The Regulation of Interception of Communications and Provision of Communication-Related Information Act requires all mobile phone users in South Africa to comply (RICA). This measure is intended to support the government’s efforts to reduce crime. And MTN has explained how to RICA your MTN sim(s) online.
Self-RICA is an online service that allows MTN customers in South Africa to activate their sim cards by registering them in the MTN app.
So, here’s how to activate your new MTN sim card right away.
RICA instructions for your MTN sim using the MTN app
You can RICA your MTN sim card online by downloading the official MTN app first. Download the MTN app from Google Play, Apple App Store, or AppGallery.
After you’ve installed the MTN app, follow these steps:
To bypass the initial setup, launch the MTN app and select “proceed.”
Choose the “RICA my SIM” menu option.
To launch the Self-RICA application, click the “Get Started” button. (Registering for an account is optional.)
Fill out all fields and submit your application as instructed. The following information is required by the application:
The number of your SIM card(s) (s)
a photocopy of your ID and proof of residency
A photograph of yourself. (It could be a selfie.)
Once all of the necessary information has been received, the relevant authorities will evaluate your RICA application. Your MTN sim card will be activated within 24 hours of submission if they are able to independently verify the information.
More information on how to RICA your sim online can be found on the MTN website.
TOBI can help you Rica your Vodacom sim card online.
Vodacom launched a new revolutionary Self-RICA layer to assist customers in RICAing new Sim cards. TOBi, Vodacom’s Chatbot on the MyVodacom App, now lets new Vodacom customers Self-RICA.
The following documents are required to prove your identity and Self-RICA:
Taking a selfie
A photograph of your new prepaid SIM card
A government-issued identification card or a passport (for international nationals)
All of these identities are checked with the Department of Home Affairs after they have been compared with artificial intelligence and biometrics. After verification, the consumer can use the SIM card in any compatible phone and receive a welcome message from Vodacom with their new phone number.
Buy a Telkom sim card online.
You can now RICA your Telkom SIM online whenever you want. It’s also simple and secure.
To RICA your Telkom SIM online, you’ll need the following:
Your SIM card’s International Mobile Subscriber Identity (ICCID) number.
Personal and contact information
RSA ID copy in PDF, PNG, JPG, or JPEG format
Evidence of residence: Utility bill, bank statement, and store account
To Rica your Telkom sim online, follow these steps.
Following the collection of the aforementioned materials, the following steps in the RICA process for your simcard follow.
Step 1: Navigate to Telkom’s RICA homepage and click “Start RICA.” The RICA authentication process is now underway.
Step 2: Fill in your first and last names, email address, phone number, RSA ID, and SIM ICCID as needed.
Step 3: Fill out the form with additional information that appears after.
Step 4: Once they receive your information, they will contact you via email and/or SMS with additional instructions on how to complete the RICA application.
Step 5: Submit a copy of your RSA card. (All PDF, PNG, JPG, and JPEG formats are acceptable.)
Step 6: Provide proof of residency. This could be a bank statement, a credit card bill, or a utility bill.
Step 7: Finally, you must take and submit a selfie that clearly shows your face. That will be the end of the procedure for you.
The verification should take no more than 15 minutes to complete. When your RICA verification is complete, you will receive a text message informing you whether or not it was successful.
If your application was accepted, your SIM card will be activated in about two hours.
How to Rica your Cell C on the Internet
You must submit the following information online to Cell C Rica:
A valid passport or a South African identity book with a green barcode is required.
Proof of residency A bank or credit card statement in your name, a store receipt, or a utility bill in your name are all examples.
Pack of Cell C SIM Cards
Rica Cell C sim online procedure
Sign in using the Cell C Rica Portal.
Input the RICA Serial Number as well as the PUK Number.
Take a selfie of yourself.
Then simply follow the prompts until you’re finished.
Please wait at least two hours before using the SIM card in your mobile device.
How to Order Rica Afrihost Sim Card Online
After placing your order, you will be prompted to upload your RICA documentation via ClientZone or the Afrihost Mobile App in order to Rica your Afrihost sim. This method is referred to as “eRICA.”
All you need is your Afrihost sim card Identification with a photo to eRica (a selfie).
A photocopy of your current South African identity document or international passport.
A scanned copy of your most recent proof of residency (not older than 3 months).
Identification documents that can be verified
Original and a copy of a valid South African ZA Green Barcoded ID book/Smart Card.
A valid South African passport (original and copy) issued by the South African passport office.
A photocopy of a foreign passport (including any supporting documents).
Acceptable proof of residency
Receipt from the bank or a tax bill from the city (not older than 3 months).
Phone Credit or Store Credit (not older than 3 months).
The name and address must appear on a document issued within the last 90 days.
They will review the documents as soon as you upload and submit them. Your order will be processed once the verification is complete.
The RICA agreement will be in effect for three months in total. If you place another RICA order within the 3-month window, you can skip the RICA step entirely and speed up the process.
What if the SIM card is not activated?
Check with your network service provider to ensure that the SIM ID on the card matches the SIM ID in your account. After your account has been updated, insert the SIM card. Restart your phone and allow the activation process to finish completely.
Is it possible to purchase a SIM card and activate it later?
There is no time limit. When you want, you can activate (or reactivate) your SIM card.
