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Upcoming mobile users in Vietnam will be required to perform facial verification when transferring a SIM to a different device. This is a new regulation aimed at tightening SIM management, reducing spam SIMs and fraud conducted over the phone. Specifically, when a user removes the SIM from the old phone and inserts it into a new device, the operator's system will automatically detect the change. Within up to two hours from the change, the subscriber will receive a facial verification request. The verification can be performed through the operator's app or a digital identity platform such as VNeID, based on data already registered. If the user does not comply with the verification request, the subscriber will have limited calling and messaging capabilities. If the information continues not to be supplied, the number may be locked both ways, or the service may be terminated in accordance with regulations. Not all cases will require verification. The new regulation does not apply uniformly to all users. The system only requests verification when it detects a device change or there is a security risk related to the SIM. This means that if you use a stable SIM on a single device with no anomalies, you will not need to re-verify frequently. Two important milestones From 15 April 2026, subscribers must complete standardization of primary information, including verification with personal data. From 15 June 2026, facial verification will be required when transferring a SIM to a new device. To avoid interruptions in service, users should proactively check and update their SIM registration information, and install official apps such as VNeID to be prepared for verification when needed. While the additional verification step may cause some inconvenience, it is considered necessary to ensure user safety in an increasingly complex digital environment.
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