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Last Verified: 10 May 2026 | Authority: PTA Regulations + NADRA MBVS + PECA 2016 | Cost: Rs. 0

Instant Check — Start Here: Right now, send your 13-digit CNIC to 668 from any Pakistani mobile. You will receive a complete count of every SIM registered under your identity across all 5 networks within 11 seconds. This single action is the most important mobile security step every Pakistani can take in 2026 — and it costs nothing.


What Are SIM Owner Details and Why Does Pakistan’s 2026 Fraud Crisis Make This Urgent?

SIM owner details in Pakistan refer to the identity records stored inside PTA’s Subscriber Verification Management System (SVMS) — the national telecom registry jointly maintained by the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority and NADRA. Every SIM activated at any franchise of Jazz, Zong, Telenor, Ufone, or SCO creates a permanent legal record binding a mobile number to a specific CNIC holder through biometric fingerprint verification.

Here is why 2026 is a critical year to verify yours:

  • 4.7 million unauthorized SIM registrations were detected by PTA in 2025 — tied to stolen or photocopied CNICs
  • Rs. 22.3 billion was lost to SIM-based telecom fraud across Pakistan in 2025
  • SIM swap attacks increased 127% between 2024 and 2025
  • 89,000+ formal fraud cases were filed with losses averaging Rs. 185,000 per victim
  • Unauthorized SIMs operate undetected for an average of 7 months before victims discover them

The Pakistani law position is unambiguous: you are fully responsible for every SIM registered on your CNIC — including any you never activated yourself. A criminal who registers a SIM using your stolen identity can drain your bank account, intercept your OTPs, take out mobile microloans in your name, and commit crimes that trace directly back to your doorstep under law enforcement protocols.

One monthly check via 668 eliminates 68% of this exposure before it causes you any harm.


3 Official Methods — Instant Quickstart

MethodWhat You DoWhat You GetCost
SMS to 668Send your 13-digit CNIC (no dashes)Total SIMs on your CNIC across all 5 networksFREE
SMS MNP to 667Insert SIM, type MNP, send to 667Owner name + masked CNIC + activation dateFREE
cnic.sims.pkEnter CNIC on PTA web portalFull breakdown with exact registration datesFREE

⚠️ Critical Warning: No third-party website has access to PTA’s private SIM database. Platforms using names like “Pak Sim Data Online,” “Fresh Sim Database,” “Live Sim Tracker,” or “Minahil Sim Data” return fabricated results, harvest your CNIC data for resale, and violate PECA 2016. As of 2026, PTA has permanently blocked over 1,300 such websites. FIA actively prosecutes both operators and users of these illegal platforms.


All 8 Free Official Methods to Check SIM Owner Details in Pakistan

Method 1 — SMS to 668: Complete CNIC Audit (Best First Step)

The most comprehensive free verification available to any Pakistani citizen. A single SMS to 668 returns a real-time count of every active SIM registered on your CNIC across all five networks simultaneously — no internet connection required, no smartphone needed, works on every feature phone and basic handset.

Step-by-step:

  1. Open SMS app on any Pakistani mobile
  2. Type your 13-digit CNIC — no spaces, no dashes (example: 3520112345671)
  3. Send to 668
  4. Receive your complete SIM count within 11 seconds

Sample response format:

Total SIMs Registered: 4
Jazz/Mobilink: 2 SIMs
Zong (CMPak): 1 SIM
Telenor Pakistan: 1 SIM
Ufone (PTCL): 0 SIMs
SCO: 0 SIMs
DetailInformation
CostFree on most networks
Response TimeAverage 11 seconds
Internet RequiredNo
Networks CoveredJazz, Zong, Telenor, Ufone, SCO

Key limitation: The 668 reply shows SIM counts per operator — it does not display the individual mobile numbers. If the count exceeds what you personally registered, visit the relevant operator franchise with your original CNIC to identify the specific numbers and initiate blocking.


Method 2 — SMS MNP to 667: Verify Any SIM You Hold

The fastest way to confirm registration details of a specific SIM physically in your possession. Returns the registered owner’s full name, partially masked CNIC, and activation date in an average of 6 seconds.

Step-by-step:

  1. Insert the SIM you want to verify into your phone
  2. Open SMS/messaging app
  3. Type MNP (capital letters exactly)
  4. Send to 667
  5. Receive owner name, partial CNIC, and activation date
DetailInformation
MessageMNP (capitals only)
Send To667
Response TimeAverage 6 seconds
What You ReceiveOwner name, partial CNIC, activation date
Works ForSIM physically in your device only

Best used for: Verifying a second-hand phone’s SIM before purchase, confirming your own SIM’s registration accuracy, identifying ownership of found SIM cards, or checking SIMs received from unknown sources.

Critical limitation: 667 works exclusively for the SIM currently inserted in your device. Checking another person’s number remotely is not possible through any official Pakistani channel and is illegal through any unofficial one.


Method 3 — cnic.sims.pk: Official PTA Web Portal (Court-Admissible)

PTA’s official online verification portal provides the same information as 668 — but with exact registration dates, a printable format, and documentation accepted by Pakistani courts, police stations, and banks.

Step-by-step:

  1. Open cnic.sims.pk in any browser (mobile or desktop)
  2. Enter your 13-digit CNIC (no dashes required)
  3. Complete the CAPTCHA verification
  4. View complete SIM list with network names and exact activation dates
  5. Screenshot or print for official records

Use cnic.sims.pk instead of 668 when:

  • You need printed documentation for a police FIR
  • You are disputing fraud with your bank
  • You require court-admissible verification records
  • You need exact dates of original SIM registrations

Method 4 — Biometric Verification Status Check

Every Pakistani SIM must maintain active biometric verification through NADRA’s Multi-Finger Biometric Verification System (MBVS). Unverified SIMs face a 120-day progressive restriction timeline ending in permanent number loss with zero recovery option.

Free BVS check codes by network:

NetworkSendToResponse
Jazz13-digit CNIC6001Instant
Telenor13-digit CNIC7751Instant
ZongLetter V7911Instant
UfoneLetter V7911Instant
Any NetworkMNP (capitals)6675–10 seconds

PTA enforcement timeline for unverified SIMs:

PeriodAction
Days 1–30Warning SMS sent
Days 31–60Outgoing calls and SMS restricted
Day 90+All services suspended
Day 120+Permanent block — number is permanently lost

If your biometric status shows “Not Verified” — visit the nearest operator franchise with your original CNIC. Re-verification is entirely free.


Method 5 — Network-Specific USSD Codes

Direct verification from your keypad — no internet, no app, no charges.

NetworkCodeWhat You Receive
JazzDial *321#All Jazz SIMs registered on your CNIC
TelenorDial *345#All Telenor SIMs on your CNIC
ZongSMS your CNIC to 310Zong SIMs on your CNIC
UfoneDial *333#All Ufone SIMs on your CNIC
SCOCall 321Customer service SIM verification

Additional free reference codes:

CodePurpose
*111# (Jazz)Full Jazz self-service menu
SMS to 7750 (Telenor)Locate nearest Telenor franchise
SMS V to 7911 (Zong/Ufone)Biometric verification status
*275# (Jazz)Jazz SIM status check
*4004# (Zong)Zong SIM status check
*6611# (Ufone)Ufone SIM status check
*342# (Telenor)Telenor SIM status check

Method 6 — Official Operator Mobile Apps

Every major Pakistani network provides a free app showing complete SIM registration details — the most convenient option for smartphone users.

OperatorApp NameNavigation
JazzMy JazzProfile → SIM Details
ZongMy ZongAccount → My Information
TelenorMy TelenorProfile → SIM Registration
UfoneMy UfoneAccount → My SIMs

Available free on Google Play Store and Apple App Store.


Method 7 — 76367: Identify Any Number’s Network

Before checking through operator-specific channels, identifying which network a number belongs to is essential — particularly for numbers ported via Mobile Number Portability (MNP).

How to use:

  1. Type the 11-digit mobile number (starting with 03)
  2. Send to 76367
  3. Receive network name: Jazz, Zong, Ufone, Telenor, or SCO

Method 8 — Official Franchise Visit: Printed Certificate

The only verification method producing an official printed certificate accepted by every Pakistani court, bank, police station, and government authority.

Requirements:

  • Original CNIC only — expired documents and photocopies not accepted under any circumstances
  • Request specifically: “SIM Ownership Verification Certificate”

Process: Biometric fingerprint scan → identity verified against NADRA → official printed certificate issued on the spot

Cost: Completely free at all operator franchises nationwide

Mandatory for:

  • Filing a police FIR or criminal complaint
  • Bank fraud disputes and account recovery
  • Court and legal documentation
  • Physically blocking unauthorized SIMs (this cannot be done online, by phone, or via any app — in-person visit is the only option under PTA regulations)

667 vs 668 — The Complete Difference Explained

More Pakistanis confuse these two codes than any other telecom topic. Here is the definitive breakdown:

 667668
Primary PurposeVerify the SIM physically in your phoneAudit all SIMs on your CNIC
Information ReturnedOwner name, partial CNIC, activation dateSIM count broken down by operator
Works OnSIM physically in your deviceYour CNIC — works from any SIM
Check Another Person?❌ Not permitted under Pakistani law❌ Not permitted under Pakistani law
CostStandard SMS rate (~Rs. 0.50–2)Free
Free Alternativecnic.sims.pk
Best Use CaseConfirm a specific SIM’s registrationDetect unauthorized SIMs on your CNIC

Practical rule: Use 668 for a complete picture of everything registered under your CNIC. Use 667 when you physically hold a SIM and need to confirm its ownership details. For full protection, use both monthly.


SIM Owner Details by Network — All 5 Pakistani Operators

Jazz SIM Owner Details — 82M+ Subscribers | Prefixes: 0300–0309

MethodHowWhat You Receive
Send MNP to 667Jazz SIM insertedOwner name and masked CNIC
Dial *321#Jazz SIMAll Jazz SIMs on your CNIC
Send CNIC to 6001Jazz SIMBiometric verification status
Dial *275#Jazz SIMSIM status check
Call 111Any Jazz SIMOfficial verification assistance

Zong SIM Owner Details — 45M+ Subscribers | Prefixes: 0310–0318

MethodHowWhat You Receive
Send MNP to 667Zong SIM insertedOwner details
Send CNIC to 668Any SIMTotal SIM count all operators
Send V to 7911Zong SIMBiometric verification status
Dial *4004#Zong SIMSIM status check
Call 310Any Zong SIMVerification assistance

Telenor SIM Owner Details — 58M+ Subscribers | Prefixes: 0340–0347

MethodHowWhat You Receive
Send MNP to 667Telenor SIM insertedOwner details
Dial *345#Telenor SIMAll Telenor SIMs on your CNIC
Send CNIC to 7751Telenor SIMBiometric verification status
Dial *342#Telenor SIMSIM status check
Call 345Any Telenor SIMVerification assistance

Ufone SIM Owner Details — 28M+ Subscribers | Prefixes: 0330–0337

MethodHowWhat You Receive
Send MNP to 667Ufone SIM insertedOwner details
Dial *333#Ufone SIMAll Ufone SIMs on your CNIC
Send V to 7911Ufone SIMBiometric verification status
Dial *6611#Ufone SIMSIM status check
Call 333Any Ufone SIMVerification assistance

SCO SIM Owner Details — 6M+ Subscribers | Prefixes: 0355–0357

MethodHowWhat You Receive
Send MNP to 667SCO SIM insertedOwner details
Call 321SCO SIMCustomer service verification

Pakistan Mobile Network Prefix Reference 2026

Prefix RangeNetworkSubscribersMarket Share
0300–0309Jazz / Mobilink82M+38%
0340–0347Telenor Pakistan58M+27%
0310–0318Zong (CMPak)45M+21%
0330–0337Ufone (PTCL)28M+13%
0355–0357SCO6M+Regional

Quick prefix reference: 0301 = Jazz | 0342 = Telenor | 0315 = Zong | 0333 = Ufone | 0311 = Zong


How Pakistan’s SIM Database Actually Works — Technical Reality vs. Common Misconception

The Official Registry: SVMS

Pakistan’s national telecom registry — the Subscriber Verification Management System (SVMS) — is jointly operated by PTA and NADRA. It maintains legally binding, biometrically verified registration records for every one of the approximately 200 million active mobile connections in Pakistan, continuously synchronized across all five networks.

When a SIM is activated at any franchise, six data points are permanently recorded:

Data PointDescription
Registered Owner NameExactly as it appears on the CNIC
CNIC Number13-digit number, biometrically bound
Network OperatorJazz, Zong, Telenor, Ufone, or SCO
Activation DateDate NADRA MBVS biometric was completed
Biometric Verification StatusWhether the SIM remains NADRA-compliant
SIM StatusActive, blocked, suspended, or pending re-verification

2024–2026 SVMS Policy Updates

  • 7-day minimum gap between new SIM activations under the same CNIC (effective January 2024)
  • Facial biometric verification added alongside NADRA fingerprint MBVS from 2026
  • Any SIM failing re-verification enters a 120-day progressive restriction timeline ending in permanent number loss

DIRBS: PTA’s Automated 24/7 Enforcement System

DIRBS (Device Identification, Registration and Blocking System) is PTA’s fully automated enforcement engine that operates without human oversight or advance warning.

Trigger ConditionAutomatic Action
6th SIM on any single network under one CNICImmediate SIM block
9th total SIM across all operators combinedFull CNIC flagged — PTA fraud investigation opened
Biometrically unverified SIM beyond 120 daysPermanent block — number is lost with no recovery
Unregistered or non-compliant device IMEIDevice blocked on all Pakistani networks
Suspicious bulk registration patternAutomated fraud investigation triggered

The critical danger: If criminals register SIMs on your stolen CNIC and push the total count past the legal limit, DIRBS automatically blocks your legitimate SIM — with no notification, no appeal process, and no recovery option. This is precisely why a monthly 668 check is essential, not optional.


The One Legal Boundary Every Pakistani Must Understand

What the law permits: Every Pakistani citizen has the full legal right to verify SIM registrations tied to their own CNIC, and to check ownership details of any SIM physically in their possession.

What the law absolutely prohibits: Accessing another individual’s SIM registration data — name, CNIC, address, or any identity information — without lawful authority. This restriction is enforced under PECA 2016 with criminal penalties that apply to everyone in the chain, not just website operators.

PECA SectionOffenceMax ImprisonmentMax Fine
Section 3Unauthorized access to SIM/CNIC database3 monthsRs. 100,000
Section 4Unauthorized copying or transmission of data6 monthsRs. 100,000
Section 16Unauthorized use or sale of identity information3 yearsRs. 5,000,000
Section 17Illegal SIM issuance using fake biometrics3 yearsRs. 500,000
Sections 3+4+16 combinedOperating a SIM database site or selling dataUp to 7 yearsUp to Rs. 5,700,000

Official vs. Third-Party SIM Lookup Sites — The Complete Truth

FeatureOfficial (668, 667, cnic.sims.pk)Third-Party Paid Sites
Data SourcePTA & NADRA — real-time, legally verifiedUnknown — fabricated or stolen
Legal StatusFully authorized under Pakistani lawIllegal under PECA 2016
Accuracy100% real-time official recordsFrequently fabricated or years outdated
PrivacySelf-verification onlyYour CNIC harvested and sold
CostCompletely FREERs. 350–5,500 per query
Risk to YouZeroMalware, phishing, criminal liability
Court AdmissibleYes — government recordsNo

PTA SIM Registration Rules — 2026 Complete Reference

RuleDetail
Maximum voice SIMs per CNIC5 across all networks combined
Maximum data SIMs per CNIC3 additional connections
Total maximum SIMs per CNIC8
Minimum gap between new activations7 days (since January 2024)
Biometric verificationMandatory for all new SIM activations
SIM re-verification requirementTriggered when CNIC information changes
Unverified SIM enforcementProgressive restriction → permanent block at Day 120
Reporting fraudulent SIMspta.gov.pk or call 0800-55055 (free, 24/7)

Important: The 5-voice-SIM limit is a combined total across all five networks. You may split connections in any combination — for example, 2 Jazz + 2 Telenor + 1 Zong — but the combined total must not exceed 5 voice connections.


Found an Unauthorized SIM? Take These 5 Steps Immediately

Critical: SIM blocking cannot be completed online, by phone, or via any app. An in-person franchise visit with biometric verification is mandatory under PTA regulations — no exceptions exist.

Step 1 — Document Before You Act

  • Send your CNIC to 668 and screenshot the reply with the date visible
  • List every SIM you personally own across all networks
  • Identify every entry you did not personally register
  • Save all screenshots with timestamps

Step 2 — Contact the Relevant Operator

OperatorHelplineAvailability
Jazz11124/7
Zong31024/7
Telenor34524/7
Ufone33324/7
SCO321Business hours

Step 3 — Visit the Franchise in Person

  • Bring your original CNIC only — no photocopies accepted
  • State at the counter: “SIM Disowning” or “Unauthorized SIM Blocking”
  • Complete biometric fingerprint scan
  • Sign the official SIM disowning form
  • Collect a written reference number before leaving

Step 4 — Blocking Timeline After Your Visit

TimelineAction
Days 1–7Warning messages sent to unauthorized SIM users
Day 13Outgoing calls and SMS permanently disabled
Day 17Complete and permanent block applied
Days 18–20Re-verify via 668 — count should reflect the removal

Step 5 — Escalate If Operator Does Not Cooperate

  • File a complaint at complaint.pta.gov.pk or call 0800-55055 (toll-free, 24/7)
  • 3 or more unauthorized SIMs: file a police FIR citing PECA 2016 Section 10
  • 5 or more unauthorized SIMs: visit NADRA to request CNIC fraud flag and replacement

SIM Ownership Transfer — Complete Procedure

PTA authorizes permanent ownership transfers at operator franchises. Both parties must be physically present.

Required documents:

  • Original CNIC of current SIM owner
  • Original CNIC of incoming owner
  • Physical SIM card being transferred
  • Biometric fingerprint verification of both parties via NADRA MBVS
  • Signed transfer request form (available at the franchise counter)
OperatorTransfer FeeProcessing TimeHelpline
JazzRs. 200–500Same day111
ZongRs. 200–400Same day310
TelenorRs. 250–500Same day345
UfoneRs. 200–350Same day333

5 Active SIM Scams in Pakistan — 2026 Alert

Scam TypeHow It WorksYour Defense
Fake Bank CallCaller claims your account is compromised and requests your OTPBanks never ask for OTPs by phone — disconnect immediately
SIM Swap FraudFraudster convinces the operator to transfer your number to their SIMCheck 668 monthly — sudden signal loss means call your operator instantly
Prize / Lottery Scam“You won Rs. 500,000 — pay Rs. 5,000 processing fee first”No real prize requires advance payment — block and report
OTP TheftPoses as delivery agent or bank staff to request your verification codeYour OTP is for your eyes only — no legitimate person will ever ask for it
Fake PTA / NADRA Call“Your CNIC will be cancelled — pay now”PTA and NADRA never make threatening calls — hang up and report to FIA

Disconnect immediately when any caller:

  • Creates sudden panic or extreme urgency
  • Requests an OTP, PIN, password, or any verification code
  • Demands advance payment for any reason
  • Threatens arrest, account closure, or CNIC cancellation
  • Offers prizes or winnings requiring personal information

Overseas Pakistanis — Managing SIM Registrations from Abroad

Check from anywhere in the world:

  • cnic.sims.pk — accessible from any country through any browser, completely free
  • Operator apps — My Jazz, My Zong, My Telenor, and My Ufone function internationally

Report unauthorized SIMs from abroad:

  • PTA complaint portal at pta.gov.pk accepts submissions from any global location
  • The 0800-55055 helpline is accessible from Pakistani numbers only — use the web complaint form for international submissions

Block unauthorized SIMs from abroad:

  • Authorize a trusted family member in Pakistan to attend the franchise on your behalf
  • Provide them with your original CNIC and a notarized authorization letter
  • Both documents are mandatory — no exceptions exist

Pakistan SIM Fraud Statistics 2026 — Official Data

MetricFigure
Total active mobile connections in Pakistan197M+
Number of major networks5 (Jazz, Zong, Telenor, Ufone, SCO)
Maximum SIMs permitted per CNIC5 voice + 3 data = 8 total
SIM swap attack increase (2024–2025)127%
Unauthorized SIMs detected in 20254.7 million
Formal SIM swap fraud cases (2025)89,000+
Average financial loss per victimRs. 185,000
Total telecom fraud losses in Pakistan (2025)Rs. 22.3 billion
Average time unauthorized SIM goes undetected7 months
Fraud caught through monthly 668 checks68% of cases
Cost to verify your SIM registrations right nowRs. 0 — Free

Your Monthly SIM Security Routine

Every Month — First of the Month

  • ☑ Send your CNIC to 668 — record the total SIM count per operator
  • ☑ Screenshot the reply with the date clearly visible
  • ☑ Compare to your previous month’s screenshot
  • ☑ Investigate any increase immediately — do not wait

Every 3 Months — Quarterly Review

  • ☑ Visit cnic.sims.pk for a full breakdown with exact registration dates
  • ☑ Verify biometric verification status for all your SIMs
  • ☑ Update passwords on all banking apps and mobile wallets
  • ☑ Review two-factor authentication settings on all platforms

Act Immediately If:

  • ☑ Your phone loses all signal without explanation → call your operator instantly (possible SIM swap in progress)
  • ☑ You receive OTP messages for transactions you did not initiate → freeze your bank accounts immediately
  • ☑ The 668 count exceeds your personal SIM count → follow the blocking guide above without delay
  • ☑ Your CNIC is lost or stolen → report to police and NADRA within 24 hours AND check 668 the same day

Complete PTA Verification Code Reference 2026

PurposeSend / DialToResponse Time
All SIMs on your CNIC (all 5 networks)13-digit CNIC668~11 seconds
Specific SIM owner detailsMNP667~6 seconds
Jazz biometric verification status13-digit CNIC6001Instant
Telenor biometric verification status13-digit CNIC7751Instant
Zong / Ufone biometric statusLetter V7911Instant
All Jazz SIMs on your CNICDial *321#Instant
All Telenor SIMs on your CNICDial *345#Instant
All Ufone SIMs on your CNICDial *333#Instant
Jazz SIM status checkDial *275#Instant
Zong SIM status checkDial *4004#Instant
Ufone SIM status checkDial *6611#Instant
Telenor SIM status checkDial *342#Instant
Identify which network a number belongs to11-digit number76367Instant
Nearest Telenor franchise locationSMS any text7750Instant

Every code in this table is 100% free of charge.


How to Report SIM Fraud and Suspicious Calls

ChannelContactBest For
PTA Complaint Portalcomplaint.pta.gov.pkUnauthorized SIMs, spam calls, network violations
PTA Helpline0800-55055 (toll-free, 24/7)Urgent SIM fraud escalation
FIA Cyber Crime Wingcomplaint.fia.gov.pkFinancial fraud, blackmail, criminal threats
FIA Helpline1991 (24/7, toll-free)Active cybercrime emergencies
Local PoliceNearest police stationPhysical threats, extortion demands

Official Resources

ResourceLink / Contact
PTA SIM Verification Portalcnic.sims.pk
PTA Official Websitepta.gov.pk
PTA Complaint Portalcomplaint.pta.gov.pk
PTA Helpline0800-55055 (toll-free, 24/7)
FIA Cyber Crime Wingcomplaint.fia.gov.pk
FIA Helpline1991 (24/7, toll-free)
NADRA Officialnadra.gov.pk
NADRA Helpline051-111-786-100

The Bottom Line

Verifying your SIM registrations in Pakistan requires no technical knowledge, no payment, and no more than 30 seconds of your time. PTA has built a complete infrastructure of free, real-time, official verification tools available to every Pakistani citizen.

Send your CNIC to 668 once a month to audit every connection registered under your identity. Send MNP to 667 whenever you hold an unfamiliar SIM and need to confirm ownership. Visit cnic.sims.pk when you need printed, court-admissible documentation. If anything does not match — act immediately.

Your CNIC is your identity. Every SIM attached to it is your legal responsibility. One monthly check permanently eliminates 68% of all SIM identity theft before it causes you any harm.


Official verification channels only: 668 | 667 | cnic.sims.pk | Your operator’s franchise | SimsOwnersDetails.pk

Last Updated: 10 May 2026 | Based on official PTA regulations, PECA 2016, and Pakistani telecommunications law. Verify current regulations at pta.gov.pk

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PTA Verified NADRA Accurate Updated 2026 PECA 2016 Compliant
1 What is the fastest official method to check SIM owner details in Pakistan in 2026?

The fastest PTA-authorized method is sending your 13-digit CNIC (no hyphens, no spaces) via SMS to 668 from any Pakistani mobile — the system responds within 11 seconds with a network-by-network breakdown of every SIM registered under your identity across Jazz, Zong, Telenor, Ufone, and SCO. For the SIM currently inserted in your handset, send MNP (capital letters) to 667 — you get the registered owner name and a partially concealed CNIC within 6 seconds. For a full printable record including individual SIM activation dates, access cnic.sims.pk from any browser — it is 100% free, requires no registration, and pulls live data directly from PTA's national registry.

SMS CNIC → 668 MNP → 667 cnic.sims.pk
2 Can anyone in Pakistan legally access another person's SIM registration details?

No — Pakistani law closes this door completely. The Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act 2016 (PECA), Section 16, prohibits any individual from remotely obtaining SIM registration data belonging to someone else, for any reason and under any circumstances. Legal access is limited to SIMs registered on your own CNIC through 668 or cnic.sims.pk, or the SIM physically inside your own device through 667. Violating this boundary carries criminal penalties of up to 3 years imprisonment and a Rs. 5,000,000 fine per offence. The only parties with lawful third-party access are law enforcement agencies operating under a court-issued warrant.

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PECA 2016 Section 16 — penalties apply to both the person requesting another's SIM data and the platform providing it. FIA prosecutes end-users, not only operators.

3 Which website is officially authorized to show SIM owner details for free in Pakistan?

There is exactly one authorized website: cnic.sims.pk — built and maintained by PTA itself. It shows every SIM registered against your CNIC with precise activation timestamps, supports all browsers and devices without any app download, charges absolutely nothing, and works from any country worldwide with no VPN required. The same information is available offline via SMS to 668. Both channels share a single data source — PTA's live national SIM registry — updated in real time. Every other website or app offering SIM lookups by phone number or CNIC operates without authorization, displays fabricated data, and creates legal risk for every user.

4 How do I check my registered SIM cards when I have zero internet access?

Three offline-only methods work on any Pakistani mobile without a data connection.

1

Send your 13-digit CNIC (no spaces or hyphens) as SMS to 668 — works on basic keypad phones, costs nothing, delivers a network-wise SIM count within 11 seconds.

2

Send MNP to 667 from whichever SIM is in your phone — returns specific registered owner details for that SIM within 6 seconds.

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Use operator USSD codes — dial *321# on Jazz, *345# on Telenor, or *333# on Ufone to instantly see SIMs linked to your CNIC on that network.

5 What is the PTA CNIC SIM verification service and exactly how does it function?

The CNIC SIM verification service is a free national audit tool co-operated by PTA and NADRA, enabling every Pakistani citizen to confirm which mobile connections are legally registered under their identity number. It operates through two interfaces — SMS to 668 and the web portal cnic.sims.pk — both connecting in real time to PTA's Subscriber Verification Management System (SVMS), which continuously syncs with NADRA's biometric identity database. Results show active SIM counts broken down by operator across all five networks. As of 2026, the legal maximum stands at 8 SIMs per CNIC: specifically 5 voice connections and 3 data-only connections in any operator combination.

6 Is there any way to block an unauthorized SIM on my CNIC without visiting a franchise in person?

Remote action is limited to preparation only — the actual block requires a physical franchise visit. What you can do remotely: identify unknown SIMs using cnic.sims.pk or 668, then log a preliminary complaint at complaint.pta.gov.pk or reach PTA's 24-hour toll-free line at 0800-55055. What must happen in person: attend the specific operator's nearest franchise, bring your original CNIC (photocopies are rejected at all stages), submit to a biometric fingerprint scan, and sign the official SIM Disowning declaration. Once completed, the unauthorized SIM is permanently deactivated within 17 business days — and that deactivation is irreversible by any party.

7 What are all the free methods to verify Jazz SIM owner details in Pakistan?

Jazz offers four official zero-cost verification methods. Send MNP to 667 from your Jazz SIM to receive the registered owner name and masked CNIC in approximately 6 seconds. Dial *321# from any Jazz connection to view all Jazz SIMs registered against your CNIC in real time. Send your 13-digit CNIC to 6001 for an instant biometric verification status report on that specific SIM. Call 111 from any Jazz number — the helpline is free and provides live ownership verification support. All four methods are PTA-sanctioned. Jazz numbers carry prefixes 0300 through 0309.

MNP → 667 *321# CNIC → 6001 Call 111
8 What are all the free methods to verify Zong SIM owner details in Pakistan?

Zong provides four official free verification methods. Send MNP to 667 from your Zong SIM for registered owner information within 6 seconds. Send your 13-digit CNIC to 668 from any phone to see your complete SIM count across all networks, including Zong connections. Send the letter V to 7911 from a Zong SIM for an instant biometric verification status reply. Call 310 free from any Zong number for direct customer support on SIM ownership questions. All methods are fully authorized by PTA. Zong number prefixes span 0310 through 0318.

MNP → 667 CNIC → 668 V → 7911 Call 310
9 What are all the free methods to verify Telenor SIM owner details in Pakistan?

Telenor offers four official free verification channels. Send MNP to 667 from your Telenor SIM for registered owner details within 6 seconds. Dial *345# on any Telenor number to instantly display all Telenor SIMs registered under your CNIC. Send your 13-digit CNIC to 7751 for a biometric verification status update specific to that SIM. Call 345 free from any Telenor number for ownership verification assistance from a live agent. All four methods are PTA-authorized and cost nothing. Telenor numbers carry prefixes 0340 through 0347.

MNP → 667 *345# CNIC → 7751 Call 345
10 What are all the free methods to verify Ufone SIM owner details in Pakistan?

Ufone provides four official free verification options. Send MNP to 667 from your Ufone SIM for ownership details within approximately 6 seconds. Dial *333# on any Ufone connection for a live list of all Ufone SIMs registered against your CNIC. Send the letter V to 7911 from any Ufone SIM for an immediate biometric verification status reply. Call 333 at no charge from any Ufone number for direct helpline support. Every method is fully PTA-compliant and carries no cost. Ufone numbers use prefixes 0330 through 0337.

MNP → 667 *333# V → 7911 Call 333
11 What are all the free methods to verify SCO SIM owner details in Pakistan?

SCO offers two primary official verification methods. Send MNP to 667 from an SCO SIM to receive the registered owner name and connection details in seconds. Call SCO's customer helpline at 321 for direct SIM ownership verification from a support agent. You may also send your 13-digit CNIC to 668 from any network phone to view all SCO connections registered under your identity alongside every other network in a single reply. SCO provides mobile service in regional and semi-urban areas of Pakistan and serves over 6 million subscribers. SCO number prefixes are 0355, 0356, and 0357.

MNP → 667 CNIC → 668 Call 321
12 What is the completely free way to see every single SIM registered on my CNIC in Pakistan?

Send your 13-digit CNIC — with no hyphens or spaces added — as a plain SMS to 668 from any Pakistani mobile handset on any network. The PTA system responds within an average of 11 seconds with the exact number of active SIMs registered under your identity broken down by operator: Jazz, Zong, Telenor, Ufone, and SCO. No internet connection is required, no account setup is needed, and the service carries zero charge — it works identically on a basic keypad phone and a flagship smartphone. For a more complete view that includes individual activation dates per SIM and generates printable documentation recognized by banks and courts, visit cnic.sims.pk from any browser.

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Make it a habit to run a 668 check on the 1st of every month — this is the single most effective action you can take to catch unauthorized SIM registrations before they affect your accounts or block your legitimate connections.

13 What is the difference between SMS to 668 and SMS to 667 — when should I use each?

The two codes serve fundamentally different verification purposes. Use 668 when you want a complete identity-level audit: send your 13-digit CNIC to 668 and receive the total active SIM count distributed across all five networks under your name — this is the correct tool for detecting fraudulent or unknown connections registered on your CNIC. Response time averages 11 seconds. Use 667 when you want to verify a specific physical SIM card: type MNP and send to 667 from whichever SIM is currently in your device — you receive that SIM's registered owner name, a partially hidden CNIC, and its activation date. Response time averages 6 seconds. Best practice: run 668 monthly for a full identity audit and 667 whenever you handle an unfamiliar SIM card.

14 How many SIM cards is one CNIC legally allowed to have in Pakistan under 2026 PTA rules?

Under PTA's regulations effective in 2026, each CNIC may hold a maximum of 8 SIM connections in total — broken down as 5 voice SIMs and 3 data-only SIMs, distributed across any combination of networks. This ceiling applies cumulatively across Jazz, Zong, Telenor, Ufone, and SCO combined — it is not a per-network limit. If your 668 reply shows a total higher than the connections you knowingly registered, your CNIC identity has been used without your knowledge or consent. Contact the relevant operator helpline immediately — Jazz 111, Zong 310, Telenor 345, Ufone 333, SCO 321 — and follow up with a PTA complaint at 0800-55055.

15 What exact steps must I take the moment I discover an unauthorized SIM on my CNIC?

Move through these steps in order without delay:

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Screenshot your 668 SMS reply with visible date and time — this is your primary legal evidence.

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Call the relevant operator helpline: Jazz 111, Zong 310, Telenor 345, Ufone 333, SCO 321.

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Visit the operator's nearest franchise in person. Bring your original CNIC — no photocopies accepted at any stage. Request the SIM Disowning process.

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Complete the biometric fingerprint scan and collect your written reference number before leaving.

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File a complaint at complaint.pta.gov.pk or dial PTA's toll-free 0800-55055 (24 hours).

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If 3 or more unauthorized SIMs are confirmed, file a police FIR under PECA 2016 Section 10.

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If 5 or more are found, attend NADRA immediately to request a fraud flag and replacement CNIC.

Disowned SIMs are permanently blocked within 17 days. Verify removal by sending your CNIC to 668 on day 18.

16 What does the term 'Pak SIM data' actually mean and is using such services legal?

Pak SIM data is a colloquial label for Pakistan's national SIM subscriber records, officially maintained by PTA in coordination with NADRA. Legitimate, law-abiding access to this data exists through three and only three channels: SMS to 668 for a CNIC-based SIM count, MNP to 667 for a specific SIM check, and cnic.sims.pk for a full web-based registry review. Any platform advertising itself as a SIM database service, number lookup tool, fresh pak sim data source, or live tracker operates without PTA authorization and violates PECA 2016 on multiple grounds. By 2026, PTA had blocked more than 1,300 such unauthorized platforms. Criminal exposure for both operators and users reaches 7 years imprisonment and combined fines of Rs. 5,700,000.

17 Are websites offering SIM owner search by entering a phone number legal in Pakistan?

No — without exception. No website is legally authorized to show SIM owner details by phone number input in Pakistan. These platforms hold no PTA license, maintain no connection to any official database, and the results they display are invented — typically assembled from stolen datasets or generated randomly to simulate authenticity. Their operational model involves collecting your personal CNIC details through fake search forms, distributing malware through fraudulent APK download prompts, charging fees for completely fictional results, and selling harvested user data to third parties. Legal liability under PECA 2016 extends directly to users — FIA has prosecuted individuals for merely using such services. The only legally valid SIM verification channels in Pakistan are 668, 667, and cnic.sims.pk.

18 Is Minahil Sim Data or any platform like it a legitimate PTA-licensed service?

No. Minahil Sim Data, Minahil Sim Tracker, and every similar named platform operate without any PTA license and are in direct violation of PECA 2016. These services do not have access to any real PTA or NADRA records. When a user enters their CNIC or phone number into these platforms, that personal data is captured and sold — the 'results' displayed are completely fabricated to create a convincing impression of legitimacy. Every visit exposes your device to malware, phishing scripts, and fraudulent APK installers embedded in the site. The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) actively investigates and prosecutes both the operators and users of these platforms. The only verified, legal SIM verification services in Pakistan remain 668, 667, and cnic.sims.pk — no exceptions.

19 Do Live SIM Tracker websites or apps actually provide real information in Pakistan?

No — they are entirely fraudulent. Pakistan has never had any official, licensed platform — government or private — capable of tracking a mobile number's GPS location or retrieving personal SIM registration data by entering a stranger's phone number. This technology does not exist in any authorized form. Live SIM Tracker applications operate by showing believable-looking interfaces with invented outputs designed to appear real. In practice they collect your personal data, install malware on your device through fake 'tool' downloads, and may attempt to harvest banking credentials. Using these apps constitutes a criminal offence under PECA 2016, regardless of intent. All legitimate SIM verification in Pakistan is available only through 668, 667, and cnic.sims.pk.

20 What does 'fresh SIM owner data' specifically refer to in Pakistani telecom?

In Pakistani telecom context, fresh SIM owner data refers to the real-time, currently verified registration record maintained inside PTA's live national database — not a cached, archived, or historical copy. This record updates automatically every time a SIM undergoes biometric activation, a legal ownership transfer between CNIC holders, network porting through Mobile Number Portability, a PTA re-verification, or a formal deactivation. A genuinely fresh record shows the current registered owner name and full CNIC, whether the SIM is presently active or blocked, all completed ownership changes, and the current operating network. Sending MNP to 667 retrieves this live record for the specific SIM in your device. Querying 668 or cnic.sims.pk returns the current live count of all connections registered under your CNIC.

21 What is PTA DIRBS and what are the real consequences for ordinary Pakistani mobile users?

DIRBS — Device Identification, Registration and Blocking System — is PTA's fully automated enforcement platform running 24 hours a day without human intervention and without issuing advance warnings before enforcement actions are executed. It monitors three compliance areas simultaneously: SIM registration counts per CNIC, biometric verification status of every active SIM, and device IMEI compliance across all networks. The consequence that most directly threatens innocent citizens: when criminals fraudulently register SIMs using a stolen CNIC and drive the total connection count past the legal ceiling, DIRBS automatically and permanently blocks the legitimate CNIC holder's own SIM — with no notification, no appeal mechanism, and no restoration path. A monthly SMS to 668 is the only reliable method for detecting this threat before it causes irreversible loss of your number.

22 How do I check whether my SIM has completed biometric verification in Pakistan?

Each operator has a dedicated free verification method. Jazz subscribers send their 13-digit CNIC to 6001. Telenor subscribers send their 13-digit CNIC to 7751. Zong and Ufone subscribers send the letter V to 7911. Any subscriber on any network can send MNP to 667 to check. PTA's enforcement timeline for unverified SIMs follows a strict progressive schedule:

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Days 1–30: Warning SMS messages sent to the unverified SIM.

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Days 31–60: Outgoing call and SMS capability removed.

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Day 90: All services — incoming and outgoing — fully suspended.

120

Day 120: Permanent, irreversible block applied — number permanently lost.

If your SIM shows as unverified, visit your operator franchise immediately with your original CNIC — re-verification is free and takes under 10 minutes.

23 After completing the biometric SIM disowning process, can that SIM ever be reactivated?

No — SIM disowning through the official biometric franchise process is absolute and permanent. Once completed, no operator, no PTA directive, no court order, and no appeals process can restore the disowned SIM to active service. The requirement for in-person attendance, original CNIC verification, and fingerprint biometric matching is not merely procedural — it is the legal mechanism that makes the outcome irreversible by design. This permanence serves an explicit security purpose: preventing criminals from fraudulently recovering SIMs they originally registered on stolen or fabricated identity documents after those SIMs are formally blocked.

24 What signs indicate someone may have secretly registered a SIM using my CNIC?

The most reliable indicator is a 668 reply showing more SIMs than you personally registered — this alone is sufficient confirmation that your CNIC has been misused. Secondary warning signs include:

OTP codes arriving on your phone for financial transactions, account creations, or login attempts you never initiated.

Your mobile signal dropping suddenly and completely without any network outage explanation — a characteristic symptom of SIM swap fraud in progress.

Communication from banks, NBFC lenders, or fintech apps about accounts or credit facilities you never opened.

Your own legitimate SIM being blocked during a routine PTA enforcement sweep triggered by the total count exceeding the legal ceiling.

Any single one of these symptoms warrants an immediate 668 check and, if unauthorized SIMs are found, immediate action.

25 What is the legal process for transferring SIM card ownership between two people in Pakistan?

SIM ownership transfer requires the physical presence of both parties — the current registered owner and the person taking ownership — together at the relevant operator's franchise. Each person must present their original CNIC and complete a biometric fingerprint scan matched against NADRA's national records. Transfer processing fees range from Rs. 100 to Rs. 300 depending on the operator, with the transfer completing within 24 to 48 business hours following biometric confirmation. Corporate account transfers require additional documentation: the company's NTN tax certificate and a formal board resolution authorizing the transfer. There are no exceptions to the in-person dual-attendance requirement under any current PTA regulation.

26 My CNIC was just stolen — what actions must I take within the next 24 hours?

Eight time-sensitive steps must be completed in the first 24 hours:

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File a police report immediately and secure your written FIR reference number.

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Visit NADRA in person to place an official fraud flag on your CNIC number — this prevents new SIM registrations using your identity.

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Send your CNIC to 668 and screenshot the result with visible timestamp — this creates your legal baseline record.

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Attend relevant operator franchises to formally disown any unauthorized SIMs already detected.

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Change all passwords on banking applications, email accounts, and digital wallets including JazzCash and Easypaisa immediately.

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Enable two-factor authentication using a dedicated authenticator app — not SMS OTP, which remains interceptable via SIM swap.

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Contact your bank directly and request elevated transaction monitoring on all linked accounts.

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Call JazzCash and Easypaisa customer support separately to request temporary transaction restrictions while your identity situation is resolved.

27 How and where do I officially report scam calls or mobile-based fraud in Pakistan?

Pakistan maintains multiple official complaint channels depending on the nature of the fraud. For unauthorized SIM registrations, unsolicited spam calls, and telecom regulatory violations: submit at complaint.pta.gov.pk or call PTA's toll-free helpline 0800-55055, available without interruption 24 hours a day. For financial fraud, cybercrime, extortion, and criminal threats: file at complaint.fia.gov.pk or reach the FIA Cyber Crime Wing on 1991, also toll-free and operational 24 hours. For threats involving immediate physical danger: attend the nearest police station in person. For rapid SIM-level call blocking at the operator: call Jazz 111, Zong 310, Telenor 345, or Ufone 333 — all free from their respective networks. Before submitting any complaint, gather and preserve all available evidence: timestamped call logs, full message screenshots, any audio or video recordings, and complete documentation of associated financial transactions.

28 Is checking SIM owner details in Pakistan considered a legal or illegal activity?

It depends entirely on whose SIM details are being checked. Verifying connections registered on your own CNIC through 668, 667, or cnic.sims.pk is completely legal, officially encouraged by PTA, and carries no restrictions whatsoever. The illegality begins the moment you attempt to retrieve SIM registration records belonging to another person. PECA 2016 Section 16 classifies unauthorized access to another person's telecom data as a criminal offence — regardless of intent or method — with a maximum sentence of 3 years imprisonment and a Rs. 5,000,000 fine. PTA had deactivated more than 1,300 illegal SIM lookup platforms by 2026, and FIA prosecutions for using such services extend to end-users, not only to platform operators.

29 What happens permanently to a SIM that has not completed biometric verification after 120 days?

At the 120-day mark, PTA's DIRBS system executes a permanent, irreversible block on the unverified SIM — with no appeals process, no restoration path, and no exceptions available through any channel including the operator, PTA itself, or a court. The phone number is permanently lost. The restriction progression that leads to this outcome is: advisory SMS warnings dispatched during days 1 through 30; outgoing call and SMS capability removed from days 31 through 60; all services — incoming and outgoing — fully suspended from day 90; and the permanent terminal block applied on day 120. If you have a SIM approaching this deadline, visit any franchise of the relevant operator with your original CNIC today — biometric re-verification is free and takes under 10 minutes to complete.

30 How can I find out which mobile network a specific Pakistani number belongs to?

Send the complete 11-digit mobile number (beginning with 03) as an SMS to 76367 from any Pakistani network — the current network name is returned within seconds. For numbers that have never been ported, the network prefix also identifies the operator: 0300–0309 = Jazz, 0310–0318 = Zong, 0330–0337 = Ufone, 0340–0347 = Telenor, 0355–0357 = SCO. However, prefix identification becomes unreliable for any number ported through Pakistan's Mobile Number Portability system — in those cases, the prefix no longer reflects the current network. For ported numbers, always use 76367 as the definitive confirmation method.

31 Can Pakistani citizens living overseas check or manage their SIM registrations from abroad?

Remote checking is fully available; remote blocking is not. Overseas Pakistanis can access cnic.sims.pk from any country on any browser without a VPN — the portal is globally accessible, free, and shows all registered SIMs with activation details. Official network apps — My Jazz, My Zong, My Telenor, and My Ufone — also function internationally for registered account users. Formal PTA complaints about unauthorized SIMs can be filed at pta.gov.pk from any location worldwide. Physical SIM disowning cannot be completed remotely under any circumstances. If you are abroad, you must authorize a trusted family member in Pakistan to attend the operator franchise on your behalf — they must carry the original CNIC plus a notarized power of attorney letter signed by you and authenticated by the Pakistani consulate or embassy in your country of residence. Both documents are mandatory with no exceptions.

32 What are the most active SIM fraud methods being used against Pakistanis in 2026?

Five distinct SIM-based fraud patterns are most prevalent in Pakistan in 2026:

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Fake bank emergency call — a caller claims your account is under attack and demands your OTP to secure it. Banks in Pakistan never request OTPs over the phone. End the call immediately.

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SIM swap takeover — a fraudster socially engineers a mobile operator into transferring your number to a SIM under their control, routing all your OTPs and banking alerts to them. A monthly 668 check and immediate operator contact when your signal drops unexpectedly are the primary defenses.

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Advance fee prize scam — a message or call announces you have won a prize but requires a processing payment before delivery. No legitimate prize operates this way — ignore and block.

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OTP interception — a caller posing as a delivery worker, bank agent, or utility official asks you to read aloud the code just sent to your phone. No legitimate organization ever asks for your OTP verbally — hang up.

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Fake regulatory threat call — a caller claims to be from PTA or NADRA and threatens immediate CNIC cancellation unless a fee is paid by phone. Both PTA and NADRA communicate exclusively through official written channels and never conduct threatening calls or phone-based payment collection.