9 Fix iPhone 15 Stuck on Searching & Says No Service

If your iPhone shows “No Service” with the carrier name, you can’t make calls, send texts, or use mobile data, including iMessage and FaceTime. This often happens when changing or inserting a new SIM card or setting up a new iPhone. You will only have access to WiFi. Fortunately, you can easily fix this issue yourself. In this article, I’ll explain how to resolve the “No Service” error on any iOS version.

Weak network signals can lead to a “No Service” status. Check with another device or ask others using the same network.

Fixes: No Service on iPhone or Stuck at “Searching..” on iPhone

Refer to my quick guide on iPhone saying no Service, Carrier name disappeared near to network signal. Sometimes iPhone shows “Searching..” that doesn’t display name.

1: Check for the Latest Update

Go to Settings > General > Software Update (Check for Available Updates).

2: Restart or Hard Reboot

Soft Restart: Press and Hold Sleep/Wake button until you see a slide to Power off on screen.

Hard Reset the Devices:

iPhone 8 Plus/8 Plus:

  1. Press and Quickly Release the Volume Up button,
  2. Press and Quickly Release the Volume Down Button,
  3. Press and hold the Side Button until you see the Apple logo on the Screen.

To start iPhone, again press the Side button until the startup Apple logo appears on the screen.

3: Check Default Cellular Settings on iPhone

Enable Network Selection to Automatic. Go to Settings > Carrier.

2 Carrier Settings on iPhone

Network Selection > Enable Automatic.

3 Automatic Selection Network Settings on iPhone

Enable Data Roaming for International Users: Go to Settings > Cellular > Cellular Data Options.

5 Cellular Data Options on iPhone

Enable Data Roaming.

6 Enable and Disable Data Roaming on iPhone

4: Check for Carrier Settings Update

Update Carrier settings available under About profile, Go to Settings > General > About > Install update Carrier settings (if available)

5: Take out SIM and Install SIM Again

Take out the SIM card tray and Re-insert that restart the device and use.

6: Reset Network Settings

Go to the Settings > General > Reset > Reset Network Settings.

7: Contact your Carrier

AT&T: 1-1800-CALL-ATT

T-Mobile: 611/ 1-877-453-1304

Verizon Wireless: *611 or 1-800-922-0204

Sprint: 00 1 817-698-4199

8: Restore your Device with the latest iOS version

Restore Device is the ultimate solution for fixing out most terrible errors and problems. You feel no one troubleshooting gets help. Backup iPhone first and Restore iPhone like a clean install.

9: It seems an issue with iPhone hardware, Fix out with the help from Apple Store.

Apple Service Center is a great help and takes out you without spending money if it’s under warranty. Explore more Carrier support options from here.

Or Go with Some trusted Best iPhone Repair Service.

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After successfully done, the Message will be shown on your Mac or Windows screen, and you can setup of your iPhone/iPad and iPod touch. hope you get fixed on Stuck on Searching & Says No Service on iPhone.

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Karly Wood

Karly Wood is a journalist based in Ohio who specializes in covering Apple and technology trends. With a varied experience in reporting on public safety, government, and education, her insights bridge multiple disciplines, providing readers with a well-rounded perspective on today's technological advancements. If you need to contact me, you can reach me at [email protected] or through (Facebook)

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