ISLAMABAD: An enhanced version of the biometric verification system (BVS) has been launched to issue SIM cards for controlling the sales of SIMs issued illegally.
The telecom companies will use the new system called Multi Finger Biometric Verification System (MFBVS) and a contract was signed between National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) and cellular mobile operators (CMOs) at the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) headquarter.
The BVS devices available through sale channels have been upgraded to meet the requirements of the new system through NADRA and CMOs.
The new system requires impressions of multiple fingers for authentication and applicant antecedents while issuing a new or duplicate SIM.
