No! This is the single biggest advantage of our eSIM. Due to the new mandatory SIM Registration Act, buying a physical local SIM at the Manila (NAIA) or Cebu airport requires a complicated and slow registration process (uploading your passport, photo, and visa). Cellesim eSIMs are roaming-based, which means you are exempt from this bureaucracy. You can buy online and get connected instantly, skipping all the paperwork.
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Do I need to register my passport/ID for this eSIM (Philippines SIM Registration Act)?
Updated April 22, 2026
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