
Keep Your UK Connections, Wherever You Go
Moving abroad? Spending months away from home? With a Virtual Call Forwarding Service, your Edinburgh number doesn’t have to stay behind. Our virtual number and call forwarding solution gives you a UK landline presence, complete with 0131 number that can redirect calls to your new mobile, office, or voicemail service wherever you are. No contracts, no equipment, no problem.
For loved ones back in Edinburgh, calling an overseas number can feel complicated or expensive. A Virtual Call Forwarding Service makes it easy. Your number stays the same, and they can dial you just like they always have - no fuss, and no extra charges when you use our app. Whether you're across the channel or halfway across the world, you're still just around the corner.
Unlimited Call Forwarding
Unlimited Call Forwarding for your new number for just £10 per month*
International Call Forwarding
Get a UK number which can be forwarded virtually anywhere in the world
Make Outbound Calls
Make outbound calls using your new number as your caller ID
FAQ's
Speedy set-up
With no hassle or fuss you can quickly activate a telephone number of your choice with no upfront payment
Low call rates
Divert to landlines for 1½ppm. Mobiles for just 7ppm. 0800 numbers cost an additional 7½ppm.
Pre-pay
Top up as and when you need to, or opt for your balance to be topped up automatically – it’s up to you!
No contract
No contract ties, commitments or initial payment required
Mobile portal
Make instant changes, view balance, top up and add more numbers via our mobile portal
Free trial
No initial payment required – test your number for free before you need to top up

Why People Love Using a Virtual Call Forwarding Service
- Stay reachable to UK-based services, friends, and family
- Avoid roaming fees and awkward international dialling when using our app
- Look and sound like you're still based in Edinburgh
- Perfect for remote workers, expats, and travellers alike
- Use with multiple devices and update settings online 24/7
Avoid Hassles From Back Home
Many UK-based services simply expect a UK number. Whether it’s HMRC needing to call, your child’s school in Edinburgh, or a parcel company confirming delivery, having a Virtual Call Forwarding Service makes everything easier. You’ll avoid awkward call restrictions or missed contacts, and no one even needs to know you're not physically there.
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Start Now and Stay Connected Wherever You Are
You’ve probably got enough going on without worrying about missing calls from the UK. With your Virtual Call Forwarding Service, you can forward calls to any number worldwide, landline, mobile, or VoIP - while keeping your existing presence in Edinburgh. Setting up your 0131 number takes just minutes, and there’s no hardware, contract, or long-term commitment involved. Whether it’s your GP, school, job application or delivery driver trying to call, they’ll still see a trusted Edinburgh number and you won’t miss a thing.
Reliable Technology, World Class Support Behind every Virtual Call Forwarding Service we provide is a robust, modern system designed to keep your calls flowing. If you ever need help, our UK-based support team is here to make sure your 0131 number is working exactly how you need it to. Whether you want to change your forwarding destination, pause call routing temporarily, or upgrade your feaures, we’re always just a message away.
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