“AzInTelecom” LLC, a company within AZCON Holding, continues to
take measures against the registration of mobile devices imported
into Azerbaijan using fraudulent IMEI codes.
As part of these measures, 77,614 copied IMEI codes have so far
been assigned “clone” status and blocked. Investigations have
revealed that, to date, 1,613,177 attempts have been made to
connect to mobile networks in Azerbaijan using duplicated IMEI
codes. All such attempts were detected and prevented by the Mobile
Device Registration System (MDRS) operated by “AzInTelecom”.
Under the “Rules for the Registration of Mobile Devices,”
approved by a decision of the Cabinet of Ministers, the IMEI codes
of mobile devices brought into Azerbaijan from abroad must be
registered within 30 days for the devices to be used on the
country’s telecommunications networks. Registration can be
completed online via the mygov portal or in person at post
offices.
Efforts to prevent the registration of mobile devices using
fraudulent IMEI codes help protect subscribers’ rights and ensure
transparency in the mobile communications market. “AzInTelecom” LLC
recommends that citizens check the IMEI number indicated on the
device packaging via the mygov portal before purchasing a mobile
phone and give preference to reputable retailers.
