In today’s world, sometimes you need to get your message across without starting a full phone conversation. Maybe the person is busy, or you just don’t want to disturb them. It’s very easy to send a voicemail without calling with modern apps.
Why Leave a Voicemail Without Calling?
Leaving a voicemail directly has many advantages:
- You don’t risk interrupting someone.
- Perfect for when you’re nervous about talking live.
- Great for sending reminders or quick updates.
- Saves time for both you and the receiver.
5 Methods of Voicemail Without Calling
1. Using Voicemail Apps or Services
One of the easiest ways to send a voicemail without calling is by using apps designed for this purpose. Popular options include:
✅ Slydial (US-based)

- Call 267-SLY-DIAL (267-759-3425) from your phone.
- Enter the recipient’s number when prompted.
- Your call will skip their phone and go straight to their voicemail.
✅ Visual Voicemail (Available on many smartphones)
- Record a voicemail and send it directly, like sending a text or email.
- Some carriers offer built-in options for this feature.
These tools make it possible to leave voicemail without calling or waiting for someone to answer.
2. Using Your Carrier’s Features
Some mobile carriers provide features that let you send a voicemail without calling the recipient:

- Voicemail drop: This allows you to drop a voicemail directly to another person’s inbox.
- Call forwarding to voicemail: You can set up forwarding so that your call goes straight to voicemail by default.
Contact your carrier’s customer support to check if this option is available for your plan.
3. Secret Tricks Straight to Voicemail
If you want your call to go straight to voicemail on purpose (for someone else), there are a few tricks:
- Turn on Aeroplane Mode before calling: On some phones, this will send the call directly to voicemail.
- Block your number temporarily: Dial #31# before their number. Sometimes the call routes to voicemail, depending on the person’s settings.
- Call during Do Not Disturb hours: If the person has “Do Not Disturb” active, your call will usually go straight to voicemail.
4. Sending Voicemail as Audio Messages

Another modern way to leave voicemail without calling is by sending voice messages via:
- iMessage
- Messenger
While technically not a voicemail in the traditional sense, it works the same way—your recipient listens when they are free, and you don’t need to call.