In Mexico, the linking of mobile phone lines to the Unique Population Registry Code (CURP) is becoming a mandate, raising concerns among citizens about their options for non-compliance. The initiative, aimed at combating extortion, requires that all mobile lines be linked by June 30, 2026. If individuals fail to link their phones by this deadline, they will lose access to telecommunications services provided by their carriers.

In an interview with MILENIO, Abán Román, the general director of planning at the Regulatory Telecommunications Commission (CRT), addressed the public's concerns regarding this new requirement. He emphasized that linking mobile lines with the CURP is already in effect and is intended to enhance security measures against extortion in the country. The government is creating awareness to ensure that citizens understand the importance and implications of this law.

This regulatory move has provoked mixed feelings among the populace, with some fearing privacy invasion while others acknowledge potential benefits in security. With an imminent deadline, it remains essential for Mexicans to make informed decisions regarding their telecommunications arrangements and consider the consequences of failure to comply with this new legal framework.