Pokemon Go Remote Trading: Trade Anywhere with Friends

ByEva Roberts December 9, 2025December 9, 2025

Pokemon Go now lets you trade Pokemon remotely with Forever Friends—but there’s a catch. Learn how remote trading works, what Pokemon can’t be traded, and when it’s rolling out worldwide.

Pokemon Go players have been waiting years for this: remote trading is finally here, letting you swap Pokemon with friends no matter where you are. The feature started rolling out on December 8, 2025, beginning in New Zealand, with the rest of the world to follow soon.

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How Remote Trading Works in Pokemon Go

Remote trading unlocks once you and your friend reach Forever Friends status—the level above Best Friends. Here’s the simple process:

Both create a wishlist of up to 3 Pokemon you’d like to receive.
Pick one Pokemon from each other’s wishlist to offer.
Review the trade details and confirm—or back out if needed.

You can only have one active Remote Trade per Forever Friend at a time, but earning more friendship points through interactions unlocks additional slots. Niantic is also bumping the max friends list from 450 to 650 over the coming weeks.

Pokemon Go Remote Trading Limitations

Not every Pokemon is eligible for remote trades. These can’t be included:

Pokemon caught in the last 30 days
Previously traded Pokemon
Shadow Pokemon
Mythical Pokemon
Pokemon defending Gyms or Power Spots
Your current buddy Pokemon
Actively Mega-Evolved Pokemon
Fused Pokemon
Crowned Sword Zacian and Crowned Shield Zamazenta
Pokemon at Pokemon Playgrounds

Tip: Build your Forever Friend relationships early by exchanging gifts daily and raiding together—it’s the key to unlocking remote trades without travel hassles.

Why Remote Trading Matters for Your Pokedex

Regional exclusives and rare spawns have always made completing the Pokedex tough for players who can’t globe-trot. Remote trading fixes that for close friends, making it easier to fill gaps without meeting up. Just plan ahead to hit Forever Friends and avoid those restricted Pokemon.

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