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April 6, 2026

Long-term Customer Stuck in Communication "Loop": Language Barrier & Contract Renewal

Hello NOS Community,

I am writing this here as a last resort. I have been a loyal NOS customer since 2022, currently using a full package including Fiber Internet, TV, and 4 mobile lines.

While I have generally been happy with the service quality, I am facing a significant issue regarding my upcoming contract renewal (my loyalty period ends this June):

1. Price Discrepancy: Since 2022, my monthly bill has increased by over 80%. After comparing with current market offers, I’ve realized I am paying roughly 60% more than what other competitors are charging for similar services. I would like to stay with NOS, but I need a competitive offer to do so.

2. The Language Barrier "Dead Loop": I do not speak Portuguese. I have tried several times to resolve this:

  • I visited physical NOS stores with a Portuguese-speaking friend.

  • I had my friend call the helpline on my behalf. Each time, the staff logs my request and promises a callback. However, despite my friend explicitly telling them that I do not speak Portuguese, the specialized department always calls me back speaking only Portuguese.

When I cannot communicate on the phone, the case seems to be closed, and I am back to square one. This has become a "dead loop."

3. My Request: My loyalty period ends in June. I genuinely want to find a reason to stay with NOS, but I need a way to communicate.

  • Is there a way to speak with an English-speaking representative from the Retention/Loyalty department?

  • Can NOS accept my friend to handle the negotiation via phone while I am present to authorize it?

  • Or is there an email/written channel where we can discuss the new contract terms?

I hope a moderator here can help me break this cycle. Otherwise, it seems my only option will be to switch to another provider that can accommodate my communication needs.

21 Comentários

Megabyte
April 13, 2026

Hi, ​@João H. 

I’m happy to share that I finally received an English-speaking call from NOS today and have successfully completed the update of my new contract.

While the issue is now resolved, I must say that it is disappointing that such a simple matter was made so unnecessarily complicated. The overall experience was quite poor due to the communication barriers. However, I am glad we finally reached a solution.

Thank you for your support and for helping me navigate this process.

Best regards,