Introduction
- Effective date: July 1, 2024
- Aim: To prevent fraudulent mobile number porting through SIM swap or replacement.
Key Features
- Additional criterion for rejecting Unique Porting Code (UPC) requests
- UPC will not be allocated if request is made before 7 days from SIM swap or replacement date.
- Enhance security of mobile number porting
- Prevent fraudulent activities
- Protect subscribers from unauthorized porting requests.
- More secure mobile number porting process
- Reduced risk of SIM swap fraud
- Better protection for subscribers’ sensitive information
Compliance
- Telecom service providers must comply with new regulations
- Regulator’s commitment to ensuring security and integrity of telecom ecosystem