What is Real-Name Registration Programme?
The Telecommunications (Registration of SIM Cards) Regulation (the “Regulation”) effected on 23rd 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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