The Ministry of Digital Development of Uzbekistan announced the enforcement of updated regulations requiring mandatory biometric identification of subscribers when subscribing to telecom services. The new regulations, effective from January 6, 2026, aim to reduce fraud and increase the accuracy and security of user data.
According to the updated rules, telecom operators are required to verify subscribers' identity using biometric data when signing contracts for mobile services. This is part of a broader initiative to enhance the resilience of the digital sector and improve user trust, especially in the face of rising virtual services and online identification.
Additionally, citizens now have access to a self-verification tool on the government portal my.gov.uz, where they can check if their mobile number is registered in their name. This measure is aimed at reducing the use of virtual phone numbers and other fraudulent activities in telecommunications services.
According to the updated rules, telecom operators are required to verify subscribers' identity using biometric data when signing contracts for mobile services. This is part of a broader initiative to enhance the resilience of the digital sector and improve user trust, especially in the face of rising virtual services and online identification.
Additionally, citizens now have access to a self-verification tool on the government portal my.gov.uz, where they can check if their mobile number is registered in their name. This measure is aimed at reducing the use of virtual phone numbers and other fraudulent activities in telecommunications services.