Get Superdrug Mobile PAC code to keep number & switch to giffgaff network

Keep my Superdrug Mobile number

How do I get a PAC code from Superdrug Mobile & transfer my number to giffgaff?

Sign in to your Superdrug Mobile account and go to 'My Account'. Then scroll down to the section titled 'Want to leave Superdrug Mobile?'. Select 'Get a PAC code' to request your Port Authorisation Code.

If you wish to use the 'text-to-switch' service, simply send the SMS text PAC to 65075 free from your Superdrug Mobile SIM to get your Superdrug Mobile PAC code by text message and begin the porting process.
Alternatively, you can text STAC to 75075 if you want to switch and get a new giffgaff number instead of keeping and transferring your Superdrug Mobile number.

  • Superdrug Mobile will provide your PAC (Porting Authorisation Code) either by SMS text message, email, over the phone if you contact them directly, or through an online Superdrug Mobile login.
  • A PAC number is valid for 30 days. If you don't use it within thirty days it will expire and you will need to request a new one.
  • Your Superdrug Mobile account will remain active until your number has been ported over to your new giffgaff network. After the transfer is complete, your old Superdrug Mobile account will be automatically closed.

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Got your Superdrug Mobile PAC code?

Provide your PAC code from Superdrug Mobile to giffgaff who will then be able to port your existing Superdrug Mobile number. They will tell you what day the transfer is due to take place (usually within 48 hours).

Important: Do NOT cancel your SIM only or mobile contract before switching, otherwise you may lose your current phone number and be unable to port it over. Once you give giffgaff your Superdrug Mobile PAC code, your old Superdrug Mobile billing account will be closed automatically when your mobile phone number is successfully ported over.

Note: Topup credit on Pre-Pay / PAYG (Pay-As-You-Go) accounts cannot be transferred over and so any remaining credit balance or bundles will be lost after the switch is complete. If you have any top-up credit left, one good option is to donate your remaining balance to a charity via SMS text message before porting your number.

Transfer my number to giffgaff

How to switch to giffgaff and keep my Superdrug Mobile number?

First get your giffgaff deal and activate your new SIM card.

Once you have done that, get the following information ready for the step-by-step instructions:

  • Your old Superdrug Mobile mobile phone number that you want to keep.
  • The Superdrug Mobile PAC (Porting Authorization Code) from your previous network.
  • The expiry date of the PAC number (valid for 30 days from the date of issue).
  • The temporary mobile number from your new giffgaff SIM card activation.
  • You may also need the new giffgaff SIM card serial number found on the back as an additional security check.

Make sure your giffgaff account and SIM have been activated. Then log in to your account and complete the online transfer form to keep your old number. Giff gaff customer support will then get back to you with your transfer date. Replies can be found in your giffgaff account message box.

Note: You may lose network service for a short period on the day of transfer. If this happens, turn your phone off and on occasionally, until you see the giffgaff signal on your mobile phone screen. This will indicate that the transfer is complete, and you can now use your old phone number in your new mobile network provider.

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About giffgaff

giffgaff is a mobile telephone network running as a Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO) using the United Kingdom O2 network. Owned by O2's owners Telefónica, giffgaff was launched on 25 November 2009.

giffgaff Network Features

Host Network Provider: O2 (MVNO)

2G Network Coverage: Yes

3G Network Coverage: Yes

4G Network Coverage: Yes

5G Network Coverage: Yes

WiFi Calling: No

4G Calling (VoLTE): No

Data Rollover: No

Tethering Allowed: Yes

eSIM: No


About Superdrug Mobile

Superdrug Mobile is a mobile virtual network operator (MVNO) in the United Kingdom operated by Superdrug, the UK retailer.

With 3G & 4G coverage on the Three network, Superdrug Mobile offers SIM-Only PAYG and monthly bundle plans.

Benefits include unused data roll-over to the next month, and points earned to spend in Superdrug stores.

Superdrug Mobile Network Features

Host Network Provider: Three (MVNO)

2G Network Coverage: Yes

3G Network Coverage: Yes

4G Network Coverage: Yes

5G Network Coverage: No

WiFi Calling: No

4G Calling (VoLTE): No

Data Rollover: Yes

Tethering Allowed: Yes

eSIM: No