The Bangladesh Telecommunication Regulatory Commission (BTRC) has issued a reminder that SIM cards will be deactivated and ownership lost if they remain inactive for 15 consecutive months, or 450 days. This regulation, which affects all mobile operators in Bangladesh, was recently highlighted in a public notice by a leading mobile operator in the country.

The notice emphasized the importance of reactivating any inactive SIM cards before the deadline of August 13, 2024. Customers were urged to recharge, make calls, or send messages using their SIM cards to avoid deactivation. Failure to do so would result in the permanent loss of ownership, with the number being legally reassigned to another customer.

Mobile operators are obligated to comply with BTRC regulations, which mandate the deactivation of unused SIM cards. This policy ensures that mobile numbers are efficiently utilized, preventing them from remaining dormant for extended periods. Consequently, the responsibility lies with the customers to maintain the activity of their SIM cards to retain ownership.

In summary, to avoid the inconvenience of losing a SIM card and its associated number, users must ensure that their SIM cards are not left inactive for more than 15 months. This proactive measure will help maintain ownership and avoid any potential issues with reactivation.