### Answer
There are several common reasons why branded caller ID might not display on outbound calls. Here's what to check:
Common Issues:
1.
Application Status - Your branded call application needs to be approved, which typically takes 1-2 weeks [(1) ](
) . Check if your application is still pending.
2.
Verified Phone Number - Without a verified phone number, calls may be marked as "Spam Likely" . Retell strongly recommends enabling verified caller ID to ensure your business name displays correctly .
3.
SIP Trunk Configuration (if using imported Twilio numbers) - Based on a similar case, the issue could be [(2) ](
) :
- Caller ID isn't set to the actual Twilio number in your trunk config
- The number isn't verified in Twilio
- SIP trunk is passing internal or masked numbers instead of your Twilio number
To Create a Support Ticket, Include:
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Phone number experiencing the issue (in E.164 format)
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Application status - Is your branded call application approved?
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Number type - Retell-purchased or imported via SIP trunk?
- If imported:
Telephony provider (Twilio/Telnyx/Vonage)
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Sample call IDs where branded calling didn't appear
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Verified phone status - Is the number also registered as a verified phone?
Quick Checks:
- Branded caller ID is currently only available for U.S. numbers on T-Mobile, AT&T, and Verizon [(1) ](
) [(3) ](
)
- If using SIP trunk, ensure the From header is set to your Twilio number in E.164 format [(2) ](
)