Filipinos told to register SIM card after Christmas

The National Telecommunications Commission advises the public to register their mobile cards early once registration starts on Dec 27. - PDI

MANILA (Philippine Daily Inquirer/Asia News Network): The National Telecommunications Commission (NTC) on Wednesday (Dec 14) reminded the public to prepare for the registration of their subscriber identity module (SIM) cards starting two days after Christmas, saying that this will be done online to protect their privacy.

NTC consultant Edgardo Cabarios said that while the law does not impose a limit on the number of SIM cards one may register, the owners should be mindful about any unauthorised use.