August 2025
The content published by DR has been a great help before our move back to India.
Services / Keep Your Foreign Number Active
RELOCATION LOGISTICS
Keep Your US Number Active in India for Bank OTPs and 2FA
Use a low-cost Tello setup so your US number still works for bank OTPs, brokerage logins, account recovery, and day-to-day access after you move.
- Keep US number active
- Receive bank OTPs
- Brokerage and IRS access
- Low monthly cost
Why NRIs Keep Their US Number After Moving to India
- Banking AlertsMany US banks send 2FA codes via SMS - you need access even after moving
- Social Security & IRSGovernment agencies may need to contact you by phone
- Friends & ContactsStay reachable without explaining your new number to everyone
- Accounts & SubscriptionsMany online accounts are tied to your foreign number for recovery
How It Works
1
Sign Up with Partner
Use Desi Return partner link to sign up with Tello
2
Choose Your Plan
Select a plan - starting as low as $5/month
3
Keep Number Active
Use WiFi or data in India to receive SMS
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Rated 4.8 out of 5 by returning families
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August 2025
The personal stories, are realistic, positive and very valuable source for personal planning and decisions.
August 2025
Definitely recommend for anyone planning to make a move back to India
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