O2 tariff question

rob5ta

Hi guys,

I work in head office for a major mobile retailer, and i get 50% staff discount with O2. I recently took out a staff deal simply to get the N95 free (12 month). I already have an O2 online account which is due for renewal in november.

What i want to know is what is the minimum term that you have to be with O2 for before you can change tariffs? I am on £50 a month at present, but want to drop it down to the lowest possible at the earliest opportunity (i may be changing jobs soon so will lose the discount). I then want to pay the remainder of the contract. This was the cheapest way i could think of to get an N95.

Now i have the N95, I can then go on the sim-only tariff with my online account, as i dont fancy being tied in again.

I have read through the forums, and there seem to be conflicting views as to when you can do this. Some say 30 days, others 6 months. Anybody know the correct term? Thanks

Llyllyll

This is from their website:

O2 Online Pay Monthly tariff information

1. Unless you have selected a SIM Only tariff, O2 Pay Monthly is subject to status, credit-check and the terms of a 12, 18 or 24 month minimum term O2 contract. After connecting or upgrading to a minimum term contract, you're unable to move to a lower priced Pay Monthly tariff for 9 months. After 9 months you can change tariff a maximum of once per month, provided that if moving down a tariff you can only move to the next lowest priced tariff with the same minimum term. SIM Only tariffs are subject to status, credit-check, and payment by direct debit. You may give us written notice that you wish to end your contract or change tariff at any time, and this will be effective 30 days after we receive your notice You will be required to pay the applicable monthly charge for your SIM only tariff until the end of this 30 day notice period.