How to Check Number Of Registered Devices On Your CNIC? [PTA]
USSD Based Registration
PTA has started blocking devices under “DIRBS” if a device isn’t PTA approved or registered. We have previously informed you about the USSD code that is recently launched in order to let users be able to register their devices by dialing *8484#. You might be wondering if you have got any number of devices currently registered under your CNIC with PTA? Here’s the step by step guide for how to check the number of registered devices you have on your Computerized National Identity Card Number.
5 Steps to Check Registered Devices On Your CNIC?
It all starts by dialing *8484#, the USSD code to register your mobile devices with PTA.
Step 1:
Start off by dialling *8484# on your dial pad.
Step 2:
Reply with ‘4’ in order to inquire the number of devices registered on your CNIC.
Step 3:
Reply with ‘1’ if you are a Pakistani (Local/International Traveler/Dual Nationality Holder).
Step 4:
Enter your CNIC number. Be sure to double check it before submitting. Do not use ANY special characters such as ‘ – ‘.
Step 5:
Reply with ‘1’ to complete the process. If you are not sure about any of the details provided then reply with ‘0’ and start the process all over again.
Shortly, you will receive this message:
Later all the details will be provided to you through an SMS from 8484
Hope this step by step guide helps you in every way possible. If you still face any difficulties feel free to question in the comments section below.
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I am visiting pakistan at the moment. I have been here since March and have been using my phone which I bought from abroad. However I forgot to register it and now it is blocked. What is the procedure for getting this unblocked. I understand that it is possible to register 1 device free but I didnt do this within 6o days.