Instant IMEI Check
Mobile Phone Blacklist & Stolen Device Check
Buy and sell used mobile phones and smartphones with confidence — run an IMEI check before you pay.
MobiCheck tells you if a handset is blacklisted, stolen or barred before you purchase it.
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If you buy mobile devices this tool is a low-cost live lookup service that includes live data via networks, law enforcement and insurance companies worldwide.
This helps protect you from accidentally buying stolen or suspect products, supports your compliance requirements, and can also provide model information.
For trade users our companion MobiCode portal offers additional services including bulk capability and centralised reporting. Please visit www.mobicode.co.uk or call our UK support centre on 08445510130 for more information.
Faster
A real-time live lookup against the GSMA Global Device Blacklist Registry and other related datasets, enabling you to make instant purchasing decisions.
Global
With data feeds from law enforcement, insurance, traders, high recyclers and operators from around the world.
Cheaper
With prices as low as 10p/12c, you no longer have to worry about excessive charges, allowing you to check more devices more often.
IMEI Check — Frequently Asked Questions
What is an IMEI check?
An IMEI check looks up your phone's unique 15-digit identity number against the GSMA Global Device Blacklist Registry, along with live data from networks, law enforcement and insurance companies worldwide. It tells you whether the handset has been reported lost or stolen, or barred from use on mobile networks.
How do I find my IMEI number?
Dial *#06# on the phone's keypad and the IMEI appears on screen. You can also find it in Settings > About Phone, printed on the SIM tray, or on the original box.
How do I check if a phone is blacklisted or stolen?
Enter the phone's IMEI number and your email address in the form above. The check costs £1.50, paid securely through PayPal, and your report is delivered to your inbox within seconds of payment.
Why run an IMEI check before buying a used phone?
A blacklisted handset can be blocked from making calls or using mobile data on networks in the UK and abroad, and a device reported stolen may be seized without refund. A quick check before you hand over money protects you from buying a phone you can never use.