The Benazir Income Support Program has set June 30, 2026, as the final deadline for obtaining and activating the Benazir SIM, marking an important step in the shift toward a fully digital payment system for beneficiaries across Pakistan.
Authorities have confirmed that after this date, eligible women who have not completed the required process will no longer be able to access the facility, as the program continues to move toward centralized digital wallet-based payments for improved efficiency and transparency.
Deadline Announced for Benazir SIM Activation
The concerned administration has formally announced that June 30, 2026, will be the last date for securing the Benazir SIM under the current facilitation framework.
Officials have emphasized that beneficiaries who already possess the SIM must complete biometric verification at the nearest authorized retailer of their respective bank to activate their digital wallet.
Once this process is completed, financial assistance and other program-related payments will be transferred directly into the activated digital wallet system.
Steps for Beneficiaries Already Holding SIMs
Women who have already received the Benazir SIM are required to visit the nearest bank retailer for biometric verification.
After verification, the digital wallet must be activated to ensure uninterrupted access to financial support.
Officials have highlighted that payments will only be processed through this system once activation is complete, making timely verification essential for continued assistance.
Guidance for New Applicants
Women who have not yet obtained the Benazir SIM have been advised to visit their nearest Benazir Income Support Program office.
Applicants must carry their national identity card along with the mobile phone currently in use to complete the registration process.
After receiving the SIM, activation of the digital wallet becomes mandatory, which must be completed through the respective bank’s authorized retailer within approximately three days.
Shift Toward Digital Financial Transfers
Authorities have stated that the transition to digital wallets is aimed at simplifying payment distribution and improving financial transparency.
Under the updated system, all types of assistance, including stipends, scholarships, and other payments, will be transferred directly through digital wallets in the future.
This approach is expected to reduce delays, minimize manual processes, and improve security for beneficiaries receiving financial support.
Conclusion
The June 30 deadline marks a significant step in the ongoing modernization of the Benazir Income Support Program’s payment system.
Beneficiaries are advised to complete all required steps within the given timeframe to ensure uninterrupted access to financial assistance under the new digital framework.
