Activate Now

Prep Work

 Before you can activate, there are a couple of things you want to be sure of:

1. Your antenna is working properly with clear view of the Southern sky.
2. Your receiver is installed and TURNED ON.
3. Your TV screen reads "Your receiver is not activated, call 1-800…"

Having trouble?  Please visit our help page.

Activation

Then, pick up the phone and call!

New DISH Customers: 1-800-811-4191

Existing DISH Customers: 1-800-333-DISH ( 1-800-333-3474 )

We have experienced operators standing by to help you order DISH Pay As You Go Programming for your next tailgate!

Our friendly call center representatives stand-by ready to assist you from:

Monday - Friday 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM EDT
Saturday - Sunday 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM EDT