SIM Card Registration: A Quick Guide for New Users

7 min readApr 1, 2024

Sim card registration is an essential process that every mobile phone user in the Philippines must complete. In this guide, readers will learn how to register their SIM cards online for the three most popular SIM cards in the country.

The guide covers everything from the registration requirements for Globe and TNT SIM cards to the different valid ID documents that users can use to register their SIM cards. Additionally, readers will learn how to activate their TNT SIM cards and how to register their DITO SIM cards. The guide also includes a FAQs section to answer any common questions readers may have.

Key Takeaways

The guide provides step-by-step instructions for registering SIM cards for the three most popular carriers in the Philippines: Globe, TNT, and DITO.
The guide outlines the registration requirements and valid ID documents needed for each carrier.
The guide also includes a FAQs section to address common questions related to SIM card registration.

Popular Sim Card’s in the Philippines:

1. Globe Sim

Globe Telecom, commonly known as Globe, is one of the largest telecommunications companies in the Philippines. Their prepaid SIM card offers affordable call, text, and data packages.

How to Register Globe SIM

To register a Globe SIM in the Philippines, follow these steps:

Open the GlobeOne app or visit the Globe SIM registration website.
Select the Globe account you want to register or enter your mobile number.
Wait for the confirmation message and you’re done!

You can also update your existing Globe SIM with necessary information.

Globe Sim Registration Requirements

To register a Globe Sim, the following requirements are needed: name, date of birth, nationality, selfie photo, nationally accepted ID card with a corresponding ID number, Globe Sim card, active Globe number, and a valid ID card.

ID Requirements to Register Globe Sim

To register a Globe SIM in the Philippines, the user must present a valid government-issued ID, such as a passport, driver’s license, or national ID card, including the Philippine Identification System ID or Phlsys ID. Other valid IDs include a certificate of barangay clearance, PWD ID for persons with disabilities, senior citizen ID, postal ID, school ID for students, and company ID for employees. The user must present one of these valid IDs to complete the SIM registration process.

How to Register Your Globe Sim?

To register your Globe Sim in the Philippines, follow these simple steps:

Go to the official Globe Sim Card Registration Website at https://new.globe.com.ph/simreg.
Enter your 10-digit mobile number and click on the “Register” button.
You will receive a One Time Pin (OTP) on your mobile number. Enter the 6-digit OTP and validate.
The registration form will appear. Enter all the required details such as your name, date of birth, gender, address, nationality, and attach a selfie and the type of government ID you have.
Tick the checkbox to agree to the Globe Privacy Notice.
Cross-check all the information and click on the “Submit” button to complete the registration process.
Once you have completed the registration process, a reference number will be displayed on the screen. Save this number as it serves as evidence of your registration.

By following these simple steps, you can easily register your Globe Sim and start using it to make calls, send messages, and browse the internet.

How To Update Your Globe Sim Details

To update your Globe sim details, follow these easy steps:

Go to the official Globe registration website at https://new.globe.com.ph/simreg.
Enter your 11-digit mobile number and click on the “Next” button.
Go to the “Sim Registration Information” section and select the information you want to change, such as name, address, or ID.
Confirm the changes and click on “Submit.”
You will receive a confirmation code or OTP (One Time Pin) on your mobile number. Enter the OTP and click on “Submit.”
Your information is now successfully updated.

TNT Sim Card or Smart Sim Card

For TNT sim cards or Smart sim cards, the process of updating your sim details is the same as for Globe sim cards. Simply follow the steps above to update your information.

How to Register TNT Sim

Registering your TNT Sim card is quick and easy. Follow these steps to complete the process:

Go to the TNT Sim Registration page here.
Enter your mobile phone number and wait for the one-time PIN.
Tick the “Terms & Conditions” and “Privacy Notice” boxes.
Click the “SEND OTP” button.
Enter the one-time PIN that you received via SMS.
Complete the form and upload a photo of your ID.
Click the “Submit” button.

Remember to register your TNT Sim card before the deadline to avoid any issues with your mobile service.

How to Register TNT Sim Online

To register your TNT Sim online, follow these simple steps:

Go to the TNT Registration official website.
Enter your mobile number and verify it with an OTP (11-digit TNT SIM number). Click on “Send OTP”.
Select the registration type.
Upload a valid ID card.
Take a clear selfie photo.
Pick the appropriate SIM registration category.
Fill in your correct details, including nationality, gender, and date of birth. Upload an image of your valid ID card and a clear selfie photo.
Provide all additional information needed, such as your full address and landmarks of your house.
Double-check all the information you have provided and make sure it is valid. Submit the form to finish the online registration process.

It’s important to note that false information or fraudulent identification, spoofing a registered SIM, or selling a stolen SIM are all crimes that are subject to a prison time of six months to two years and a fine of up to P300,000. For refusing to register SIM cards, telecommunications may be fined between P100,000 and P1,000,000 depending on the severity of the offenses.

Valid ID Documents to Register TNT Sim

To register a TNT sim card, users must provide a valid ID document. The following ID documents are accepted:

A valid passport
National ID
Valid Voter ID
ID of Social Security Service
ID of Bureau of Internal Revenue
E-Card of Government Service Insurance System
National Bureau of Investigation Clearance
Firearms License to own and possess ID
Police Clearance
Integrated Bar of the Philippines ID
ID of Professional Regulation Commission
Senior Citizen’s Card
Driving License
ID of Overseas Workers Welfare Administration
Identification Card of Unified Multi-Purpose
Person with a Disability Card
Other Government Issued ID Card with a valid photo.

Users must ensure that they provide a valid ID document that is acceptable for TNT sim card registration.

How to Activate Your TNT Sim

To activate your TNT SIM card, follow these simple steps:

Step 1: Visit the TNT Registration Website: Visit the TNT Registration website at https://simreg.smart.com.ph/ and click on “Send OTP” after entering your TNT SIM number.

Step 2: Verify Your Mobile Number: Verify your mobile number by entering the OTP sent to your registered mobile number.

Step 3: Select Registration Type: Select the appropriate registration type.

Step 4: Upload a Valid ID Card: Upload a valid ID card and a clear selfie photo.

Step 5: Pick the Appropriate SIM Registration Category: Select the appropriate SIM registration category.

Step 6: Fill in the Correct Details: Fill in the correct details such as nationality, gender, and date of birth. Upload an image of your valid ID card and a clear selfie photo.

Step 7: Provide Additional Information: Provide additional information such as your full address and landmarks of your house.

Step 8: Cross Check All Information: Cross check all the information you have provided and ensure that it is valid.

Step 9: Submit the Form to Finish Registration Process: Submit the form to finish the online registration process.

Dito SIM Card

If you have a Dito SIM card, you can activate it by following the same steps mentioned above.

Dito Sim Registration

To activate and enjoy the benefits of a DITO SIM card in the Philippines, it must be registered before activation. Follow these steps to complete the DITO SIM activation process:

Download the DITO app or visit register.dito.ph.
Fill out the registration form with the required information.
Submit the form and wait for confirmation.
Take note of the SIM registration number, which serves as a certificate of registration.

Both prepaid and postpaid users, including foreign nationals and corporate entities, can register multiple SIM cards under one name.

How to Register DITO Sim

To register a DITO sim card, follow these simple steps:

Visit the DITO official website at http://register.dito.ph/ or http://register.dito.ph/h5/ReNaVerification.
Enter your mobile number to receive an OTP (One Time Pin).
Provide your personal information.
Upload the required ID documents.
Verify your mobile number with the OTP.
Cross-check the information, attach the ID, and submit the registration form.

That’s it! Once you have completed these steps, your DITO sim card will be registered and ready to use.

ID Requirements to Register DITO Sim:

To register for a DITO Sim, customers must provide a valid identification document. The following ID documents are accepted:

Passport
National ID
Voter ID
Social Security Service ID
Bureau of Internal Revenue ID
Government Service Insurance System E-Card
National Bureau of Investigation Clearance
Firearms License to Own and Possess ID
Police Clearance
Integrated Bar of the Philippines ID
Professional Regulation Commission ID
Senior Citizen’s Card
Driving License
Overseas Workers Welfare Administration ID
Unified Multi-Purpose ID
Person with a Disability Card
Other Government Issued ID Card with valid Photo

Customers must submit one of the above documents to register for a DITO Sim.

It is important to complete the SIM card registration process to comply with the SIM Card Registration Law in the Philippines. Both new and existing SIM card users are required to register their SIM cards with local telecommunication companies such as Globe, Smart Communications, and DITO Tele community Corp.