The Ministry of Interior and Police (MIP) has just enabled a WhatsApp line to verify cellphones, allowing citizens to consult the history of their mobile devices remotely and for free. Just send the IMEI code to the number 809-251-3521 from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. to get an immediate response, without needing to visit the Cellphone Preventive Review Center.
Initiative against device theft
This measure responds to the growing concern about theft of cellphones in the Dominican Republic, where authorities report thousands of cases annually. The Center, inaugurated in December 2025 on the second level of Plaza Central, already shows positive results in detecting stolen equipment. The collaboration between the MIP, the Attorney General’s Office, Indotel, and the National Police strengthens the inter-institutional strategy to prevent technological crimes.
Faride Raful drives expansion to verify cellphones
The Minister Faride Raful highlighted that the WhatsApp line to verify cellphones is part of a phased plan to attend to citizen demands. “We are listening to citizens and avoiding economic losses when buying a device”, she stated. The process validates the IMEI against national and international databases, such as the GSMA Device Check system, confirming if the device is clean of thefts or blocks.
Simple steps to use the service
- Mark *#06# on your cellphone to get the IMEI.
- Send the code to 809-251-3521 by WhatsApp.
- Receive the certification in minutes, free and without transfers.
In context, cellphone theft affects thousands in the country; according to data from Indotel, in 2025 over 15,000 incidents were reported, driving these measures. Cybersecurity experts value the initiative for speeding up verifications and discouraging the black market. Raful announced the progressive extension to other provinces, expanding access.
This tool not only facilitates daily life, but also contributes to citizen security. To verify cellphones and avoid frauds, the MIP invites you to use the line already. The cellphone verification by IMEI positions itself as a key ally against organized crime in telecommunications.
