Only $2.95 per month *

Welcome to McAllen, Texas, where vibrant culture meets a bustling population of over 140,000.

Immerse yourself in this dynamic city with a local phone number in area code 956.

Connect with McAllen's community from anywhere, using any device or software, making every call feel like a local one.

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Features

  • Attend the McAllen Tamale Fest and manage your booth remotely by forwarding calls to your mobile.
  • During a birding trip in Quinta Mazatlan, use our cloud phone system to stay connected without missing calls.
  • Host international webinars from McAllen's Convention Center and connect with global attendees through advanced VoIP capabilities.
  • Stay reachable by clients while enjoying McAllen's Art Walk with call forwarding to a specific SIP address.
  • Celebrate McAllen's vibrant culture and cuisine during the South Texas Food Truck Festival while efficiently routing calls based on the time of day using our VoIP services.
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Use any device or software

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Text messages (SMS) are forwarded to the email on file free of charge.

Any device can be used to make and receive calls with your FlyNumber.

  • iOS or Android smartphone
  • Mac, PC, or Linux computer
  • Desktop office phone
  • Any regular phone (a phone number)
  • 3rd party VoIP solutions
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FAQ’s

Can I get SMS on my McAllen virtual phone number?

Yes, your McAllen FlyNumber will come with SMS capabilities. The text message will be forwarded to the email on file free of charge. Full list of SMS enabled numbers here.

Can I use my McAllen virtual number for 2FA or other verification services?

This really depends on the company/service sending the SMS to the FlyNumber; it's up to them to actually send the text. We can't guarantee 2FA or short code SMS will work. Texts from regular mobile phones should work fine though.

What options do I have for using FlyNumber if I participate in trade along the US-Mexico border in McAllen, Texas?

With McAllen being a key city for cross-border commerce, you can use FlyNumber to maintain robust communication with both your American and Mexican contacts. Forward your virtual phone number to any mobile or landline worldwide, ensuring you can conduct business smoothly whether you're dealing with suppliers in Monterrey or customers in Texas. Plus, the cloud phone system can be a crucial tool for managing these international calls efficiently.

Can I use FlyNumber to manage calls during high-traffic events like the McAllen Holiday Parade?

Absolutely! During large events, when call volume might spike, you can use FlyNumber’s call routing features to manage the influx. Route calls based on the day and time, ensuring that you never miss a beat during the busiest times. Setting up a call menu can also help direct callers to the right department quickly, enhancing the caller's experience and reducing wait times.

How can FlyNumber help my McAllen-based tourism company handle calls from various international visitors?

For a tourism company in a culturally rich city like McAllen, FlyNumber's ability to forward calls to any SIP address and utilize unlimited incoming minutes when answered with VOIP is perfect. This means you can handle calls from prospective tourists from around the world without worrying about high communication costs, and provide information seamlessly, whether they're calling about bird watching in Quinta Mazatlan or shopping in La Plaza Mall.

Is there a way to use FlyNumber to support local McAllen festivals and cultural events?

Definitely! FlyNumber lets you manage multiple numbers under one account, which is ideal for organizing separate lines for event bookings, information, and vendor coordination for events like the PalmFest. Utilize the cloud-based PBEC system and call menus to direct calls appropriately, ensuring each caller gets the info they need about the festivities or their participation status.

Can FlyNumber facilitate better communication for my McAllen restaurant's delivery and takeout services?

Yes, FlyNumber is perfect for enhancing the operations of your McAllen restaurant. Use the virtual number to take orders and forward these to the appropriate devices in the kitchen or the delivery team. You can also set up voicemails, greetings, and save call recordings to the cloud automatically, which helps in handling any order disputes or confirmations effectively.

How can FlyMonitor assist in providing efficient healthcare communication in McAllen, known for its regional health issues like diabetes and obesity?

FlyNumber allows health professionals in McAllen to maintain continual contact with patients by utilizing features like call forwarding to any phone worldwide, and managing calls based on time, which could coordinate with different shifts of medical staff. The cloud phone system can also be employed to prioritize urgent calls or route them to the right department, be it for regular check-ups, diet consultations, or emergency inquiries. This can significantly improve response times and patient care in critical health sectors.

Local info you may want to know

Mcallen, Texas is a vibrant hub with a majority Hispanic population, offering cultural richness and bilingual business opportunities. Its strategic location near the Mexico-U.S. border boosts import/export ventures.

Despite its modest size, Mcallen's retail sector is surprisingly robust, outperforming several larger cities in retail sales per capita. This makes it a promising site for both new and expanding retail businesses.

With a growing tech scene, Mcallen is also becoming a hotspot for startups, particularly in green technologies. The city’s commitment to innovation provides a supportive environment for tech-oriented businesses.

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A genuine McAllen US phone number

In McAllen, Texas, area code 956 not only connects you to a vibrant border community but also to a hub of international trade and cultural exchange.

Dialing format for this area code follows the standard US pattern: 1 + 956 + local number, ensuring efficient connectivity to this dynamic region.

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  • Edinburg's educational spirit grows; utilize our PBX system to direct educational calls efficiently.
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Unlimited incoming

When you answer phone calls with VoIP, or in other words the internet - it's free unlimited incoming minutes.

This is included in the price of the McAllen phone number.

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Forward to any regular phone number

For an additional low per min rate, you can forward the McAllen FlyNumber calls to any regular phone number in the world.

Use our phone system (optional) for increased flexibility:

  • To multiple phone numbers (up to 3)
  • Based on day of the week and/or time
  • Forward to phone number as backup to VoIP
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Use cases

Over the years we've seen our FlyNumbers used in a multitude of ways:

  • Use the McAllen number as a 2nd phone line/phone number
  • Anonymize your personal mobile phone number
  • Separate business and personal calls
  • For your "Contact Us" page
  • Give friends/family a local phone number to reach you on
  • Use the McAllen, US FlyNumber for applications or forms (both online and offline)
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Optional Cloud Phone System

Configure your call flow with our intuitive "drag and drop" grid canvas

  • Call menu / IVR
  • Time/Day based routing
  • Route based on caller-ID
  • Forward to multiple destinations (Phone numbers and/or VoIP)
  • Call Queue
  • Much more...
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*Monthly price for the number includes unlimited incoming minutes when you answer with VoIP.

Additional rates apply when you forward to a regular phone number, make outgoing calls and/or use our internal cloud phone system.