SIM Owner Details
Pakistan 2026 —
Free Verification
Every day thousands of Pakistanis find out that someone registered a SIM card on their CNIC without their knowledge. Some find out too late — after fraud, identity theft, or harassment has already happened.
You can check your SIM owner details right now. It takes less than one minute. It is completely free. And it is 100% legal.
Check SIM Owner Details
Enter a Pakistani number below to check details
What Are SIM Owner Details?
SIM owner details means the information tied to a mobile SIM card. This includes the full name, CNIC number and network of the person who registered that SIM.
In Pakistan, every SIM card must be registered using a valid CNIC (Computerized National Identity Card). This rule is set by the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA). No one is allowed to use an unregistered or fake-registered SIM.
When you check SIM owner details you are basically asking: "Who is this SIM registered to?"
You Can Check:
- All SIMs registered on your own CNIC
- Which network a specific mobile number belongs to
- Whether a SIM was registered with biometric verification
Why Checking SIM Owner Details Matters
Pakistan has one of the largest mobile user bases in the world — over 190 million active SIM connections. With that many SIMs in circulation, fraud is a real and growing problem.
Here is why you should check your SIM owner details right now:
Thousands of Pakistanis have SIMs registered on their CNIC without their knowledge. This happens when someone copies your CNIC at a shop, uses a stolen copy or bribes a franchise worker. You may not know about it until the fraud has already happened.
Scammers use fake SIMs registered on stolen CNICs to open bank accounts, take loans and make transactions. If a SIM is in your name, you could be held responsible.
A SIM in your name used for threatening calls, harassment or criminal activity can create serious legal trouble for you — even if you never used that number.
Most banking apps and email accounts use your mobile number for OTP verification. If someone has a SIM in your name, they may be able to intercept your OTPs and break into your accounts.
PTA's DIRBS system can flag and block SIMs based on suspicious patterns. If an unauthorized SIM in your name gets flagged, it may cause problems for your legitimate numbers too.
How to Check SIM Owner Details in Pakistan — All 7 Official Methods
The Pakistani government provides several free and legal ways to check SIM owner details. Here are all of them, explained in simple steps.
Shows every SIM card registered on your CNIC number across all networks.
- Open your phone's SMS app
- Type your 13-digit CNIC number (without dashes)
- Send it to 668
- You will get a reply showing all SIMs registered on your CNIC
- All active SIM numbers linked to your CNIC
- Which telecom network each SIM belongs to
- Total number of SIMs registered on your CNIC
If you want to verify who owns a specific SIM number or which network it belongs to, this is the fastest method.
- Open your SMS app
- Type: MNP
- Send it to 667
- The current telecom network the number is registered on
- Whether the number has been ported (moved from one network to another)
You can also check details of specific numbers like Minahil SIM details using the same verification methods.
The PTA has its own official website where you can check your SIM owner details online with full details.
- Open your browser and go to: cnic.sims.pk
- Enter your 13-digit CNIC number
- Enter the verification code shown on screen (captcha)
- Click Submit
- A full list of all SIMs registered on your CNIC
- Network name for each SIM
- Registration status
- Option to report suspicious SIMs directly on the portal
This method lets you confirm whether a SIM was registered using your actual fingerprint (biometric verification) or not.
If a SIM was registered on your CNIC but without biometric verification, that is a major red flag. It likely means someone registered it using a copy of your CNIC without your physical presence.
Visit any official telecom franchise or service center with your original CNIC. The staff can verify whether the SIMs registered on your CNIC were properly biometrically verified.
Each Pakistani mobile network has its own official code for checking SIM registration details. These work even without mobile internet.
| Network | Check Method | Code / Number |
|---|---|---|
| Jazz | SMS CNIC to | 667 |
| Zong | Dial | *310# |
| Telenor | SMS to | 667 |
| Ufone | SMS to | 667 |
| SCO | Contact helpline | 1236 |
All major Pakistani telecom operators have official apps that let you manage your SIM details and check your registration status.
| Network | Official App |
|---|---|
| Jazz | My Jazz (Android & iOS) |
| Zong | My Zong App |
| Telenor | My Telenor App |
| Ufone | My Ufone App |
- Download the official app for your network from Google Play or Apple App Store
- Log in using your SIM number and OTP
- Go to account settings or profile to see registration details
If you need an official printed record of your SIM owner details for legal purposes, a court case or a police complaint — visiting a franchise in person is the right step.
- Go to the official franchise of Jazz, Zong, Telenor or Ufone
- Bring your original CNIC
- Request a SIM ownership verification or registration status report
- The staff will verify your identity biometrically and provide official documentation
How to Check SIM Owner Details by Network
How to Find Which Network a Pakistani Number Belongs To
Sometimes you receive a call or message from an unknown Pakistani number and you want to know which network it is on before calling back.
Send MNP to 76367 from any Pakistani SIM. You will get a reply telling you which network the number belongs to. This is a free service provided by PTA.
You Can Also Check by Number Prefix:
| Prefix | Network |
|---|---|
| 0300, 0301, 0302, 0303 | Jazz |
| 0310, 0311, 0312, 0313 | Zong |
| 0340, 0341, 0342, 0343 | Zong |
| 0320, 0321, 0322, 0323 | Telenor |
| 0330, 0331, 0332, 0333 | Ufone |
| 0360, 0361 | SCO |
PTA SIM Registration Rules Every Pakistani Should Know
PTA has clear rules about SIM registration in Pakistan. Here are the most important ones:
A Pakistani citizen can have a maximum of 8 active SIMs across all networks combined. For foreign nationals the limit is 3 SIMs.
All SIM activations require biometric (fingerprint) verification at an authorized franchise. SIMs activated without biometrics are illegal.
If a SIM is not used for 180 days (about 6 months), the network can deactivate it and eventually reassign the number to someone else. If your number gets reassigned, you lose your WhatsApp, banking OTPs, and all accounts linked to that number.
PTA runs re-verification campaigns from time to time. If your SIM is flagged for re-verification and you do not complete it, your SIM may be blocked.
Businesses can register SIMs under a company name using NTN (National Tax Number). Each employee SIM must still be linked to a valid CNIC.
Is It Legal to Check SIM Owner Details in Pakistan?
Yes — it is completely legal to check your own SIM owner details using PTA's official methods. In fact, PTA encourages every Pakistani to check regularly. It is your right to know which SIMs are registered under your identity.
These are fully permitted and encouraged by PTA:
- Checking SIMs registered on your own CNIC
- Using PTA's official 668 SMS service
- Checking via cnic.sims.pk portal
- Verifying through official telecom franchises
These are criminal offenses under Pakistani law:
- Using unauthorized apps or third-party websites to access someone else's SIM data
- Accessing PTA or telecom databases without authorization
- Registering a SIM on someone else's CNIC without their knowledge or consent
- Using a SIM for harassment, fraud, or crime
Under PECA 2016, these activities are criminal offenses. Penalties include heavy fines and jail time.
CNIC-Based SIM Checks
If a family member has passed away and they had SIMs registered in their name, those SIMs should be deactivated or transferred as soon as possible. An active SIM on a deceased person's CNIC can be misused by anyone who knows their details.
- Visit the telecom franchise of each network the deceased had SIMs with
- Bring the original CNIC of the deceased, death certificate, and your own CNIC (as a family representative)
- Request deactivation or transfer of the SIMs
Minors do not have CNICs. However, if a SIM was registered under a parent or guardian's CNIC for a child, it will appear in the parent's SIM list when they check 668.
If your CNIC is lost or stolen, check your SIM owner details immediately. A lost CNIC can be used to register new SIMs in your name.
- Report the lost CNIC to NADRA immediately
- File a police complaint
How to Check SIM Owner Details from Abroad
If you are living outside Pakistan, you can still check your SIM owner details using Method 3 — the PTA official portal.
- Go to cnic.sims.pk from any internet-connected device anywhere in the world
- Enter your 13-digit CNIC number
- Complete the captcha verification
- View all SIMs registered on your CNIC
- File a complaint at complaint.pta.gov.pk directly
- Call PTA's international-accessible helpline or send an email to complaints@pta.gov.pk
- Contact the telecom operator's overseas customer care
Is It Legal to Check SIM Owner Details in Pakistan?
Yes — it is completely legal to check your own SIM owner details using PTA's official methods. In fact, PTA encourages every Pakistani to check regularly. It is your right to know which SIMs are registered under your identity.
These are fully permitted and encouraged by PTA:
- Checking SIMs registered on your own CNIC
- Using PTA's official 668 SMS service
- Checking via cnic.sims.pk portal
- Verifying through official telecom franchises
These are criminal offenses under Pakistani law:
- Using unauthorized apps or third-party websites to access someone else's SIM data
- Accessing PTA or telecom databases without authorization
- Registering a SIM on someone else's CNIC without their knowledge or consent
- Using a SIM for harassment, fraud, or crime
Under PECA 2016, these activities are criminal offenses. Penalties include heavy fines and jail time.
Found an Unauthorized SIM on Your CNIC? Do This Right Away
If you check your SIM owner details and find a number you do not recognize, act fast. Here is what to do step by step:
Take a screenshot of the 668 reply or the cnic.sims.pk result. Note the unauthorized number, its network, and the date you found it.
Go to the official franchise of the network where the unauthorized SIM is registered. Bring your original CNIC. Ask them to block the SIM immediately.
Visit complaint.pta.gov.pk or call 0800-55055 (PTA helpline — free). File a formal complaint with the unauthorized number details and your CNIC.
→ complaint.pta.gov.pkIf the SIM was used for fraud, financial crime, or harassment, file an FIR at your local police station. Provide the PTA complaint number as supporting evidence.
If a network does not respond within 72 hours, escalate directly to PTA. PTA has authority over all networks and can force them to act.
Fresh SIM Data vs. Outdated Records — Why It Matters
Pakistan's SIM registration database is maintained by PTA and updated by telecom operators in real time. However, there are cases where records can be slightly delayed.
- New SIM registration
- SIM deactivation
- SIM transfer with biometric verification
- Port from one network to another (MNP)
- Blocking of a lost SIM
- After reporting fraud to PTA
- Reactivation of a temporarily blocked SIM
What Is PTA DIRBS and Why Should You Know About It?
DIRBS stands for Device Identification, Registration and Blocking System. It is PTA's system for tracking and managing mobile devices in Pakistan.
- Unregistered or not paid customs duty
- Reported stolen
- Found to be used for criminal activity
- If multiple SIMs on your CNIC are flagged for suspicious activity, DIRBS can block devices connected to those SIMs — including your own personal phone, even if you did nothing wrong.
- Dial *#06# to find your phone's IMEI number
- Visit dirbs.pta.gov.pk and enter your IMEI
Complete PTA Verification Code Reference
| Code | Function | Method |
|---|---|---|
| 668 | All SIMs on your CNIC | 💬 SMS — send CNIC to 668 |
| 667 | Specific number network check | 💬 SMS — send MNP to 667 |
| 76367 | Identify any number's network | 💬 SMS |
| *#06# | Check your phone's IMEI | 📞 Dial |
| 0800-55055 | PTA Helpline | 📞 Call |
| cnic.sims.pk | Full SIM details online | 🌐 Web portal |
| complaint.pta.gov.pk | File a complaint with PTA | 🌐 Web portal |
| dirbs.pta.gov.pk | Check device registration | 🌐 Web portal |
Official Resources
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| PTA Official Website | → pta.gov.pk |
| Check SIM Owner Details | → cnic.sims.pk |
| PTA Complaint Portal | → complaint.pta.gov.pk |
| DIRBS Device Check | → dirbs.pta.gov.pk |
| NADRA Official Website | → nadra.gov.pk |
| FIA Cybercrime | → fia.gov.pk/cybercrime |
| Jazz Official | → jazz.com.pk |
| Zong Official | → zong.com.pk |
| Telenor Official | → telenor.com.pk |
| Ufone Official | → ufone.com |
Final Thoughts
SIM Owner Details is a sensitive but important topic in Pakistan. Many people search for SIM information without understanding the legal and technical limits. In Pakistan there is no public SIM database nor is there any live tracker or free tool available that can show complete SIM owner details.
This page is created for educational purposes only. Our goal is to provide clear, honest and easy-to-understand information so that people can stay safe from scams and false claims. Always use official sources and respect privacy laws.
PTA allows up to 5 SIMs per network per CNIC. So you can have 5 Jazz, 5 Zong, 5 Telenor, 5 Ufone, and 5 SCO SIMs — a maximum of 25 total. However, most people should only have the SIMs they actually use.
Officially and legally, no. You cannot find the owner's name or CNIC by entering just a phone number through public methods. Law enforcement can do this, but private citizens cannot — and no third-party app or website offering this is legitimate or legal.
Yes, 100% free. Sending a text to 668, using cnic.sims.pk, or calling PTA's helpline — all of these are free. Any service that charges you to check SIM details is not official.
This means SIMs you don't recognize are registered on your CNIC. Note those numbers, visit the telecom franchise, and request immediate deactivation. Then file a complaint with PTA at 0800-55055.
Since 2015, biometric verification is mandatory for new SIM registration. However, some older SIMs were registered before this rule. If you find a SIM that shows no biometric verification, it was likely registered before 2015 or through a fraudulent process. In either case, report it and get it blocked.