PTA strengthens SIM security measures to prevent illegal SIM issuance

ISLAMABAD, (APP - UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 24th May, 2026) The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has enhanced the SIM disowning period from 60 days to 365 days as part of its continued efforts to strengthen safeguards against illegal SIM issuance and unauthorized registrations.

Citizens are strongly advised to exercise utmost caution while providing biometric verification for the issuance of SIMs, as any newly activated SIM can now only be disowned after one year of activation.

To ensure transparency and protect personal identity, the public is encouraged to regularly verify the number of SIMs registered against their CNIC by visiting cnic.

sims.pk or by sending their CNIC number (without dashes) via SMS to 668.

In case of any unauthorized or suspicious SIM registration, individuals should immediately report the matter to their respective mobile operators.

PTA urges all citizens to remain vigilant and ensure that only personally used SIMs are registered against their CNIC.