HK: Unregistered Prepaid SIM Cards Deactivated after Feb. 23

HK: Unregistered Prepaid SIM Cards Deactivated after February 23

The Hongkong government said on December 16 that all pre-paid SIM cards (PPS cards) not having completed real-name registration before February 23, 2023, cannot be used after the deadline.

It likewise called upon users who have not yet completed real-name registration should register as soon as possible. It urged the general public to remind and assist their family members and friends, particularly the elderly currently using PPS cards to complete real-name registration before the deadline to avoid disrupting their telephone services.

Public members can complete real-name registration through websites or mobile applications of their telecommunications service providers.

The Government and telecommunications service providers have also rolled out various support measures.

Users in need of SIM cards can bring along their Hong Kong identity cards, relevant PPS cards and mobile phones capable of receiving SMS notifications to visit retail outlets of the respective telecommunications service providers and the service counters set up at 18 designated post offices for assistance.

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Aside from this, the existing mobile support stations set up by the Government at 25 MTR stations will also provide inquiry service on real-name registration for SIM cards starting from December 17 until January 7, 2023, to assist those in need to complete real-name registration as early as possible in accordance with the statutory requirements.

Mobile support stations are open from 9 am to 6 pm daily.

For more information regarding the Real-name Registration Programme for SIM cards, please visit the thematic webpage (www.ofca.gov.hk/simreg) or call the Office of the Communications Authority’s hotline (2961 6699).

Source: HK News

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