REAL-NAME REGISTRATION PROGRAMME OF HONG KONG MOBILE SIM CARDS REGISTRATION

What is Real-Name Registration Programme?

The Telecommunications (Registration of SIM Cards) Regulation (the “Regulation”) effected on 23^rd February 2023. The Regulation requires that, users should complete real-name register with their telecommunications service providers.

What happens if you fail to register?

If you fail to complete Real-Name Registration, then your mobile phone is unable to use. As all telephone SIM card require real-name registration before activation.

Last but not the least, if your mobile phone is not real-name registered. Then your e-banking service will be suspended.

What information you have to provide to arrange SIM cards registration?

Individual Customers: Hong Kong Identity Card / Passport, Name in both Chinese (if applicable) and English.

Corporate Customers: Company Name, Responsible Person’s in both Chinese (if applicable) and English, Date of birth, Identification Document and Business Registration Certification.

For further information, please contact us.

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