An Introduction to VIP Phone Numbers and How to Get One
An Introduction to VIP Phone Numbers and How to Get It
What is a VIP phone number?
A VIP phone number (sometimes called a VIP mobile number or gold mobile number) is a UK mobile number with an easy-to-remember pattern – for example repeated digits, sequences or a number that matches your brand. These numbers make it easier for customers to remember you, improve response rates from advertising and help your business look more professional and established.
- Typically an 11-digit UK mobile number starting with 07
- Uses memorable patterns like 000, 777, 1234 or mirrored digits
- Can be used for calls, texts, WhatsApp and marketing campaigns
- Once bought, it can usually be ported to any major UK network
Each phone number is technically unique, but VIP mobile numbers and gold mobile numbers sit in a different league. They are designed to be instantly memorable, look premium and support your brand – whether you are a sole trader, startup or established company operating across the United Kingdom.
Maybe you are a public figure who wants a number fans can recall easily, or you run a high-end business and want every touchpoint – including your mobile number – to feel VIP. In every case, choosing the right number can have a real impact on how often people call, how professional you look and how your business is perceived.
In this guide we’ll explain what a VIP phone number is, how it works in the UK numbering system and the different ways you can buy one – including fully bespoke, custom mobile numbers created for your brand at Numbers Market.
What Is a VIP Phone Number?
A VIP phone number is a standard UK mobile phone number (11 digits, starting with 07) that has been carefully chosen for its memorable pattern. Instead of a random string of digits, a VIP mobile number might use:
- Repeating digits – for example 07345 000 000 or 07770 777 777
- Sequences – such as 07xx 123 123 or 07xx 234 567
- Mirrored or palindromic patterns – like 07xx 455 554
- Brand-related digits – for example ending in your shop number, year or “365/247”
These numbers follow the same basic rules as all UK telephone numbers – they use country code +44, are 11 digits long in national format and sit on a regular UK network such as O2, Vodafone, EE or Three. The difference is purely in the digit pattern and how valuable it is for marketing and customer recall.
What Does a VIP Number Allow You to Do?
From a technical point of view, a VIP mobile number behaves just like any other UK mobile phone number:
- It can be used for voice calls, SMS and WhatsApp
- It can usually be ported between UK networks in a few working days
- It can be used as your main business contact number or as a dedicated campaign line
The real advantage is marketing and customer service. A strong, memorable number:
- Makes it easier for people to recall your brand after seeing an advert once
- Stands out on vans, shop fronts, flyers and digital campaigns
- Can help improve call-through rates from your advertising spend
- Feels more professional and premium – especially when compared with a random “07” mobile
For high-value businesses, trades, professional services or personal brands, a VIP phone number is a small, one-off investment that keeps working every day your business is trading.
How Do You Get a VIP Number?
In the past, you had to rely on mobile networks releasing rare numbers or wait for special allocations. Today, specialist providers like Numbers Market hold curated stock of:
- VIP mobile numbers – strong patterns, ideal for branding
- Gold mobile numbers – premium patterns across top UK prefixes
- Easy numbers – budget-friendly but still memorable
- Custom / bespoke numbers – created around your exact digit brief
The process is simple:
- Browse our VIP mobile numbers or gold mobile numbers catalogue.
- Use filters or search to find a pattern that matches your brand, budget and UK network preference.
- Checkout securely – you’ll receive order confirmation and delivery details.
- Once your SIM or PAC is delivered, we’ll help you connect it to your chosen UK network.
You do not need to negotiate with a network directly: we handle the number allocation, and you enjoy a clean, ready-to-use mobile number with a premium pattern.
How Do You Use a VIP Number Day to Day?
After activation, your VIP mobile number fits into your business like any other contact channel:
- Display it on your website, social media, Google Business Profile and email signatures
- Print it on cards, flyers, vehicle liveries and shop signage
- Use it for customer service, sales, WhatsApp chats or dedicated campaigns
Many businesses also buy matching numbers for different team members – for example a block of numbers with the same ending – to keep contact details consistent and easy to recognise.
VIP, Gold and Bespoke Numbers with Numbers Market
At Numbers Market we specialise in memorable UK mobile numbers – from affordable easy numbers to ultra-rare VIP mobile numbers and fully bespoke patterns built around your brand.
Whether you want a simple, clean pattern for a local trade or a show-stopping number for national campaigns, our team can help you find – or create – the right fit.
VIP Number FAQs
Technically, a VIP phone number works just like any other UK mobile number – it uses the same UK network, country code +44 and standard 11-digit format. The difference is in the digit pattern: VIP and gold numbers are carefully chosen to be easier to read, say and remember.
In most cases yes. Once the number is allocated to you, it can usually be ported to your preferred UK network (O2, EE, Vodafone, Three and others) using the standard PAC process. We’ll explain the best option for your chosen number at checkout.
Activation typically takes from a few minutes up to a couple of working days, depending on whether you’re using a SIM we supply or porting the number to another network. We’ll keep you updated by email and provide clear instructions for each step.
Yes – because VIP and gold numbers are limited and often one-of-a-kind, they usually have a higher one-off purchase price than a standard mobile number. However, there is no ongoing “VIP fee” from networks: once you own the number, it behaves like a normal UK mobile for line rental and usage.