The safe entry rule
Select your country or region in WeChat first. Then enter only the number portion requested by the field. The country code should appear once. If the app rejects a format, do not add random zeros or punctuation; check the number against your carrier's international format.
Examples of the common conversion
| Number written locally | Country selected | Typical number field |
|---|---|---|
| 415 555 0123 (United States) | United States (+1) | 415 555 0123 |
| 07123 456789 (United Kingdom) | United Kingdom (+44) | 7123 456789 |
| 06 12 34 56 78 (France) | France (+33) | 6 12 34 56 78 |
Examples are for format illustration only. National numbering rules vary; the active WeChat field and your carrier's instructions take priority.
Check the number type before trying again
- Use a number attached to a regular mobile service and keep control of the SIM or eSIM.
- Avoid public, shared, disposable, or temporary SMS numbers for an account you need to recover later.
- Internet-number and VoIP services may not receive the message reliably or may not be accepted by the current registration flow.
- Make sure the number can receive international application messages and is not blocked by a carrier spam filter.
If the format looks right but registration still fails
A correct format does not guarantee acceptance. Check the registration environment, stop repeated code requests, and use the official error or help option. The account, device, number, and current security policy can all affect the result.
Official sources
Continue with a related guide
Frequently asked questions
Should I enter the plus sign and country code twice?
No. Select the country or region in the WeChat picker first, then enter the local part of the number requested by the app. Do not repeat the country code in the number field.
Should I keep the leading zero in a UK mobile number?
When +44 is already selected, the local trunk prefix is commonly omitted, so a number written locally as 07123 456789 is often entered as 7123 456789. Follow the exact format accepted by the current WeChat screen and your carrier.
Can I register with Google Voice or a temporary SMS number?
Do not depend on internet, shared, or temporary numbers for registration. They may not receive the message reliably or may not be accepted. Use a regular mobile number that you control.