Registering a new number in Twilio

Searching for the right number

Access the Buy a Number page in Console.

This is found in Console under Develop > Phone Numbers > Manage > Buy a Number.

Enter the criteria for the phone number you need, and then click Search.

Country: Select the desired country from the drop-down menu.

Capabilities: Select your service needs for this number.

Search Criteria: Search by digits, area code, prefix, and phrases you want in your phone number.

Advanced: Click this link to show options for the desired phone number type (local, mobile, toll-free), address requirements, emergency calling, and to allow beta number results.

Buying the number

Search results will be displayed with the phone number, location, type, capabilities, and price listed. Click Buy to purchase a phone number for your current project or sub-account.

• To display additional number options, click Refresh results at the bottom of the page.

Important to Note:
Many countries require identity documentation for Phone Number compliance. Requests to provision phone numbers with these regulations will be required to select or add the required documentation after clicking Buy in Console. To see which countries and phone number types are affected by these requirements, please see our Phone Number Regulations site.