Globe MyFi Pocket WiFi users can register their SIM cards via the telco's online SIM registration portal. This is required in order to comply with the SIM registration law, which aims to prevent the spread of spam messages and scams. Failure to register your existing or new Globe LTE MyFi or LTE-A MyFi SIM card within the specified period will result in deactivation. Therefore, you'll no longer be able to use it to access the internet.
SIM card registration is absolutely free of charge. All individuals, both local and foreign, and corporate entities using SIMs (Standard SIM and eSIM) purchased in the Philippines for use in devices such as mobile phones and pocket WiFi modems are covered by the law. Here's everything you need to know about Globe Mobile WiFi SIM registration, such as the requirements, step-by-step tutorial, and penalties.
How to register your Globe MyFi Pocket WiFi SIM online?
Here's a step-by-step guide on how you can register your Globe MyFi Pocket WiFi SIM card, whether existing or new, via the online registration portal.
Before you proceed to the procedure, make sure to prepare 1 valid ID with a photo. Here's the list of accepted IDs:
- Passport
- Philippine Identification System ID (National ID)
- SSS ID
- GSIS e-Card
- Driver's license
- NBI Clearance
- Police Clearance
- Firearms' License to Own and Possess ID
- PRC ID
- Integrated Bar of the Philippines ID
- Overseas Workers Welfare Administration ID
- BIR ID (TIN)
- Voter's ID
- Senior Citizen's card
- UMID
- Persons with Disabilities card (PWD ID card)
- Other valid government-issued ID with a photo
Register New Globe MyFi Pocket WiFi SIM
If you purchased a Globe Prepaid LTE MyFi or LTE-A MyFi device on or after December 27, 2022, it is in deactivated mode. To activate its SIM and enable its data services, you need to register it immediately once you set it up. After the registration, you can start using the portable WiFi modem.
Here are the steps to register the SIM of your newly bought Globe MyFi Pocket WiFi:
Step 1: Set up the Globe MyFi as per the instruction manual.
Step 2: Connect your mobile phone to your Globe MyFi device.
Step 3: Access the device inbox. Open your preferred web browser (Google Chrome or Firefox). Enter http://192.168.8.1/ on the address bar to access the MyFi dashboard. Log in using the username and password found in the user manual. Click the "SMS" menu to view your messages.
Step 4: In the device inbox, you'll receive a welcome message with the link to the SIM registration website.
Step 5: Visit the link with an active internet connection to begin registration.
Step 6: Enter your 10-digit Globe MyFi number and click the "Register" button.
Step 7: You'll receive a One Time Pin (OTP) code in your device inbox.
Step 8: Enter the 6-digit OTP code on the registration website. Note that the OTP expires in five minutes.
Step 9: After your OTP is verified, you may now proceed with the registration.
Step 10: Fill out all required fields: Name, Birthday, Gender, Address, Nationality, and Type of Registration. Review your information, then click the "Next" button.
Step 11: On the "Verify your identity" page, take a selfie and choose the type of government ID to be uploaded. Click on the "Upload or Take a Photo" button to upload a copy of your valid government ID. Enter also the ID number. Then, tap the "Next" button.
Step 12: Tick the required checkboxes, including Globe's Terms & Conditions and Privacy Notice, to confirm your acceptance. Marketing and Promotional Permissioning and Data Sharing are optional.
Step 13: Tap on the "Submit" button to finish the registration process.
A reference number (combination of numbers and letters) will appear on your screen. Take note of your reference number. Also, a message will be sent to your device inbox confirming successful registration.
Register Existing Globe MyFi Pocket WiFi SIM
Active Globe MyFi Pocket WiFi subscribers, prior to the start of SIM registration (December 27, 2022), have a deadline of April 26, 2023, to register their SIMs. If you fail to register within the period specified, your SIM will be deactivated automatically. Therefore, you cannot use the SIM for internet access, messaging, and other mobile services. However, a deactivated Globe MyFi Pocket WiFi SIM card will be given a 5-day grace period to register and get reactivated. Meanwhile, the registration duration may be extended for up to 120 days by the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT).
Here are the steps to register the SIM of your existing Globe MyFi Pocket WiFi:
Step 1: Connect your smartphone to your MyFi device.
Step 2: Open your preferred web browser (Google Chrome or Firefox) and go to the Globe SIM registration website at [new.globe.com.ph/simreg].
Step 3: Enter your 10-digit Globe MyFi Pocket WiFi number and click the "Register" button.
Step 4: You'll receive a 6-digit OTP (One Time PIN) code through your device's inbox.
Step 5: Access the device inbox. On your web browser, open a new tab and enter http://192.168.8.1/ or http://192.168.1.1/ to access the modem dashboard. Click "Login" using the username and password found at the back of your Globe Pocket WiFi device. Click the "SMS" menu to view your messages. The inbox should have enough space to receive the messages.
Step 6: Go back to the online portal page and enter the 6-digit OTP code on the registration website. Note that the OTP expires in five minutes.
Step 7: After your OTP is verified, you can now proceed with the registration.
Step 8: Fill out all required fields: Name, Birthday, Gender, Address, Nationality, and Type of Registration. Review your personal information, then click the "Next" button.
Step 9: On the "Verify your identity" page, take a selfie and choose the type of government ID to be uploaded. Click on the "Upload or Take a Photo" button to upload a copy of your valid government ID. Enter also the ID number. Then, tap the "Next" button.
Step 10: Tick the required checkboxes, including Globe's Terms & Conditions and Privacy Notice, to confirm your acceptance. Marketing and Promotional Permissioning and Data Sharing are optional.
Step 11: Tap on the "Submit" button to complete the registration process.
A reference number (combination of numbers and letters) will occur on your screen. Keep the reference number as proof of registration. Also, a message will be sent to your device inbox confirming successful registration.
Here's the summary of the tutorial on how to register a Globe MyFi Pocket WiFi SIM card online:
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are the answers to the most asked questions about Globe MyFi Pocket WiFi SIM registration.
How many SIM cards can be registered under a single user?
There is no limit on the number of SIM cards that may be registered to a single subscriber.
How to register Globe Prepaid MyFi Pocket WiFi SIM if a user is a minor?
SIMs for minors (below 18 years old) shall be registered under the name of the parent or legal guardian. To register the SIM, they will be required to present an ID and the consent of the minor's parent or guardian.
What are the additional requirements for Globe MyFi LTE SIM for business?
For businesses and organizations to use Globe Prepaid MyFi LTE SIMs, the following information is required:
- Business name
- Business address
- Full name of authorized signatory
Moreover, businesses will be required to submit the following documents:
- Certificate of Registration (SEC or DTI)
- In the case of corporations, a duly adopted board resolution designating the authorized representative, and in the case of other juridical entities, a special power of attorney
What are the requirements to register Globe Prepaid MyFi LTE SIM as a foreigner in the Philippines?
Foreigners will be required to submit the following documents:
Required documents for foreign nationals visiting as tourists:
- Passport (copy of the page where the visa is stamped)
- Proof of address in the Philippines (like booking in a hotel or another type of accommodation)
- Return Ticket to country of origin or any other ticket indicating the date and time of departure from the Philippines
Required documents for foreign nationals with other types of visas:
- Passport (copy of the page where the type of visa is shown)
- Proof of address in the Philippines
- Other relevant document, whichever is applicable: (1) Alien Employment Permit by DOLE; (2) Alien Certificate of Registration Identification Card (ACRI Card) by Bureau of Immigration or other types of official ID card issued by any other visa-issuing agency; (3) School registration and ID for students; (4) Type of travel or admission document validity issued by the DOJ for Persons of Concern (POC)
Note that the validity of SIM cards issued to tourists is only 30 days, after which they will be deactivated. It can only be extended upon the presentation of an approved visa extension. On the other hand, foreigners with other types of visas can obtain SIMs without the 30-day restriction.
What will I do if I lose my Globe MyFi LTE Pocket WiFi device with the registered SIM?
If you lose your Globe MyFi device with your registered SIM card, contact Globe and provide your full name, address, birthday, and mobile number. You can contact Globe Telecom through their official Facebook page (https://ift.tt/A8udXUt), or you can report it to the nearest Globe store. Your Globe MyFi SIM will be permanently deactivated for your safety, and you will receive a new SIM with the same mobile number.
What if I submit false information and a fake ID card during SIM registration?
Individuals who submit fraudulent information or fake IDs during the SIM registration process will face six months to two years in prison or a fine between PHP 100,000 and PHP 300,000, or both.
What will I do if I experience errors or problems during SIM registration?
You can contact Globe's customer service hotline at 211, send a message to its Facebook Messenger (https://m.me/globeph), or report it to the nearest Globe store. Also, you can call the DICT complaint center via hotline number 1326.
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