---
title: "Unlock a single Virtual Reference Number"
method: PUT
path: "/virtual_reference_numbers/{uid}/unlock"
tags: ["Virtual Reference Numbers"]
---

# Unlock a single Virtual Reference Number

`PUT /virtual_reference_numbers/{uid}/unlock`

Unlocks a previously locked Virtual Reference Number, restoring its ability to receive payments and participate in reconciliation workflows.

## Response `200`

The locked Virtual Reference Number resource is returned

- Schema — unresolved $ref

## Other responses

- `404` — The Virtual Reference Number is not found
- `422` — The Virtual Reference Number could not be unlocked

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