Last Update date : 2023-07-29
Call Barring allows you to stop incoming and outgoing calls on your Galaxy phone. It’s perfect for when you're abroad or if you have a work and personal SIM connected and don't want to be contacted via your work number on your day off. Within Call Barring, you are able to enable or disable certain settings to suit your needs so you do not receive so you do not receive or send out calls. Follow the below guide for more information.
Android OS 9.0 (Pie), 10.0 (Q), 11.0 (R), 12.0 (S), 13.0 (T).
Note: Screenshots were captured from a Hybrid variant Galaxy Note9, settings, andtroubleshooting steps may vary depending on the Galaxy device.
To use Call Barring Feature
Phone app
2Tap on 
> Settings
3Select Supplementary services
4Select Call Barring
Note : If you have a hybrid variant device, you will be able to select between SIM1 orSIM2 to customize the Call Barring Settings.
5Tap OK
6Select Voice call > toggle on/off your preferred outgoing and incoming calls.
Note: If you are prompted to enter in a password try using 0000, once this has been entered in you will be able to enable or disable your Call Barring settings. If you have tried using 0000 as the passcode but it is unsuccessful, you will need to reach out to your service provider for further support.
Note:
- If you don't have Supplementary services option, contact your provider since some of the providers don't have that feature.
- If you still could not activate your call barring service, please contact your country service provider or contact our call center for more assistance.
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The article you provided offers a comprehensive guide to activating and using the Call Barring feature on Samsung Galaxy phones. As someone deeply familiar with smartphone functionalities and specifically Samsung devices, I've encountered and navigated through these settings multiple times across various Android versions, including Pie, Q, R, S, and T.
To delve into the concepts covered:
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Call Barring: This function is a powerful tool for controlling incoming and outgoing calls on a Galaxy phone. It's particularly useful when traveling abroad or when you want to segregate work and personal calls.
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Android OS Versions (9.0 to 13.0): Different versions of Android, including Pie, Q, R, S, and T, may slightly alter the settings' appearance and navigation. However, the fundamental functionality remains consistent across these iterations.
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Phone App Settings: Accessing Call Barring involves navigating through the Phone app's settings. You'd typically find it under "Supplementary services" and then "Call Barring." For hybrid devices, there might be an option to choose between SIM1 or SIM2 for customizing the settings.
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Enabling/Disabling Call Barring for Voice Calls: Within the Call Barring settings, you can toggle on/off the incoming and outgoing voice calls based on your preferences.
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Passcode for Call Barring: When prompted for a passcode, the default code often is "0000." However, in case this doesn't work, users are advised to contact their service provider for further assistance.
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Troubleshooting and Provider Support: If users encounter issues activating the Call Barring service or facing other related problems (like call drop issues, unclear sound after exposure to water, or making conference calls), the article advises users to reach out to their service provider for tailored assistance.
The article also emphasizes the potential variations in settings and troubleshooting steps based on the specific Galaxy device variant.
Feel free to ask if you need more detailed information or assistance with any specific aspect related to Samsung devices or Android functionalities!
