How can my family access my T-Mobile account after I die?

The process typically involves contacting T-Mobile with a death certificate and proof of relationship. Our step-by-step guide walks you through the exact procedure.

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What Happens to Your T-Mobile Account When You Die

Keep for 2FA

Do NOT cancel this phone number immediately. Keep active for 2-3 months. Two-factor authentication codes will be sent to it as you access accounts. Canceling early locks families out of accounts requiring SMS verification.

Quick Facts

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1-877-746-0909

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Keep active 2-3 months

2FA

Needed for account access

Step-by-Step Guide

Contact T-Mobile estate services

Call T-Mobile estate services at 1-877-746-0909 with a death certificate. Request to keep the line active while settling accounts.

Transfer or close after 2FA migration

After migrating all two-factor authentication to a new number, transfer the line to a family member or close it.

Document Now Checklist

Account number
Monthly cost
Lines on the account

Last verified: June 2026. Platform policies may change. Verify current procedures directly with T-Mobile. This guide is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.

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