SIM activation, transfer policy revised in Pakistan
Key takeaways
- According to officials, the move is aimed at strengthening regulatory oversight, enhancing security measures, and preventing the unauthorized registration and misuse of SIM cards.
- The policy revision comes after social media reports claimed that under the updated framework, newly activated SIMs cannot be deactivated or transferred to another individual for one year.
- Confirming the development, the PTA said newly issued SIM cards will now be subject to stricter controls during the first year following activation.
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Add ARY News on Google AAResize LAHORE: The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) on Friday revised its SIM activation and deactivation policy, extending the restriction period for newly issued SIM cards from 60 days to 365 days in an effort to curb identity theft and the illegal issuance of mobile connections.
According to officials, the move is aimed at strengthening regulatory oversight, enhancing security measures, and preventing the unauthorized registration and misuse of SIM cards.
The policy revision comes after social media reports claimed that under the updated framework, newly activated SIMs cannot be deactivated or transferred to another individual for one year.