How to Forward Calls from Bell to an AI Receptionist
Last updated: March 2026
TL;DR
Forward your Bell calls by dialing *72 followed by the destination number. The entire process takes under 2 minutes. This forwards all incoming calls. Once set up, calls route to any number you choose, including an AI receptionist like Aira that answers 24/7, books appointments, and takes messages. Plans start at $24.95/mo.
How to Forward All Calls from Bell
Follow these steps to forward every incoming call from your Bell phone to another number. This works with any destination, including an AI receptionist, voicemail service, or another phone line.
- Pick up your phone and listen for a dial tone
- Dial *72 (star seven two)
- Enter the 10 digit phone number you want calls forwarded to
- Wait for the confirmation tone or message
- Hang up
Dial Code
*72Alternative: Set Up via App or Online
For Bell mobile phones, call forwarding can also be configured through device call settings.
Note
If answer received: keep line open for at least 5 seconds. If no answer or busy signal: wait 3 seconds, hang up, and repeat.
How to Turn Off Call Forwarding on Bell
When you want calls to ring on your Bell phone again, follow these steps to disable call forwarding.
- Pick up your phone and listen for a dial tone
- Dial *73 (star seven three) and wait for a two beep confirmation tone
- Hang up
Disable Code
*73Why Forward Bell Calls to an AI Receptionist?
Most businesses miss 20 to 40 percent of incoming calls. Every missed call is a lost customer, a missed appointment, or revenue walking out the door. Forwarding your Bell calls to an AI receptionist solves this instantly.
What an AI Receptionist Does with Your Forwarded Calls
- Answers every call 24/7. No voicemail, no hold music, no missed opportunities. Nights, weekends, holidays, and lunch breaks are all covered.
- Books appointments automatically. The AI checks your calendar availability and schedules appointments directly during the call. No back and forth needed.
- Takes detailed messages. When you can't take a call, the AI captures the caller's name, number, reason for calling, and any urgent details. You get a notification instantly.
- Speaks English and Spanish. Bilingual support means you never lose a caller because of a language barrier. The AI detects the caller's language automatically.
- Costs a fraction of a human receptionist. Plans start at $24.95/mo for 30 calls. Compare that to $3,000+/mo for a full time receptionist or $500+/mo for a traditional answering service.
The setup takes under 2 minutes. Forward your Bell calls using the steps above, and your AI receptionist starts answering immediately.
Bell supports international call forwarding, so you can route calls from anywhere to your AI receptionist.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Bell charge for call forwarding?
Bell typically does not charge to activate or deactivate, but forwarded calls may incur charges, especially to long distance or mobile numbers.
Can I forward calls internationally with Bell?
International forwarding is possible, but international rates likely apply. Contact customer service beforehand.
Will my phone still ring when call forwarding is enabled?
No, your phone will not ring since all calls are forwarded immediately.
Can I forward text messages too?
Call forwarding works only with voice calls, not text messages.
How is immediate forwarding different from conditional forwarding?
Immediate forwarding sends all calls right away. Conditional only sends calls when unanswered, busy, or phone is off.
Do I need to set up call forwarding on each device if I have multiple Bell phones?
Yes, call forwarding must be configured individually for each Bell phone number.
Never miss a call. Forward your Bell calls to Aira.
Set up in under 2 minutes. Your AI receptionist answers 24/7, books appointments, takes messages, and speaks English and Spanish. Plans start at $24.95/mo.