How can I keep this number?

[BoLun]

Hello, I use this number last month when I travel in Europe. Now I am in China. I want to use this number again when I travel aboard of China next time. My question is how to keep this number. I merely use this number in China, so what's the cheapest way?

[JonathanB]

Hi @BoLun,

I'm assuming that we're discussing a PAYG account? If you're infrequently returning to the UK you only need to have a chargeable event within 6 months to prevent the account from disconnecting. So the cheapest option is to top up some credit, and occasionally make a outbound call, text, or use some mobile data. Generally sending a text is the cheapest thing you can do.

Thanks,
Jonathan