According to the rules from Telkomsel, here’s how to register a simPATI card – Doing the correct simPATI card registration method can actually provide many benefits for you as a customer. The reason is that the obligation to register is one of the government’s efforts to prevent its misuse, such as several cases of fraud which are currently increasingly prevalent.
It turns out that the simPATI card registration method is quite easy. Only required to attach the Population Identification Number (NIK) on the KTP and Family Card Number (KK). Likewise for foreigners (Foreign Citizens) who want to register, simply attach a Passport, KITAP (Permanent Stay Permit Card), and KITAS (Temporary Residence Permit Card).
This simPATI card registration method is mandatory for all new and existing customers. If you are still confused about how to register the simPATI card.
How to Register simPATI Card
Before starting to register, prepare the required documents, namely an Electronic-KTP and Family Card (KK). However, what about prospective customers and existing customers who don’t have a KK and electronic ID card? You can still register with your NIK whose information is on your KK. If you don’t have a KK, you can’t register.
Launching the Telkomsel website, there are two categories of simPATI card registration methods, the first for new users and the second for existing users. Here is the explanation:
How to register a new user simPATI card:
Type: REG
Example: REG 1234567890123456#3201060401130027#
How to register an old customer simPATI card:
Type: REPEAT
Example: REPEAT 1234567890123456#3201060401130027#
How to Register simPATI Card for Foreigners
How to register a simPATI card for foreigners by visiting the outlet of the telecommunications service provider or the outlet of the partner of the telecommunications service provider and bringing a personal identity card, namely passport/KITAS/KITAP.
Then the booth staff will record your name, passport/KITAS/KITAP number, nationality and place and date of birth.
Consequences of Not Registering
There are several consequences gradually if you do not register. The following is as reported by Telkomsel:
- Blocking of outgoing call services and outgoing short message services (SMS) if you do not re-register no later than 30 (thirty) calendar days from the notification date of the re-registration provisions by the telecommunications service provider.
- Blocking of incoming call services and incoming short message services (SMS) if you do not re-register no later than 15 (fifteen) calendar days from the date of service blocking as referred to in the first point.
- Internet service blocking if you do not re-register no later than 15 (fifteen) calendar days from the date of service blocking as referred to in the second point.
Number Limit
The number of numbers that can be registered by prospective customers and existing customers can be registered by the customer concerned (self registration) a maximum of 3 (three) numbers for each NIK of each telecommunications service provider.
If more than 3 numbers are registered, the 4th number and so on can be registered only through the telecommunication service provider’s outlet or the outlet of the telecommunication service provider partner to be used.
So, what about the number in the name of a corporation (not an individual)? The registration mechanism for corporate numbers must also be registered in the name of the customer (individual). Registration of a corporate number needs to be done by a responsible corporate officer and the number is not limited.
Difference between Current and Previous Card Registration
Previous Registration Terms
- Registration with data on Identity Number, Name, Address, Place/Date of Birth, ROID (Retail/Outlet ID), Postal Code.
- There is no validation process.
- It can only be done by outlets of telecommunications service providers and outlets owned by partners.
New Registration Terms
- Registration with the Population Identification Number (NIK) and Family Card (KK) or NIK data listed on the electronic ID card and Family Card (KK).
- Must go through a validation process to the data recorded at the DUKCAPIL Directorate General
- It can be done by the customer concerned, outlets for telecommunications service providers, outlets owned by partners, contacting the contact center service.
Source: liputan6.com
