How to Register Your SIM Card in the Philippines (2026 Guide)
Paano I-register ang Iyong SIM Card sa Pilipinas (2026 Gabay)
Quick Summary
Mabilis na Buod
Table of Contents
Talaan ng Nilalaman
What is the SIM Registration Act?
Ano ang SIM Registration Act?
The SIM Registration Act (Republic Act No. 11934) was signed into law in 2022 and requires all mobile phone users in the Philippines to register their SIM cards — both prepaid and postpaid. The law was enacted to help law enforcement combat crimes committed using anonymous SIM cards, including text scams, online fraud, and terrorism threats.
Under this law, all SIM cards must be registered with the subscriber's real name, address, and a valid government-issued ID. New SIM cards purchased after the law took effect must be registered within a specified period before they can be fully activated. Existing SIM cards that were not registered during the initial registration period have been deactivated.
Key points of RA 11934:
- Applies to all networks — Globe, Smart, TNT, DITO, Sun Cellular, and any MVNO
- Both prepaid and postpaid SIMs must be registered
- Each person can register up to 10 SIM cards under their name
- Registration is free — no fees from the network
- Unregistered SIMs are deactivated — if you buy a new SIM, you must register it within a set number of days
- Providing false information during registration is punishable by law
Ang SIM Registration Act (Republic Act No. 11934) ay nilagdaan bilang batas noong 2022 at nangangailangan na lahat ng gumagamit ng mobile phone sa Pilipinas ay mag-register ng kanilang SIM cards — parehong prepaid at postpaid. Ang batas ay ipinatupad upang tulungan ang law enforcement na labanan ang mga krimeng ginagawa gamit ang anonymous na SIM cards, kabilang ang text scams, online fraud, at threats ng terorismo.
Sa ilalim ng batas na ito, lahat ng SIM cards ay kailangang ma-register gamit ang totoong pangalan, address, at valid na government-issued ID ng subscriber. Ang mga bagong SIM cards na binili pagkatapos maging epektibo ang batas ay kailangang ma-register sa loob ng takdang panahon bago sila ganap na ma-activate. Ang mga existing na SIM cards na hindi na-register sa loob ng unang registration period ay na-deactivate na.
Mga pangunahing punto ng RA 11934:
- Naaangkop sa lahat ng network — Globe, Smart, TNT, DITO, Sun Cellular, at anumang MVNO
- Parehong prepaid at postpaid SIMs ay kailangang ma-register
- Bawat tao ay pwedeng mag-register ng hanggang 10 SIM cards sa kanilang pangalan
- Ang registration ay libre — walang bayarin mula sa network
- Ang mga hindi na-register na SIM ay dine-deactivate — kung bibili ka ng bagong SIM, kailangan mo itong i-register sa loob ng takdang bilang ng araw
- Ang pagbibigay ng maling impormasyon sa registration ay may kaparusahan ayon sa batas
What You Need Before Registering
- Active SIM card — The SIM you want to register must be inserted in a phone and able to receive texts
- Smartphone or computer — For accessing the registration portal (smartphone with camera preferred for selfie step)
- Valid government-issued ID — Must have your photo, full name, date of birth, and address. Accepted IDs include:
- Philippine National ID (PhilSys ID)
- Passport
- Driver's License
- UMID
- SSS ID
- Voter's ID
- PhilHealth ID
- Postal ID
- PRC ID
- Senior Citizen ID
- Clear photo/scan of your ID — Front and back, well-lit, no glare or blur
- Selfie capability — The portal will ask for a selfie to match your ID photo
Mga Kakailanganin Mo Bago Mag-register
- Active na SIM card — Ang SIM na gusto mong i-register ay dapat nakalagay sa phone at kayang tumanggap ng mga text
- Smartphone o computer — Para sa pag-access ng registration portal (mas mainam na smartphone na may camera para sa selfie step)
- Valid na government-issued ID — Dapat may litrato, buong pangalan, petsa ng kapanganakan, at address. Mga tinatanggap na ID:
- Philippine National ID (PhilSys ID)
- Passport
- Driver's License
- UMID
- SSS ID
- Voter's ID
- PhilHealth ID
- Postal ID
- PRC ID
- Senior Citizen ID
- Malinaw na litrato/scan ng ID mo — Harap at likod, maliwanag, walang glare o blur
- Kakayahang kumuha ng selfie — Hihingi ang portal ng selfie para itugma sa litrato ng ID mo
Registration Portals by Network
Mga Registration Portal Ayon sa Network
Each network has its own dedicated registration portal. Make sure you use the correct one for your SIM:
- Globe / TM: new.globe.com.ph/sim-registration
- Smart / TNT / Sun: simreg.smart.com.ph
- DITO: dito.ph/sim-registration
You can also register through the official network apps (Globe One, My Smart, DITO app) which have built-in SIM registration features. Some networks also offer in-store registration at their physical outlets if you prefer face-to-face assistance.
Bawat network ay may sariling dedicated na registration portal. Siguraduhing tama ang gagamitin mo para sa SIM mo:
- Globe / TM: new.globe.com.ph/sim-registration
- Smart / TNT / Sun: simreg.smart.com.ph
- DITO: dito.ph/sim-registration
Pwede ka ring mag-register sa pamamagitan ng mga opisyal na network apps (Globe One, My Smart, DITO app) na may built-in na SIM registration features. May mga network din na nag-o-offer ng in-store registration sa kanilang physical outlets kung mas gusto mong may tumutulong nang personal.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Mga Hakbang-Hakbang na Instruksyon
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Prepare Your Valid ID
Before starting, make sure your government-issued ID is ready. The ID must be original, valid (not expired), and in good condition. Take a clear photo of both the front and back of your ID in advance — the image should be well-lit, in focus, and all text must be readable. Avoid glare from the ID's lamination.
If your ID does not have your current address, you may need a supporting document such as a utility bill or barangay certificate. However, most networks accept the address on your valid ID as-is.
Tip: The Philippine National ID (PhilSys ID) is the most universally accepted ID for SIM registration. If you have one, use it for the smoothest experience.
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Go to Your Network's Registration Portal
Open your phone's browser (Chrome, Safari, etc.) and navigate to the registration portal for your network:
- Globe/TM: new.globe.com.ph/sim-registration
- Smart/TNT/Sun: simreg.smart.com.ph
- DITO: dito.ph/sim-registration
Alternatively, you can use the network's official app. Look for the SIM registration banner or section, usually on the home screen or under your account settings.
Important: Only use the official portals listed above. Beware of fake registration websites that may steal your personal information. The official URLs are always on the network's main domain.
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Enter Your SIM and Personal Details
The portal will ask you to enter the following information:
- Mobile number — Your 11-digit number (e.g., 09XX-XXX-XXXX)
- Full name — First name, middle name, and last name (must match your ID exactly)
- Date of birth
- Gender
- Complete address — House number, street, barangay, city/municipality, province, and zip code
- Type of ID — Select from the dropdown (e.g., National ID, Passport, Driver's License)
- ID number
You'll receive an OTP (One-Time Password) via SMS to verify that you have access to the SIM being registered. Enter the OTP to proceed.
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Ihanda ang Iyong Valid ID
Bago magsimula, siguraduhing handa na ang government-issued ID mo. Ang ID ay dapat original, valid (hindi expired), at nasa magandang kondisyon. Kumuha ng malinaw na litrato ng harap at likod ng ID mo nang maaga — ang larawan ay dapat maliwanag, naka-focus, at nababasa ang lahat ng text. Iwasan ang glare mula sa lamination ng ID.
Kung ang ID mo ay wala ng kasalukuyang address mo, maaaring kailangan mo ng supporting document tulad ng utility bill o barangay certificate. Gayunpaman, karamihan ng mga network ay tinatanggap ang address sa valid ID mo.
Tip: Ang Philippine National ID (PhilSys ID) ang pinakamalawak na tinatanggap na ID para sa SIM registration. Kung meron ka, gamitin ito para sa pinakamaayos na karanasan.
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Pumunta sa Registration Portal ng Iyong Network
Buksan ang browser ng phone mo (Chrome, Safari, atbp.) at pumunta sa registration portal ng network mo:
- Globe/TM: new.globe.com.ph/sim-registration
- Smart/TNT/Sun: simreg.smart.com.ph
- DITO: dito.ph/sim-registration
Bilang alternatibo, pwede mong gamitin ang opisyal na app ng network. Hanapin ang SIM registration banner o section, karaniwang nasa home screen o sa ilalim ng account settings mo.
Mahalaga: Gamitin lang ang mga opisyal na portal na nakalista sa itaas. Mag-ingat sa mga pekeng registration websites na maaaring magnakaw ng personal na impormasyon mo. Ang mga opisyal na URL ay palaging nasa pangunahing domain ng network.
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Ilagay ang Iyong SIM at Personal na Detalye
Hihingi ang portal ng mga sumusunod na impormasyon:
- Mobile number — Ang 11-digit number mo (hal., 09XX-XXX-XXXX)
- Buong pangalan — First name, middle name, at last name (dapat tugma sa ID mo)
- Petsa ng kapanganakan
- Kasarian
- Kumpletong address — House number, street, barangay, city/municipality, probinsya, at zip code
- Uri ng ID — Piliin mula sa dropdown (hal., National ID, Passport, Driver's License)
- ID number
Makakatanggap ka ng OTP (One-Time Password) sa SMS para ma-verify na may access ka sa SIM na nire-register. Ilagay ang OTP para magpatuloy.
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Upload Your ID Photo
Next, you'll need to upload a clear photo of your valid government ID. The portal will ask for:
- Front of ID — Make sure the photo, name, ID number, and other details are clearly visible
- Back of ID — Required for most IDs (some like the passport only need the data page)
If you're using a smartphone, you can take the photo directly using your camera. If you're on a computer, you'll need to upload a previously saved image file. Accepted formats are usually JPG, PNG, or PDF, with a maximum file size of 5MB.
Common issues: Blurry photos, glare on laminated IDs, or cut-off edges. If your upload is rejected, try taking the photo in natural light without flash, on a dark background, and make sure all four corners of the ID are visible.
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Take and Submit Your Selfie
The portal will activate your front camera and ask you to take a selfie. This is used to match your face against the photo on your ID. Some portals also include a liveness check — they may ask you to blink, turn your head, or smile to confirm you're a real person and not using a printed photo.
Tips for a successful selfie:
- Remove hats, sunglasses, and face masks
- Ensure good lighting — face a window or light source
- Hold the phone at eye level and look directly at the camera
- Keep a neutral expression unless asked otherwise
- Match your appearance to your ID photo as closely as possible
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Review and Submit Your Registration
Before finalizing, the portal will show a summary of your registration details. Review everything carefully:
- Is your name spelled correctly and matching your ID?
- Is the mobile number correct?
- Is your address complete?
- Is the ID photo clear and readable?
If everything looks good, tap "Submit" or "Register". You'll see a confirmation page with a reference number — screenshot this for your records.
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Wait for Confirmation
After submission, the network will verify your registration. Processing times vary:
- Globe/TM: Usually confirmed within 24 hours, sometimes instant
- Smart/TNT: Typically processed within 24-48 hours
- DITO: Usually confirmed within 24 hours
You'll receive an SMS confirmation once your registration is approved. If your registration is rejected (usually due to unclear ID photos or mismatched information), you'll receive instructions on how to re-submit.
How to check your registration status:
- Globe: Visit the registration portal and enter your number
- Smart: Text SIM STATUS to 5858
- DITO: Check in the DITO app under account settings
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I-upload ang Litrato ng ID Mo
Susunod, kailangan mong i-upload ang malinaw na litrato ng valid government ID mo. Hihingi ang portal ng:
- Harap ng ID — Siguraduhing malinaw na nakikita ang litrato, pangalan, ID number, at iba pang detalye
- Likod ng ID — Kinakailangan para sa karamihan ng mga ID (ang ilan tulad ng passport ay kailangan lang ng data page)
Kung gumagamit ka ng smartphone, pwede mong kunin ang litrato direkta gamit ang camera mo. Kung nasa computer ka, kailangan mong mag-upload ng dating na-save na image file. Ang mga tinatanggap na format ay karaniwang JPG, PNG, o PDF, na may maximum file size na 5MB.
Karaniwang problema: Malabo na mga litrato, glare sa laminated na IDs, o naka-cut-off ang mga gilid. Kung na-reject ang upload mo, subukang kumuha ng litrato sa natural na ilaw nang walang flash, sa madilim na background, at siguraduhing nakikita ang lahat ng apat na sulok ng ID.
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Kumuha at I-submit ang Iyong Selfie
I-aactivate ng portal ang front camera mo at hihilingin kang kumuha ng selfie. Ginagamit ito para itugma ang mukha mo sa litrato sa ID mo. May ilang portal na may liveness check din — maaaring hilingin nilang mag-blink, umiling, o ngumiti ka para makumpirma na totoong tao ka at hindi gumagamit ng naka-print na litrato.
Mga tip para sa matagumpay na selfie:
- Alisin ang sombrero, sunglasses, at face masks
- Siguraduhing maganda ang ilaw — humarap sa bintana o light source
- Hawakan ang phone sa eye level at tumingin direkta sa camera
- Manatiling neutral ang ekspresyon maliban kung hiningi na ibang ekspresyon
- Itugma ang hitsura mo sa litrato ng ID mo hangga't maaari
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I-review at I-submit ang Registration Mo
Bago i-finalize, magpapakita ang portal ng buod ng mga detalye ng registration mo. Suriin ang lahat nang maigi:
- Tama ba ang spelling ng pangalan mo at tugma ba sa ID mo?
- Tama ba ang mobile number?
- Kumpleto ba ang address mo?
- Malinaw ba at nababasa ang litrato ng ID?
Kung maayos ang lahat, i-tap ang "Submit" o "Register". Makakakita ka ng confirmation page na may reference number — i-screenshot ito para sa records mo.
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Hintayin ang Confirmation
Pagkatapos ng submission, ive-verify ng network ang registration mo. Iba-iba ang processing times:
- Globe/TM: Karaniwang nako-confirm sa loob ng 24 oras, minsan instant
- Smart/TNT: Karaniwang napoproseso sa loob ng 24-48 oras
- DITO: Karaniwang nako-confirm sa loob ng 24 oras
Makakatanggap ka ng SMS confirmation kapag na-approve ang registration mo. Kung na-reject ang registration mo (karaniwang dahil sa malabong litrato ng ID o hindi magkatugmang impormasyon), makakatanggap ka ng mga instruksyon kung paano mag-re-submit.
Paano i-check ang registration status mo:
- Globe: Bisitahin ang registration portal at ilagay ang number mo
- Smart: I-text ang SIM STATUS sa 5858
- DITO: I-check sa DITO app sa ilalim ng account settings
For Foreign Nationals
Para sa mga Dayuhang Mamamayan
Foreign nationals visiting or residing in the Philippines are also required to register their SIM cards. The process is the same, but the accepted IDs differ:
- Passport — The most commonly accepted ID for foreigners
- Alien Certificate of Registration (ACR) — For foreign residents
- Special Resident Retiree's Visa (SRRV) — For retirees living in the Philippines
Foreign tourists can register using their passport. The registration portal will have an option to select "Foreign National" as your nationality. Some networks require you to register in-store with physical ID verification if you're a foreign national, so check with the specific network's guidelines.
Ang mga dayuhang mamamayan na bumibisita o naninirahan sa Pilipinas ay kailangan ding mag-register ng kanilang SIM cards. Pareho ang proseso, pero magkaiba ang mga tinatanggap na ID:
- Passport — Ang pinakakaraniwang tinatanggap na ID para sa mga dayuhan
- Alien Certificate of Registration (ACR) — Para sa mga foreign residents
- Special Resident Retiree's Visa (SRRV) — Para sa mga retiree na naninirahan sa Pilipinas
Ang mga foreign tourists ay pwedeng mag-register gamit ang kanilang passport. Magkakaroon ng option sa registration portal na piliin ang "Foreign National" bilang nationality mo. Ang ilang network ay nangangailangan na mag-register ka in-store na may physical ID verification kung dayuhang mamamayan ka, kaya i-check ang mga guidelines ng partikular na network.
Pro Tips
Mga Payo
- Use the Philippine National ID (PhilSys) if available — it's accepted by all networks and has the fastest verification time.
- Take ID photos in natural light against a dark, solid-color background. Avoid flash, which causes glare on laminated IDs.
- Complete registration on your smartphone rather than a computer — the selfie and camera steps are smoother on mobile.
- Screenshot your reference number after submission — you'll need it if you have to follow up on your registration status.
- Register new SIMs immediately after purchase — don't wait, as the registration window is limited and your SIM may be deactivated if you miss it.
- If your registration keeps getting rejected, try visiting a physical store of your network. Staff can help troubleshoot ID photo issues and complete registration on-site.
- Gamitin ang Philippine National ID (PhilSys) kung available — tinatanggap ito ng lahat ng networks at may pinakamabilis na verification time.
- Kumuha ng litrato ng ID sa natural na ilaw sa madilim at solid-color na background. Iwasan ang flash, na nagdudulot ng glare sa laminated na IDs.
- Kumpletuhin ang registration sa smartphone mo imbes na sa computer — mas maayos ang mga selfie at camera steps sa mobile.
- I-screenshot ang reference number mo pagkatapos mag-submit — kakailanganin mo ito kung kailangan mong mag-follow up sa registration status mo.
- I-register ang mga bagong SIM kaagad pagkatapos bumili — huwag maghintay, dahil limitado ang registration window at maaaring ma-deactivate ang SIM mo kung nalagpasan mo ito.
- Kung paulit-ulit na nare-reject ang registration mo, subukang pumunta sa physical store ng network mo. Makakatulong ang staff sa pag-troubleshoot ng mga problema sa litrato ng ID at pagkumpleto ng registration on-site.
Frequently Asked Questions
Mga Madalas Itanong
What happens if I don't register my SIM?
Under RA 11934, unregistered SIM cards are deactivated by the network. This means you will lose your mobile number, all remaining load and promo credits, and the ability to make calls, send texts, or use data. If your SIM was deactivated due to non-registration, you'll need to purchase a new SIM and register it from scratch. There is no way to reactivate a deactivated unregistered SIM. Always register promptly when you get a new SIM.
Ano ang mangyayari kung hindi ko ire-register ang SIM ko?
Sa ilalim ng RA 11934, ang mga hindi na-register na SIM cards ay dine-deactivate ng network. Ibig sabihin nito ay mawawala sa iyo ang mobile number mo, lahat ng natitirang load at promo credits, at ang kakayahang tumawag, mag-text, o gumamit ng data. Kung na-deactivate ang SIM mo dahil sa hindi pag-register, kailangan mong bumili ng bagong SIM at mag-register mula sa simula. Walang paraan para mag-reactivate ng deactivated na unregistered SIM. Palaging agad na mag-register kapag nakakuha ka ng bagong SIM.
Which IDs are accepted for SIM registration?
The following government-issued IDs are accepted by most networks:
- Philippine National ID (PhilSys ID) — most widely accepted
- Passport (Philippine or foreign)
- Driver's License
- UMID (Unified Multi-Purpose ID)
- SSS ID
- Voter's ID / Voter's Certificate
- PhilHealth ID
- Postal ID
- PRC ID (Professional Regulation Commission)
- Senior Citizen ID
- PWD ID
- OFW ID
- School ID (for minors, with parent/guardian co-registration)
The ID must have your photo, full name, and date of birth. Expired IDs are generally not accepted. If you're unsure, check your specific network's registration portal for the most current list.
Aling mga ID ang tinatanggap para sa SIM registration?
Ang mga sumusunod na government-issued IDs ay tinatanggap ng karamihan ng mga network:
- Philippine National ID (PhilSys ID) — pinakamalawak na tinatanggap
- Passport (Pilipino o dayuhan)
- Driver's License
- UMID (Unified Multi-Purpose ID)
- SSS ID
- Voter's ID / Voter's Certificate
- PhilHealth ID
- Postal ID
- PRC ID (Professional Regulation Commission)
- Senior Citizen ID
- PWD ID
- OFW ID
- School ID (para sa mga menor de edad, na may co-registration ng magulang/guardian)
Ang ID ay dapat may litrato, buong pangalan, at petsa ng kapanganakan mo. Ang mga expired na ID ay karaniwang hindi tinatanggap. Kung hindi ka sigurado, i-check ang registration portal ng specific na network mo para sa pinakabagong listahan.
Can I register multiple SIM cards under my name?
Yes, you can register up to 10 SIM cards under your name across all networks combined. This includes both prepaid and postpaid SIMs. If you have SIM cards from multiple networks (e.g., Globe and Smart), each one must be registered through its respective network's portal. Corporate or business accounts may have different limits — check with your network provider.
Pwede ba akong mag-register ng maraming SIM cards sa pangalan ko?
Oo, pwede kang mag-register ng hanggang 10 SIM cards sa pangalan mo sa lahat ng networks na pinagsama. Kasama dito ang parehong prepaid at postpaid SIMs. Kung may SIM cards ka mula sa iba't ibang network (hal., Globe at Smart), ang bawat isa ay kailangan mong i-register sa portal ng kanya-kanyang network. Ang mga corporate o business accounts ay maaaring may ibang mga limitasyon — i-check sa iyong network provider.
How to check if my SIM is already registered?
Here's how to check your registration status by network:
- Globe/TM: Visit new.globe.com.ph/sim-registration and enter your number. It will show your registration status. You can also check in the Globe One app under your profile.
- Smart/TNT: Text SIM STATUS to 5858. You'll receive a reply confirming whether your SIM is registered. Alternatively, check in the My Smart app.
- DITO: Open the DITO app and look under your account or profile settings. Your registration status will be displayed there.
If your SIM is active and you can make calls and use data, it is most likely already registered. Unregistered SIMs would have been deactivated by now.
Paano ko i-check kung naka-register na ang SIM ko?
Ganito i-check ang registration status mo ayon sa network:
- Globe/TM: Bisitahin ang new.globe.com.ph/sim-registration at ilagay ang number mo. Ipapakita nito ang registration status mo. Pwede mo ring i-check sa Globe One app sa ilalim ng profile mo.
- Smart/TNT: I-text ang SIM STATUS sa 5858. Makakatanggap ka ng reply na nagko-confirm kung naka-register ang SIM mo. Bilang alternatibo, i-check sa My Smart app.
- DITO: Buksan ang DITO app at tingnan sa ilalim ng account o profile settings mo. Nakadisplay doon ang registration status mo.
Kung active ang SIM mo at nakakatawag at nakakagamit ng data, malamang naka-register na ito. Ang mga hindi na-register na SIM ay na-deactivate na sa ngayon.