Stop unwanted
advertising calls
Stop Unwanted Advertising Calls
By registering your number on the Do Not Call Me list, you prevent unwanted commercial calls.
Companies are legally required to remove your number from their call lists.
HOW DO I BLOCK MY NUMBER?
Call
02 882 19 75
HOW DOES IT WORK?
A call to 02 882 19 75
Register
The Do Not Call Me line has automatic number recognition. Make sure caller ID is enabled if calling from a mobile.
Remove
Registration is permanent, unless you remove your number yourself. Even if you change telecom provider and keep your number, your registration remains active.
Check
Double-check that your number is on the list.
What if I cannot register my landline?
If you have a private or unlisted number, contact your telecom operator’s customer service.
When will I stop receiving unwanted calls?
One day after your registration, licensed companies receive an update of numbers not to call. Generally, you should stop receiving unwanted calls within five working days.
REPORTING A VIOLATION
I am still receiving calls. What can I do about it?
If your number is on the Do Not Call Me list but you still get unwanted calls, you can file a complaint with the Economic Inspection via Consumer Connect, under “Advertising and sales techniques – Unsolicited telephone advertising.”
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions for Subscribers
What is the Do Not Call Me list?
The Do Not Call Me list, which is legally regulated, prevents you from receiving any unwanted phone calls. If you register your phone number on this list, companies carrying out commercial telephone campaigns are obliged to delete your phone number from their contact lists. In consequence, they are no longer permitted to call you to offer their products and services, and are subject to fines if they do.
How do I register, remove or check the registration of my phone number in the Do Not Call Me list? Can I do so free of charge?
You can register, remove or check the registration of a phone number by calling the number
02 882 19 75 from the phone number in question. You then follow the instructions given to you by the IVR during the call.
NB: You must call from the phone number that you wish to register, remove or check.
Registration is free. The call to the 02 882 19 75 number will be charged at national rates by your operator of will be included in your telephone subscription.
I am on the Do Not Call Me list but am still receiving unwanted calls
We are sorry to hear this. If you are receiving unwanted phone calls, you can file a complaint with the Economic Inspection.
Go to Consumer Connect, select the theme page ‘Advertising and Sales techniques – Unsolicited Advertising – Unsolicited Telephone Advertising (Annoying Phone Calls)’