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Warning as criminals use SIM card purchases to steal passport details
- Authorities warn criminals are using SIM card registrations to steal passport details from travellers.
- Registration is often required for SIMs in popular destinations, creating exposure for visitors.
- Tourists buying from unofficial sellers may face privacy and financial risks.
- Experts advise buying from official stores and ensuring registration in your name.
- Monitor bank accounts and phone bills after purchase for unusual activity.
- Fraud risks include identity theft, phishing, and selling data to third parties.
- Unregistered or pre-registered SIMs can tie to someone else’s identity.
- Travelers are urged to use eSIMs or official outlets for safer options.
- Criminals may exploit passport data for identity theft or fraudulent activity.
- The warning follows rising cases of SIM swaps and passport data misuse.
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