12/03/2026
NICTA Concludes Consultation on SIM Registration Regulation - to be used for SIM Card Registration
The National Information and Communications Technology Authority (NICTA) has officially concluded its national consultation process on the Draft SIM Card Registration (Amendment and Consolidation) Regulation 2026
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Under the new framework, all SIM card users in Papua New Guinea will need a SevisPass Digital ID.
π¨βπ©βπ§ Adults will register with SevisPass, while minors will be linked under parent/guardian accounts.
π² Identity verification will be done through the SevisWallet App.
Acting Minister for Information and Communications Technology Hon. Peter Tsiamalili Jr says this reform strengthens national security, consumer protection, and digital trust.
Citizens are encouraged to download SevisWallet and enroll early to prepare for the upcoming SIM card registration requirements.
Read News Article and ICT Minister's Press Statement: https://www.ict.gov.pg/sevispass-to-be-used-for-sim-card-registration-nicta-concludes-consultation-on-sim-card-registration-regulation-with-stakeholders/
Download SevisWalletApp: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.png.sevispass&hl=en-US