Для иностранцев действуют новые правила покупки сим-карт

In Russia, regulations for foreigners purchasing SIM cards have become stricter. These measures are aimed at combating fraud and illegal SIM cards.

Что изменилось

• a communication agreement can only be concluded in person at a communication store;
• One person can register no more than 10 numbers, including corporate ones;
• SNILS, a State Services account, and biometric identification registered in the Unified Biometric System are required ;
• The contract specifies a unique 15-character device number – IMEI.

The changes do not apply to Russian citizens. They only apply to foreign citizens and stateless persons.