The Ministry of Digital Development has developed amendments to the “Law on Communications”, which, if adopted, will require Russian citizens to present a passport to replenish the balance on a mobile phone with cash. It was reported “Vedomosti” A source close to the government is quoted.
Also, to purchase a SIM card, you will first need to verify your passport data using the Ministry of Internal Affairs database.
The changes are expected to be approved by August 4. It was announced that in case of violation of the new rules you will have to pay a fine of up to 10 thousand rubles.
At the same time, as a representative of Tele2 told the publication, the largest telecom operators in Russia have already stopped selling SIM cards without checking the passport information. Moreover, most of the companies support the tightening of legislation in this area, as it will allow them to more effectively fight against scammers.
In July, the State Duma adopted a bill in the first reading aimed at tightening the circulation of “gray” SIM cards. The document provides for the introduction of new rules for the sale of SIM cards to foreign and Russian citizens, a ban on anonymous cash payments for a phone number, and other provisions. The law will also affect instant messengers and public Telegram channels. More details Material from socialbites.ca.
Previously reportedHe said that telephone scammers had begun calling Russians on behalf of public services.
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