How Do I Get Webex International Phone Numbers Enabled for a Meeting?

There are several options available to users when it comes to international teleconferencing through Cisco Webex.

How do I get Webex international phone numbers enabled for a meeting?

How do I have a Webex teleconference with my international business partners?

How do I set up a meeting with Global Telephony?

How do I allow local dial-in numbers for my participants?

Solution:

IMPORTANT:

• Host: For further assistance, please contact your Site Administrator or Cisco Support if you do not see this option during scheduling. Please refer to the following article for more information on getting support for Webex.

• Attendee: You may need to contact your meeting host if you do not see any Global call-in numbers on the Global call-in screen.

The Webex platform offers a number of options for international teleconferencing. Please select the desired option as you progress through the scheduling process, otherwise you will be unable to use it during your meeting.

• Global Call-In: It is possible to dial a local toll-free number as well as a toll-free number in many countries using Webex. By using this method, all the participants will have to do is dial the phone numbers in their respective regions in order to participate in the teleconference. As part of the session confirmation and invitation email, a list of international telephone numbers is included. As soon as a meeting attendee joins your Webex meeting, you will be able to see a list of their telephone numbers appear on the screen as well.

• Global Callback: This method is more convenient for participants because they will be asked to enter their phone numbers after joining the Webex meeting as soon as they do so. As soon as Webex connects everyone to the teleconference, each person will receive a call to connect to the conference. By using this method, you will be able to access even more countries than before. If you would like to use this method, you can also call in.

The meeting scheduler allows you to use international dial-in numbers by selecting Allow access to teleconferences via local international numbers or Allow access to teleconferences via global call-in numbers in the Audio Conference section.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I enable global call in numbers in Webex?

In the preview window, you will find the audio connection options that you can use when you join your meeting or event. You can join the meeting by selecting Call in from the list of options. On the Call In list, click the Show all global numbers button to show all global numbers for call ins. Enter the name of the country or region or select a country and region.

How do I add phone numbers to a Webex meeting?

Go to Services and choose Calling > Numbers from the customer view at https://admin.webex.com. Go to Manage > Add and click on the Add button.

Does Webex have international numbers?

You can hold international teleconferences with Webex using several different options. In order to ensure that your desired option is available during your meeting, you must select it during the scheduling process. There are toll-free and local numbers available in a number of countries through Webex.

How do I change my default Webex phone number?

For Classic View, you can change the default call-in number by following these instructions:

In the top right corner, click My Webex. Choose Preferences from the left-hand menu. In the section titled Set a default call-in number for sessions you host or attend, scroll down to the setting.

What phones are supported for Webex calling?

Support for Webex Calling is available on the following Cisco IP Phones:

• 6821, 6841, 6851, 6861, 6861 Wi-Fi, 6871 with color display, 6871 with color display are Cisco IP Phone 6800 Series Multiplatform Phones.

• Multiplatform IP Phones from Cisco (7800 Series 7811, 7821, 7841, 7861) (Audio phones). …

• A multiplatform IP phone from the Cisco 8800 series

Does Webex require a phone number?

Calls made through the Webex App

When you call or answer a call from someone with a Webex App account, you need only be connected to them in the app.

Can I dial a phone number from Webex?

Your call will go through your desk phone when you’re connected to Webex App through your desk phone. When using Webex App, you don’t have to move your focus away from your computer to make a call, since it functions as a remote control for your phone.

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