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Since May 2015 a lot of things changed in Japan and one of them is how to unlock a SoftBank iPhone and use any SIM Card you want.
There are 2 methods to SIM free your SoftBank iPhone:
- My SoftBank app (You need to speak and understand Japanese)
- Through SoftBank iPhone IMEI Unlock method
Of course, I will tell you everything about all of them and you can decide how to proceed.
Can You Unlock SoftBank iPhone?
Usually, when I write about iPhone Unlocking I insist when you are an original owner you can just contact your Carrier, find out about their SIM Unlock Policy and use the Mobile Network’s Services.
Of course, I still do but when you deal with a SoftBank iPhone even being the original owner with an active contract might not help.
On the other hand, many people are still getting used Softbank iPhones through eBay, Amazon, Craigslist or other online shops, but they are not able to use them properly because they are SIM Locked.
So, if you are a second-hand SoftBank iPhone owner things might look really challenging and to tell you the truth, they are. But don’t worry there is a solution.
SoftBank is maybe the most difficult network to SIM Free your iPhone.
But let’s find out why SoftBank iPhone Unlock seems impossible (but it isn’t)
The problems when you try to unlock an iPhone in Japan
The Softbank carrier was always one of the most difficult networks to unlock. In fact, there was never a real Unlock Softbank iPhone service, because the Softbank Company did not allow the users to unlock them at all until 2015. You were totally stuck with them!!!
The biggest problem is the SoftBank SIM Free iPhone Policy. As you will see, SoftBank is doing anything it can to stop you from unlocking your iPhone. This is why there are so many locked Softbank iPhones up to this date and many frustrated people are constantly looking for a solution.
There are countless websites advertising that they have some kind of software that could unlock a SoftBank iPhone in 10 minutes. But there is no software which can do that. There used to be Software SIM Unlock using Ultrasn0w after jailbreaking your iPhone but this method stopped working with iPhone 4 and iOS 6.1.6.
Needless to say that all who tried to unlock a Softbank iPhone in the past with Software SIM Unlock are still crying over their money because all of these services are scams.
Also, some of these sites offer hardware unlock (like R-SIM, GPP SIM and Turbo SIM) which is a very dangerous SIM Free method and the failure rate is over 60% among all other problems.
So in short, there are no software OR hardware unlocking methods for your Softbank iPhone!!!
How to SIM Free a SoftBank iPhone using My SoftBank App
Unfortunately, unlocking your Softbank Japan iPhone through the Carrier is extremely difficult. Not only their requirements are insane, but it is only for those who know how to speak Japanese.
Like any other Mobile Network, SoftBank has its own iPhone Unlock Policy but everything is extremely complicated. Let me give you just a small example.
- The iPhone must be locked on SoftBank
- You can’t have any pending contract bills
- You can only SIM Free
- iPhone XR
- iPhone XS
- iPhone X max
- iPhone X
- iPhone 8,
- iPhone 8 Plus
- iPhone 7
- iPhone 7 Plus
- iPhone SE
- iPhone 6s
- iPhone 6s Plus
- SoftBank iPhones that were bought before 2015 cannot be unlocked
- You can only unlock Softbank iPhone after 101 days spent on a contract (you can only do so earlier if you fulfill various conditions and pay them a large amount to “break” the contract )
- You can only SIM Free a deactivated SoftBank iPhone within 90 days after it has been deactivated.
- The My SoftBank SIM Unlock is only for users who have signed a contract on the target iPhone.
I could go on forever but you can visit www.softbank.jp and find out more about SoftBank’s SIM Free Policy.
As long as all the above are covered, you can use My Softbank App and unlock your iPhone for free or go to a SoftBank Shop and pay ￥3,000 in order to unlock it.
The procedure is very simple as long as:
- You know how to read Japanese
- You have a My Softbank account
- The SoftBank iPhone is not blacklisted
- You meet the requirements I show you above plus a few more
- So, is iPhone SIM Free through My SoftBank impossible? No.
- Can you do it if you are the original owner? Yes.
- Is this solution available to people who bought a second-hand SoftBank iPhone? Unfortunately, no.
Softbank iPhone IMEI Unlock Method
If you are not the original owner and subscriber of the Softbank iPhone you want to SIM Free, then using a third party Official iPhone Unlock provider is the only guaranteed solution.
The SoftBank iPhone IMEI Unlock (also known as Factory iPhone Unlock) uses your iPhone’s IMEI number (which at the same time is the ID of your iDevice) and changes the SIM Lock Status in GSMA Database from Locked to UNLOCKED, so next time you restore your iPhone, it will be recognized as Unlocked, from both Apple and all Mobile Networks worldwide.
As I said, even if you are the original owner, there is no reason to dive into SoftBank Chaos or get frustrated when they refuse to SIM Free your iDevice.
- Permanent Unlock
- Supports all iPhone modes & iOS versions
- It makes no difference when the iPhone was bought (before or after 2015)
- Allows the use of ANY SIM-Card Worldwide (Including Japan)
- Uses NO Hacks, Hardware or Software – It is an Official Factory Unlock method
- Stress-free unlocking experience
- The estimated delivery time is 3-10 business days
- Every single feature works perfectly 100% after the IMEI SIM Free iPhone procedure
- Once you unlock your iPhone you will get a notification on your device. All you have to do is connect your iPhone to iTunes to complete the unlock
- Upgrade iOS, Sync iPhone using iTunes or Reset your device without fear of ever being locked again.
- You Will NOT void Apple’s warranty
- It can also be used on Blacklisted iPhones but you will be able to use the iPhone everywhere in the world except Japan
- SoftBank iPhone SIM Free is guaranteed or your money back
UltraSnow SoftBank iPhone Unlock Suggestions
- We saw that it is totally possible to unlock a SoftBank iPhone.
- If you are the original owner you can either use My SoftBank (or at least try to) or an iPhone IMEI Unlock Service which is a paid service but it is permanent and easier to accomplish. (way easier)
- If you are the owner of a used SoftBank iPhone then Factory Unlocking is the only way. The good news is that this service supports all iPhone models and it will take 10 days maximum in order to complete.
- There are no Hardware or Software SoftBank iPhone Unlock Solutions (don’t get scammed by using either of them)
- A solid iPhone Unlock Provider will always suggest an IMEI Check if you are not sure about the overall status of your iPhone. (In my opinion, you should never try to unlock an iPhone, especially a refurbished one, without IMEI Checking it first)
So did you manage to use My SoftBank to unlock your iPhone? Did iPhone IMEI Unlock method worked for you? Do you need further help in order to unlock a SoftBank iPhone?
Leave a comment below and tell us. Until next time, take care iPhone Unlockers.
131 comments
How much will it cost to unlock a Softbank iPhone 6S from Japan?
How long does it take?
Hey Eric,
How much it will cost to unlock your iPhone is not the first question you should have in mind but how an iPhone can be unlocked in 2018.
I want to fix unlock my iPhone 6, SoftBank company from Japan.
how much I have to pay?
I have an iPhone 5s Softbank with imei 35880**********.
can you unlock this iPhone for me?
Hi, I have an iPhone 6 that is locked to Japanese carrier SoftBank.
My Japanese flatmate gave it to me when she bought a new iPhone here in Australia.
She called SoftBank and asked it to be unlocked but they said no. Is it possible to unlock a SoftBank iPhone?
I have an iPhone 5s locked on Softbank.
imei 35880**********
can you unlock this iPhone for me?
Hello,
I also want to factory unlock my Softbank Locked iPhone. Are you unable to use yours after unlock to use with MVNO in Japan? Thanks!
I want to Unlock iPhone 6s Plus from au KDDI to SoftBank & NTT Docomo
How much does it cost to sim unlock a KDDI iPhone?
I want to SIM Unlock an iPhone 6 and an iPhone 7 Plus from au by KDDI to SoftBank & NTT Docomo.
Please tell me the price of KDDI Network iPhone Unlock.
Can you SIM unlock my iPhone 6s plus 64GB?
Hi, Jose Aung!
We are not an iPhone Unlocking provider but a blog that helps people to unlock their iPhones successfully and safe!
Your iPhone 6s+ can be unlocked but you should really IMEI Check it because there are many hidden issues that might ruin the SIM Unlocking process!
If you don’t believe you need an IMEI Check Service, go to this 2018 iPhone Unlock Guide and learn how to unlock your SoftBank iPhone
I hope, I’ve helped!
Take care Jose and come back to tell me how it went!
Hello,
This is Poon.
I have an iPhone 6 Plus 64gb, locked to Softbank Japan network. I ‘d like to unlock my iPhone but before I proceed, I need to make something clear.
How much does it cost to unlock a SoftBank iPhone?
Is there any chance of losing my own private data?
Will I have issues in future when upgrading iOS?
こんにちは Poon サー
This is Makis from UU.EU!
You can read about Official IMEI Unlock Service and learn everything about it!
I don’t know the exact price for each country that an IMEI Unlock Service costs!
For an IMEI Unlock service you will need:
-The iPhone’s IMEI number
-The iPhone Model
-The iPhone’s Blacklist status
-Which Mobile Network locks the iPhone
These will be the four questions I told you! If you don’t know them you will need an IMEI Check Service.
As soon as you answer them you will see how much it will cost you and PayPal is supported, so your money is safe!
The guys from iPhoneUnlock.Zone will explain everything before you proceed with unlocking your iPhone.
But you can also try to unlock your iPhone using this SIM Unlock Guide 2018.
Take care Poon!
Hi, I’m Melque from the Philippines. My aunt gave me her old iPhone 4. How expensive is to open iPhone 4 from Softbank to the Philippines?
It’s not about the price but unlocking your iPhone 4.
You can check out our iPhone SIM Unlock Guide and see if maybe you can unlock a SoftBank iPhone for free?
i would like to unlock my iPhone 4 from SoftBank carrier.
Hello.
If I unlock my iPhone 6, will I lose all my data?
If not then I’m onboard for unlocking.
Thank you
Hello. Is refund possible if the iPhone unlock is unsuccessful? what happens if the phone relocks again after an update?
Tenho um iphone softbank 4s qual o valor do desbloqueio?
Hey Andre,
It is possible to unlock an iPhone 4s which is locked on the SoftBank Japan network.
Hello Cha,
After the unlock your iPhone will be able to operate with any mobile network you want, including all Japanese mobile networks.
But, if your iPhone is blacklisted, then you will not be able to use any Japanese networks, only networks outside of Japan!
Hi.
What if I don’t have a PayPal or anything to pay up?
What should I do or where should I pay?
thanks
Hey Marimar,
PayPal supports Credit and Debit cards as well, so you will have no problem paying through PayPal.
How many days does it take to unlock an iPhone 6 from Softbank Japan?
Hello Tiago,
The whole procedure might take up to 12 business days, but the average unlocking time is around 7 days!
Hi, I would like to know if I unlock my SoftBank iPhone 5s, I can use it in Japan with other carriers or a prepaid SIM Card?
Hey Cha,
Yes, you will be able to use any mobile network you want. If your iPhone is blacklisted though, you will not be able to use it inside Japan!
Hi, I just want to know if you unlock an iPhone 5s from SoftBank carrier?
Can I still use it in Japan? And use other carriers with a prepaid sim?
Or it only works in another country?
Hello Charisse,
If your iPhone is CLEAN, then you can use it with any mobile network you want, including mobile networks from Japan. If it is blacklisted, then you can use it only outside of Japan.
Hey gabe,
Just go to iPhoneUnlock.Zone, answer 4 simple questions and you will be suggested with the service that can unlock your Softbank Japan iPhone 4.
I’m Gabe from Indonesia. Can you help me unlock my iPhone 4 32gb softbank japan?
Hi,
I have an iPhone 6 64gb Softbank Japan.
Can you help me to unlock my phone? And how much it will cost me to unlock the iPhone?
Hello Charisse.
This guy answer is not very honest, because he can remove this particular device from his icloud account. First, I suggest contacting him and ask him to remove your iPhone from his iCloud account. If he refuses, then I am afraid that there is not much you can do. For the time being, iCloud locks can only be remove from the original owner, not with a service. Also, first you will have to remove the iCloud lock and then unlocking your iPhone’s network. An unlocked iPhone with an iCloud lock, is exactly the same with a locked iPhone with an icloud lock. It cannot be used! 🙁
Plz tell how can I unlock my iPhone 4s Japan and in what is the price. IMEI 0130340********* version 8.1.2
Hi Abdul. Your iPhone 4s can be unlocked through SoftBank or an official IMEI method (Factory Unlock prices are constantly changing)
Hi, I bought an iPhone 6 SoftBank from a resale page, and it turns out that it is an iCloud locked phone. The previous owner says that he iCloud locked it because he uses it to another phone. Do you have some service like unlocking icloud?
And I’m also thinking to unlock my iPhone from SoftBank.
Which is the first thing to do? Unlock the icloud or unlock the carrier?
Also, how much for those services. Thanks!
Hi, I bought an iPhone 6 locked to Softbank carrier from a resale page, but it says that it was iCloud locked… Do you happen to do some iCloud unlock tools? And if it is so, how much? And which is a must? Unlock iCloud first or SIM Unlock the iPhone?
I am Chris, from Uganda. I have an iPhone 5 from Japan which was given to me by my friend from Japan. Guide me on how to unlock it. If you can unlock it, how much money should I prepare? The iPhone is locked by softbank carrier and the IMEI no is 013737*********
What is the maximum price to unlock an iPhone 6 plus? Which things need to be perfect when buying a used Softbank iPhone from a shop?
Example: Should the contract be expired? And what are the important aspects to check?
Hi Vijayvensa, You can check the price and the unlocking time by visiting iPhoneUnlock.Zone and getting a Softbank Japan iPhone Unlock Service.
There are no restrictions to the iPhones, you can unlock any iPhone model, with any contract status.
hello, how about the mode of payment?
They support Paypal, and PayPal supports all credit/debit cards!
I bought an iPhone 5s in Dubai… Now I’m in India… the sim carrier has been locked… Is it possible to unlock this iPhone?
Hey Muhammed,
I assume that your iPhone is locked on Softbank Japan network since this is what this post is about.
Skip to this post: How to unlock an iPhone through the locking Cellular Network for more info.
How much does it cost to unlock an iPhone 6 plus?
Hi, I’m currently on a Softbank iPhone 6 Plus 2-year contract which finishes in October this year. I will be staying in Japan and want to change from Softbank to an MVNO. Can I unlock my iPhone now or should I wait until October? When I do the unlock, will my iPhone 6 plus work with other networks in Japan?
Hey Stu,
After the unlock, you will be able to use this iPhone only outside from Japan, so I guess that you should try waiting your contract to end and then see if they can unlock it for you.
I will get an iPhone 6 from my friend and it’s still in contract. How can I unlock SIM? An urgent suggestion is needed.
How do I unlock that iPhone?
When will I know when the contract is over?
Hey Ugen,
Sure you can unlock your iPhone through the Carrier or a Premium IMEI Unlock.In this case, it doesn’t matter that it is under contract.
Hello, in one of your comments you say “This unlock is permanent, and you will be able to use any network you want, except carriers within Japan!”
I have an iPhone 5s that is locked to Softbank now.
If I get it unlocked, shouldn’t I be able to connect to other Japanese carriers too?
Why “except carriers within Japan”?
I would like to use my iPhone on a different Japanese MVNO service that is not Softbank.
Thanks
Hey Jay,
I am not sure why, but this is what they told us. It will work only outside from Japan.
Hello, this is Yuki from Japan, and I have a Softbank iPhone 6, and the contract was already expired.
Can you unlock my iPhone 6? I need your help as soon as possible because I’m living in Sydney and I cannot use other SIMs on my iPhone. Thank you!
And I asked some mobile repair shops here, but they couldn’t unlock my iPhone.
I had purchased an iPhone 5 from someone on eBay. I had an iPhone 4 and the same phone no. was used (MTNL prepaid sim in Mumbai, India) in the new phone. (I got upgraded from macro sim to nano sim provided by company)
Everything is fine except it is not able to connect to internet using data plan… It is showing 3G network available but it is not able to get log onto the internet.
When I searched in setting>about> it is showing carrier as Softbank written in Japanese. There is no option of changing APN.
How it is possible that I can make a call and my iPhone is still locked to the original service provider for dataplan?
Is it because I upgraded to iOS 9.2 that is causing the problem?
What is the solution?
Hey,
You will have to read this updated iPhone Carrier Unlock article for more info.
After that unlock, you will be able to use any SIM-Card/Network you want!
I have a SIM Locked Japan iPhone 6. I can unlock this iPhone through Apple I need to unlock it myself. Can that website help?
Hello,
Yeap. They can unlock your iPhone 6s Softbank Japan. Actually, they support all Softbank iPhone models.
I live in Japan and I have an iPhone 6 from SoftBank. I hope I can unlock my iPhone because I want to send it to my family in Indonesia. So, what must I do? Can you unlock this Softbank iPhone? Please help me. How much must I pay for this?
Hey Dawam,
Yes, your iPhone can be unlocked, and your family will be able to use it inside Indonesia without any problems.
Visit iPhoneUnlock.Zone for more info.
hey,
I have an iPhone 6 which I bought in Japan. I live in Brazil and wanted to know if it will work in my country.
Waiting for your response!
Hello Erica.
You can Carrier Unlock any iPhone as long as you follow the right iPhone Unlocking process.
Hello sir can you help me unlock my iphone?
Iphone 5s Japan SOFTBANK lock.
Hello,
My Softbank iPhone was stolen in the United States. Will the person who stole it be able to unlock it? Or is it useless to him?
If he does figure out a way to unlock the iPhone, will I be able to track it down using the “Find My iPhone” app?
Hello Tony,
Yes, there is a method that can unlock Softbank Japan network. But, if the Find My iPhone is ON, then you can change its iCloud status to LOST/STOLEN, so the thief cannot use it anymore.
hello admin,
I have been given an iPhone 4 16gb from my brother, he found it on a taxi in japan.. and bring to Indonesia. it’s sim locked from SoftBank Japan. the status of this iPhone is :
iCloud locked: no
contract period: expired
sim locked: yes
blacklisted: unknown
how to open the SoftBank SIM lock?
if you already read please write an email to me so I can give you this iPhone’s imei number and also the serial number. thanks
best regards
wicaksono.
Hello Wicaksono,
The Softbank Japan Network is supported by our SIM Lock Deactivation Tutorial.
hi
good day
How can I unlock my iPhone 6? I bought it in Japan so can I used it in the Philippines?
Will it be possible to unlock Japan Softbank iPhone 5s 64 gb… I mean factory unlock please help
Hey Aadi,
Softbank Japan network can be unlocked with the Factory Unlock Method but it would be better to try network unlock your iPhone for free with a SIM Lock Removal Request to SoftBank.
Sir, I have an iPhone 4 from Japan. I have its imei number. How much does it cost to unlock it? I’m in Philippines now!!!
Hi,
I have an iPhone 4, IMEI: 01265xxxxxxxxxx. Could you please advise, if this can be unlocked?
Hello Nilan,
First, you need to find out the Network, Blacklist and iCloud status of your iPhone and then make a SIM Lock Removal Request.
Hi,
I am from Mumbai-India and have an iPhone 5s and I recently locked the phone by changing the carrier code to Voda India. Neither I nor the local technician is able to unlock it. Please show me a way out.
hey Jugal,
Do you know in which network your iPhone is locked to? In order to help you Unlocking your iPhone, you first need to make an iPhone IMEI Check to find the network of your iPhone!
Hi, I got an iPhone 4 as a gift, which is not supporting Indian sim card. Can you guide me to unlock the iPhone for using it with Indian sim?
Hello Sathiya,
Do you know in which network your iPhone is locked to?
If it is locked to Softbank Japan network, then you can unlock your SoftBank iPhone permanently with a SIM Lock Removal Request.
Hi, I’ve bought a used iPhone 6 in Marocco three days ago. The iPhone worked perfectly with my Italian sim card but after the reset of the iDevice, that I did to restore my backup, it didn’t work. Device says that the sim card is not correct. After some search, and a call at apple support, I know that the phone is locked from Softbank (but the Apple support says instead that it is not locked). I read that it is currently not possible to unlock it but I can not understand why it worked for 3 days before the reset. Thank you. Davide
Hey Davide,
This sounds like a Worldwide iPhone Unlocking service.
It can unlock ANY iPhone model to ANY mobile network, but if you connect it with iTunes or do a full iOS restore, it will get re-locked again.
Read how to unlock any iPhone to all WIreless Networks, in this updated 2018 SIM Unlock Guide.
Hi.
I saw sometimes you said it’s impossible to unlock SoftBank iPhone and sometimes you said it’s possible but then can’t use iTunes. I have a locked 5S iPhone on SoftBank with iOS 9. Is it possible to unlock or not? How can I do it?
Thanks!
Hello Aya,
There was a period that Softbank Japan network could not be unlocked, but now it is possible with an iPhone SIM Lock Removal Request to SoftBank.
Hi I have iPhone 5s by SoftBank and I have finished the contract but still, I cannot use the phone in India or anywhere else, so what is the best way to unlock the iPhone as and whom to contact?
Hey,
You can unlock a Softbank Japan iPhone. Find out how.
Hi i have iPhone 4 16 GB can u check my imei if it is Japan locked or not 01 xxxxxx 961271 6 thanks a lot
Hey Xniallerx,
Please check your iPhone with an IMEI Checker.
hi,
I have questions about your service.
I have an iPhone 6 that is blocked by Softbank Japan.
Could you unlock my iPhone?
How can I pay you?
Hey Hiroka,
Softbank Japan network can be unlocked by using SoftBank’s Network Unlock Policy to your advantage.
Hi there,
Just got a brand new 6s from Softbank. There’s a 2 year contract which is not a problem, but I will be travelling to HK, Singapore, Philippines etc etc on business very soon (starting Dec), and would love to dodge the hassle of new phones each time / huge roaming fees. Any chance you can give me some advice?
Thanks, and will leave good feedback.
Hey,
Softbank Japan carrier can be unlocked with the Official IMEI Method (For the past 2 weeks).
Before making the order:
1) Disable the “Find My iPhone” feature (turn it OFF)
Note:
If you cannot disable the Find My iPhone feature, you will have to read this ”deactivate the Find My iPhone” Guide, so you can activate it afterward with your own iCloud account.
There is no point in SIM Unlocking SoftBank iPhone without removing the Activation Lock first.
Thanks for that, apparently I can unlock after 6 months with Softbank, so it’s not as much of a pain as I thought it would be.
Hi, i have an iphone 4, 32gb, 4.12 baseband locked to Softbank japan..
How to know if my iphone is blacklisted or not
Thanks deedaii
Hey,
There are two ways:
1) First is to call Softbank Mobile Network and asked them that (You will have to provide the IMEI number of the iPhone and prove them that you are the owner of that iPhone).
2) The Quickest method is to order a full iPhone IMEI check, which can have access to Apple’s GSX servers. The results are almost instant (Within 60 seconds).
Hey Deedaii,
Since your iPhone is locked on Softbank Network, then you can unlock it with this iPhone Unblock Tutorial we created.
Help iPhone 4 32gb locked softbank
Imei : 01264xxxxxxxxxx
Serial number : 83113xxxxx
Hey Maulana,
Softbank Japan Network is supported by the Official IMEI iPhone Unlocking Method but it would be better to learn how to unlock your iPhone in 2018.
Hi, I have an iPhone 4, version: 7.1.2, BB: 04.12.09 locked to Softbank. What actions can you recommend for this thing to be unlocked. It is giving a whole lot of stress finding the right unlocking service to unlock this phone. Thanks.
Hi,
I have an iPhone 5s, IMEI: 357994059414196. Could you please advise, if this can be unlocked?
Many thanks.
Sorry, forgot to mention, it is locked to SoftBank. cheers.
Hey Menji,
Softbank Network can be unlocked with this NetWork iPhone Unlock Guide we created.
Eu tenho um iPhone 4 de 32 GB do japão, o desbloqueio funciona mesmo ?
Hello Luis,
I translated your message:
“I have an iPhone 4 32 GB of Japan, the release really work?”
Softbank Japan Network is being supported by Official IMEI Method, and the unlocking time is 15 business days.
Try iPhoneUnlock.Zone which is for a tested iPhone Unlocking Company, which also supports full refund in case of a failed unlock.
Saludos,
Tengo un iphone 6 plus oro carrier softbank, pais Japon, imei: 35699xxxxxxxxxx
Necesito desbloquear el iphone para utilizarlo con otros carrier y en otros paises del mundo. No tiene reporte por perdida robo o falta de pago o financiacion.
Quiero saber si lo pueden desbloquear y cual es su precio
Muchas gracias
Hey Jonny,
I translated your message:
“Cheers,
I have a gold iPhone 6 plus carrier Softbank, Japan country, IMEI: 356995063243365
I need to unlock the iPhone for use with other carrier and other countries of the world. No theft or loss report for non-payment or financing.
I want to know if they can unlock and what is its price
Thank you”
Answer:
Yes, since your iPhone is not Blacklisted (Lost, Stolen or pending contract payments), then it can be unlocked (Blacklisted IMEI numbers are also supported). The Unlocking time though is around 15 business days.
Hello , is there a way to unlock the Aquos crystal x 402sh locked to softbank ?
I am from United Kingdom.
Hey Evan,
We are mostly writing about iPhones, but I made a research for you about the “Aquos crystal x 402sh” phone.
Unfortunately, Softbank Japan Network does not unlock it, and it is not about your smartphone only, but all smartphones.
From my quick research, I found that some people can unlock it, but the price is from $350 to $450. I cannot verify if those people are legitimate, so I do not recommend them to you. Have you tried to contact with Softbank? Maybe they have a different policy with other smartphones (They are very harsh with iPhone users at the moment!).
Hi,
I have iPhone 6 plus of SoftBank Japan carrier. When I inserted another carrier’s sim card, it said activation required. Could you please help me to unlock my iPhone 6 plus and use another Wireless Network’s sim card?
Hey Shiva,
Have you made an iPhone IMEI Check to your iPhone 6+? This is the only way to understand if your iPhone is locked or something else is required in order to use it with any mobile network you want.
if you are 100% sure that your iPhone is locked on Softbank Japan Network, then use this link.
PLEASE EXPLAIN THE PAYMENT WAYS. WHEN I ORDER, HOW MANY WAYS THERE WILL BE AVAILABLE TO PAY. THANKS
Hey Asa,
The payment methods for both IMEI Check and iPhone Unlock services can be done through Paypal. You do not have to own a Paypal account though, because Paypal allows you to make payments with your credit card quickly, easily and safely.
Hello Jun,
Softbank Japan Network is supported by Official IMEI Method for all iPhone models.
Before making the order, you need to know the overall Lock Status of your iPhone.
You can also check how to Carrier Unlock any iPhone on all Cellular Networks.
Hello Jagjot,
You are right. I fixed/updated the prices and the links. This website is legitimate, we already tested and verified their services. The Unlocking time was updated as well!
If you have any more questions, let me know! I will answer you as soon as possible!
iPhone 4 Japan Softbank
Carrier: 16.0
Model: MC605J/A
Serial:
IMEI:
can you unlock this and how much it is gonna cost me? Unlocking it means I can use a regular sim from my country. Right?
Hello Patjo,
Softbank Japan Network is unlockable by the Official IMEI iPhone Unlock Method.
This allows you to use any SIM-Card you want worldwide, you will be able to upgrade your iOS and use iTunes.
Before purchasing an Official IMEI Unlock, we highly recommend checking if your iPhone is blacklisted. For blacklisted iPhones, a different method is being used to unlock them.
To proceed with a Worldwide IMEI Unlock for Softbank Carrier, click on the following link:
Unlock Softbank Carrier with Official IMEI Method
Unlocking Time: 1 to 15 days
For ANY questions, feel free to reply to this message. I usually respond within 2 hours!
hi, is it possible to open the SIM lock of my iPhone 4 32gb ios 7.1 SoftBank? how much? thanks
Hello Zy,
If you want me to run an IMEI Check to that IMEI number, you will have to order it.
We have the best prices on the market when it comes to IMEI Network/SIM-Lock checks. Click on the link at the bottom, and choose any IMEI Check service you need for your iPhone.
IMEI Check Services
how about this IMEI, can you unlock this one?
Hello Sari and Steven,
I will answer to both of you since you have a similar request.
The IMEI Unlock provider we suggest to our users supports all iPhone models with any IMEI and Serial number for Softbank Japan Network.
Click on the following link, choose Softbank Japan Network and type in your IMEI number (Double check it) & your E-Mail.
After that, you will be able to see the unlocking Time of Softbank Japan Network:
Unlock Softbank Japan Mobile Network with Official IMEI Method
Is it still possible to unlock a japan softbank iphone 4 16 GB with A4S serial number?
hai ziss tolong bantu saya,saya tidak bisa menggunakan iphone 4 saya
iphone 4
imei 01242xxxxxxxxxx
versi 7.1.2(11d257)
model MC603J/A
Firmware modem 04.12.09
pembawa softbank jepang
nomor seri xxxxxx1BA4S
temimakasih
Hello Chakravarthy,
The IMEI Unlock provider that will unlock your iPhone, will not provide you an unlocking code (This is not like the Android phones), it simply gets unlocked in Apple’s and Mobile Networks databases.
You will receive an e-mail that your iPhone is now unlocked, and then you will be able to verify it through iTunes.
There is a specific unlocking time, 1 to 15 days, and after that, the above procedure will follow!
You must be 100% sure that your iPhone is locked on Softbank Japan Network and also you must be certain that it is not blacklisted!
Use the following link, and to Unlock Softbank Japan Network! After you type your iPhone’s IMEI number and pick your iPhone’s model, you are done. Just wait a few days and your Softbank iPhone will get unlocked:
Softbank Japan Unlock with Official IMEI iPhone Unlocking Method
If you have more questions, feel free to ask me!
Hi,
My iPhone 5S is from Japan SoftBank and when I insert a non-SoftBank SIM it doesn’t prompt me for “Insert network unlock code” instead it prompts me a message that the sim is not valid for the device. In that case, how do I enter the unlock code once I buy it from you?
thank you.
Hello Alvin,
If you inform me in which network your iPhone is locked, I will be able to tell you the price and the unlocking time, and if we are able to unlock it!
Waiting for your comment!
Zisis, please help me. I can’t use my iPhone4s. Please unlock my iPhone
4s.
IMEI: 01 2xxxxx 6xxxxx 2
Modem Firmware : 04.12.09
Version: 7.1.2 (11D257)
Model: xxxxxx/A
Serial Number: 80117xxxxxx
Please inform me
THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!!
Hello,
Hi Zisis,
You mention $63 to unlock softbank iphone however your website is asking for $249 ????
Please let me know where can i get the unlock for $63 ?
Regards,
Jagjot
can you help me to unlock my iPhone 4 SoftBank 16Gb, I bought four iPhones, how much will I pay? thank you.
I have recently bought and iphone 5s locked for softbank carier from my friend who came from japan.I just need to unlock it without any risk.I just need to know if it somehow doesn’t work how can i get my money back? or does it surely work with no doubt?
Good evening, will you help me to unlock my iPhone 4 16gb from softbank japan?
A Japanese friend have it to me but I can’t use it with my french sim card.
Best regards. Fred
Hello Fred,
The Official IMEI iPhone Unlock service supports Softbank Carrier (Recently updated to supports all iPhone Models regardless their storage size), so you will be able to unlock it in 1 to 15 days after your payment.
Click on the following link, type your IMEI number and pick your iPhone model. Within a few days you will receive a confirmation e-mail that your iPhone is now unlocked.
If you have further questions feel free to respond here.
Regards,
Admin
Thank you for Unlocking my iPhone 4, I was a little anxious at first, but a friend of my husband used your service for his AT&T iPhone and unlocked it in only 12 hours!
My brother wants to unlock his iPhone 3GS too and he has the softbank carrier too (bought it from e-bay). Is it possible to order the IMEI Unlock from my account or you need his credentials? Waiting for your response!
Hello Maria,
We are always very happy to hear such nice comments from satisfied customers (Enjoy your Unlocked iPhone!).
Our AT&T Unlocking Service is extremely quick, and in some cases, we managed to unlock it in only 10 minutes!
Anyway, your brother does not have to use our IMEI Unlocking services, because he owns an iPhone 3GS.
Skip to AT&T iPhone Unlock for more info or he can contact us and inform him about his options.
Also, our ordering procedure does not take into account the credentials of an iPhone user. We just need to have the IMEI number of the iPhone and a valid Credit Card.
Regards,
Admin
Any idea what will be the approximate cost to unlock a Japanese Softbank iPhone 5 64GB (ME340J/A)?