FAQ
TL;DR: Need mobile public IP and port forwarding? Plus offers it from PLN 6.15/month, and "In Plus, such IP is payable." Orange may require APN VPN via BOK and sometimes a fee. For Polish mobile users needing inbound access for CCTV, servers, or NAS. [Elektroda, matek451, post #17129612]
Quick Facts
- Plus pricing: dynamic public IPv4 ~PLN 6.15/month; static ~PLN 18.45/month. [Elektroda, matek451, post #17129612]
- Orange introduced LS NAT; public IPv4 by request often denied; public IPv6 without firewall available. [Elektroda, IC_Current, post #17129879]
- Orange public static IPv4 confirmed activated by an individual user recently. [Elektroda, sebapulawy, post #17130028]
- T‑Mobile consumer mobile blocks port forwarding; public IPv4 offered only to companies for a fee. [Elektroda, gunnpa, post #17129586]
- Plus public-IP add‑on opens TCP/UDP ports 1–65535 for inbound access. [Elektroda, jarek7714, post #17132506]
Which Polish mobile operators actually allow public IPv4 with port forwarding?
Plus offers paid public IPv4 (dynamic or static). Orange can enable dynamic or APN "vpn," and some report paid static public IPv4. Always verify with Orange Customer Service before ordering. These options enable inbound access and typical port forwarding use cases. [Elektroda, matek451, post #17129612]
How much does a public IP cost on Plus (dynamic vs static)?
Approximate monthly fees reported: PLN 6.15 for dynamic public IPv4 and PLN 18.45 for static public IPv4. These prices apply to individual customers on Plus. Enable the add‑on to allow inbound connectivity and standard port forwarding. [Elektroda, matek451, post #17129612]
Does Orange offer public IPv4 to individuals now? How do I request it?
Yes—users report Orange now enables public static IPv4 for individuals. Activation is handled by the expert hotline. “You just have to run it on expert *900 hotline.” If regular agents seem unaware, insist on the expert line. [Elektroda, sebapulawy, post #17130041]
Why do some Orange users still get refused public IPv4?
Orange implemented large‑scale NAT (LS NAT/CGNAT) and updated rules. Requests for public IPv4 are often declined on newer plans. They do provide public IPv6 without a firewall, which supports inbound access if your gear supports IPv6. [Elektroda, IC_Current, post #17129879]
I’m on T‑Mobile consumer mobile—can I get public IPv4 and forward ports?
A user-confirmed response from T‑Mobile support: port forwarding on public addresses is blocked for consumers. Public IPv4 is provided only to companies, for an additional fee. Consider business plans or other operators if you need inbound access. [Elektroda, gunnpa, post #17129586]
Can port forwarding work if my WAN IP starts with 10.x?
No. A 10.xxx address means a private IP via carrier NAT. Your router cannot receive unsolicited inbound traffic, so port forwarding will not work from the internet. You need a public IPv4 or IPv6 for external access. [Elektroda, makosuu, post #17131268]
My router shows a public IPv4. Why do inbound connections still fail?
Operators can still block inbound traffic upstream. “There is no such thing as a port forwarding block,” but an operator firewall can cut off outside‑initiated traffic. In that case, only traffic initiated by you goes out and returns. [Elektroda, jarek7714, post #17133025]
With Plus public IP service, are all ports opened for inbound access?
Yes. When you add the Plus public IP service, inbound TCP and UDP ports 1–65535 are open. You then control exposure using your router or server firewall. This enables typical services like CCTV, NAS, or game servers. [Elektroda, jarek7714, post #17132506]
How do I enable a public IP on Orange via the expert line?
Follow this quick process:
- Call the expert hotline at *900.
- Ask them to activate a public IP on your mobile internet line.
- If other lines (*100/chat) seem unaware, return to the expert line for completion.
[Elektroda, sebapulawy, post #17130041]
Which APN should I use in Orange for public IP or VPN access?
Ask Orange support to enable the APN "vpn" for public addressing. Some users received dynamic public IP or an APN VPN after justifying need to Customer Service (BOK). Confirm availability and any fees for your plan. [Elektroda, matek451, post #17129612]
Are there MVNOs on Plus that offer public IP options?
Yes. A user highlighted Otvarta’s offer on the Plus network that includes public addressing. Review the MVNO’s current terms and confirm public IPv4 availability and fees before switching. [Elektroda, jarek7714, post #17132506]
Was Orange public IPv4 ever free, and is it still honored?
Some users report having public IP enabled for free in the past. Those legacy activations can still work, but newer contracts may require fees or are limited by CGNAT. Check your account’s current terms. [Elektroda, jarek7714, post #17132506]
Do Play or Aero2 provide public IPv4 for inbound access?
Reports indicate Play previously offered public IPv4 on certain Internet services, and Aero2 once assigned public IPs. Availability changes by plan and time, so confirm before relying on it. [Elektroda, jarek7714, post #17132506]
What should I tell Orange support to justify a public IP request?
Explain your need for inbound access (e.g., CCTV, remote server). Ask for a dynamic public IP or APN "vpn" as appropriate. Contact BOK and be prepared to justify the requirement for external access. [Elektroda, matek451, post #17129612]