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Unlock SAMWEI from Virgin

Permanently remove the Virgin network lock from your SAMWEI using its IMEI. Use any SIM, anywhere — including international carriers when you travel.

Price

$19.99

Delivery

1-5 business days

Method

Official IMEI

Permanent factory whitelist. No software.

About this SAMWEI × Virgin unlock

Virgin locks devices to its network when sold on contract or financed. Unlocking your SAMWEI is straightforward once your account meets Virgin's eligibility criteria — typically the device must be paid off and not reported lost or stolen.

DeviceDecoded uses the manufacturer's official unlock channel. We submit your SAMWEI's IMEI directly, and once approved, the device is permanently whitelisted. The unlock survives factory resets, OS updates, and SIM swaps.

Virgin country coverage

Virgin operates in 3 countries. Your SAMWEI unlock works regardless of which country it was originally sold in.

  • 🇦🇺 Australia
  • 🇫🇷 France
  • 🇬🇧 UK

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FAQ — SAMWEI on Virgin

Can Virgin block this unlock?
No. Once your SAMWEI's IMEI is whitelisted on the manufacturer's database, Virgin cannot reverse it.
Will my SAMWEI stay unlocked after a factory reset?
Yes. The unlock is permanent at the factory level — it persists through factory resets, OS updates, and SIM changes.
Do I need my Virgin account credentials?
No. We unlock by IMEI alone. You don't need to provide your Virgin username, PIN, or account number.
What if my SAMWEI is still on a Virgin payment plan?
It depends on the device's status. Start with the eligibility check at our unlock checkout — that page explains how the two-stage payment works before you commit.

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