you are calling from abroad, the cost of calling a 0345 number may be higher than calling a local geographic number. If you have any questions about the cost of calling 0345 numbers on your specific EE plan, it's always a good idea to check with EE customer service or consult your plan details.

 

How much do you have to pay to call 0345 numbers on O2?

 

The call costs on O2 will depend on the specific plan or package that you have.

If you have a pay monthly contract with O2 that has unlimited inclusive minutes, calls to 0345 numbers will be included in your allowance. However, if you have used up your allowance, you will be charged 55p per minute.

If you have a pay monthly plan with O2 that has a limited number of minutes, the cost of calling a 0345 number will depend on your specific plan. For example, on the 100GB plan, calls to 0345 numbers are charged at 55p per minute.

If you have a pay as you go plan with O2, the cost of calling a 0345 number is 35p per minute.

It's important to note that the cost of calling 0345 numbers may be subject to change, and the prices listed above are accurate as of the time of writing (February 2023). Additionally, if you are calling from abroad, the cost of calling a 0345 number may be higher than calling a local geographic number. If you have any questions about the cost of calling 0345 numbers on your specific O2 plan, it's always a good idea to check with O2 customer service or consult your plan details.

 

How much do you have to pay to call 0345 numbers on Vodafone?

 

The cost of calling 0345 numbers on Vodafone will depend on the specific plan or package that you have.

If you have a pay monthly contract with Vodafone that includes unlimited minutes, calls to 0345 numbers will be included in your allowance.

If you have a pay monthly plan with Vodafone that has a limited number of minutes, the cost of calling a 0345 number will depend on your specific plan. For example, on the Vodafone Basics plan, calls to 0345 numbers are charged at 55p per minute.

If you have a pay as you go plan with Vodafone, the cost of calling a 0345 number is 35p per minute.

It's important to note that the cost of calling 0345 numbers may be subject to change, and the prices listed above are accurate as of the time of writing (February 2023). Additionally, if you are calling from abroad, the cost of calling a 0345 number may be higher than calling a local geographic number. If you have any questions about the cost of calling 0345 numbers on your specific Vodafone plan, it's always a good idea to check with Vodafone customer service or consult your plan details.

 

How much do you have to pay to call 0345 numbers on Three?

 

The cost of calling 0345 numbers on Three will depend on the specific plan or package that you have.

If you have a pay monthly contract with Three that includes unlimited minutes, calls to 0345 numbers will be included in your allowance.

If you have a pay monthly plan with Three that has a limited number of minutes, the cost of calling a 0345 number will depend on your specific plan. For example, on the Essential plan, calls to 0345 numbers are charged at 55p per minute.

If you have a pay as you go plan with Three, the cost of calling a 0345 number is 35p per minute.

It's important to note that the cost of ringing 0345 numbers may be subject to change, and the prices listed above are accurate as of the time of writing (February 2023). Additionally, if you are calling from abroad, the 0345 number costs may be higher than calling a local geographic number. If you have any questions about the cost of calling 0345 numbers on your specific Three plan, it's always a good idea to check with Three customer service or consult your plan details.

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