Originally Posted by
ac789
in India they're not supposed to sell you a new SIM card without proof of residency, ID photocopies, a big long form filled out etc. I've found the enforcement to be pretty lax though, as the dealer wants to make a quick buck too.
Is proof of residency now required for purchase/activation of a SIM card?
In practice, what's been previously required (generally) is at least a photo copy of the passport "face page" or some other ID documents, whether a resident of India or not.
Worst case, most any party retained while in India -- say a licensed driver -- would be more than willing to get a prepaid account activated in their name for the use of their client.