How do I cancel Dish Network?

You can cancel Dish Network via phone. Steps: Call Dish Network's customer service to initiate the cancellation process. The dedicated number for considering cancellation is 866-974-1695. Follow the instructions of the customer service representative to cancel your service. After cancellation, you will receive a box and a prepaid shipping label to return your leased equipment. Pack all applicable equipment, including receivers and remotes, into the provided box. Attach the prepaid shipping label to the box and drop it off at a local UPS location. Ensure the equipment is returned promptly to avoid non-returned equipment fees.

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How to Cancel Dish Network

Last verified: 2026-03-19

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support.dish.com/cancel-my-service

2026-03-19

Summary

You can cancel Dish Network via phone. If you have cancelled your service and a charge for non-returned equipment was placed on your account, a credit will be issued to your account within seven business days of DISH receiving and processing your returned equipment.. Cancellation fee: If you are under a 2-year commitment, an early termination fee of $20 per month for each remaining month applies if you cancel early.. Steps: Call Dish Network's customer service to initiate the cancellation process. The dedicated number for considering cancellation is 866-974-1695.. Follow the instructions of the customer service representative to cancel your service..

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Refund Eligibility

If you have cancelled your service and a charge for non-returned equipment was placed on your account, a credit will be issued to your account within seven business days of DISH receiving and processing your returned equipment.

Cancellation Fee

If you are under a 2-year commitment, an early termination fee of $20 per month for each remaining month applies if you cancel early.

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How to Cancel — Step by Step

1Call Dish Network's customer service to initiate the cancellation process. The dedicated number for considering cancellation is 866-974-1695.
2Follow the instructions of the customer service representative to cancel your service.
3After cancellation, you will receive a box and a prepaid shipping label to return your leased equipment.
4Pack all applicable equipment, including receivers and remotes, into the provided box.
5Attach the prepaid shipping label to the box and drop it off at a local UPS location.
6Ensure the equipment is returned promptly to avoid non-returned equipment fees.

Additional Notes

Dish Network encourages customers to consider alternatives to cancellation, such as pausing your service by calling 866-974-1695, or lowering your bill by calling 866-974-3285.
If you do not return your equipment, you will be charged non-returned equipment fees.
Dish provides an option to move your service to a new address for free, which can be arranged by calling 877-258-7599.