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Exploring all discussions regarding the new Chip-based Citizen Identification Card (CCCD), there are numerous inquiries arising from the abolition of the paper-based Household Registration Book since July 1st, 2021. What are the implications for the old 9-digit Citizen Identification Card (ID)?
Do we have to compulsorily replace the old ID card with the new Chip-based Citizen Identification Card (CCCD)? I will delve into this topic thoroughly within this article!
Is it mandatory to change the ID card when abandoning the paper household registration book?
Starting from July 1st, when citizens register changes in their household information, the police will update it in the residency database and retrieve the paper-based registration book. This is one of the new provisions in the 2020 Residency Law; accordingly, from July 1st, 2021, the management of population by paper will shift to electronic methods.
However, Circular 04/1999/TT-BCA provides guidelines on Decree 05/1999/NĐ-CP on Citizen Identification Cards, the validity period of which is as follows:
The ID card is valid for 15 years. Each Vietnamese citizen is only issued one ID card and has a specific ID number. In case of changes or loss of the ID card, procedures are to be followed to obtain a replacement, with the number remaining the same as the originally issued ID card.
Thus, the 9-digit Citizen Identification Card has a validity period of 15 years. Citizens are not required to change their ID cards if they are still valid. Currently, there is no document specifying that the 9-digit Citizen Identification Card expires only by July 1st, 2021.
The July 1st, 2021 milestone is essentially the point where the Ministry of Public Security stops issuing new paper-based Household Registration Books and transitions to managing citizens using personal identification numbers (12 digits on the Citizen Identification Card).
This is also the milestone where the Ministry of Public Security commits to essentially completing the national database on population. Therefore, the Ministry of Public Security's goal is to issue 50 million chip-based Citizen Identification Cards before July 1st, 2021. Due to these reasons, police departments in provinces, districts, and communes are swiftly issuing Citizen Identification Cards even on weekends and even around the clock, as cited in Vietnam Law Newspaper.
In short, even though the paper-based Household Registration Book is abandoned, individuals with the old 9-digit ID cards are still not required to switch to the new Chip-based Citizen Identification Card (CCCD).
Not obligatory, but highly encouraged due to its benefits
According to Vietnam Law Newspaper, when citizens obtain the Chip-based Citizen Identification Card, their information will be updated in the national database on population.
Therefore, citizens need to obtain the chip-based Citizen Identification Card before July 1st, 2021, so that their information can be quickly updated in the system. After July 1st, 2021, administrative procedures may become much more streamlined as citizens no longer need to carry multiple types of documents.
Moreover, not only can the Chip-based Citizen Identification Card be obtained at the nearest location, but many localities also organize card issuance outside of regular office hours, even until midnight.
Citizens can apply for the Chip-based Citizen Identification Card even when they are studying, working, or taking advantage of holidays. After July 1st, 2021, citizens may have to visit the district police station to obtain the Citizen Identification Card and can only do so during office hours as prescribed.
Finally, the cost of replacement is now only half.
Specifically, according to Circular 112/2020/TT-BTC, the fee for issuing the Chip-based Citizen Identification Card before July 1st, 2021 is currently reduced by 50%:
- Transition from 9-digit ID card, 12-digit ID card to issuing the CCCD card: 15,000 VND/card
- Replace the CCCD card when it is damaged and unusable; change information regarding surname, middle name, given name; physical characteristics; re-determine gender, hometown; in case of errors in the information on the card; upon citizen's request: 25,000 VND/card
- Reissue the CCCD card when it is lost, and the citizen is returning to Vietnamese nationality as regulated by Vietnamese Nationality Law: 35,000 VND/card.
Starting from July 1st, 2021, the fee rates have doubled.
Do you have any more questions about the new Chip-based Citizen Identification Card (CCCD)? Leave a comment below, and I'll try to address it in upcoming articles.
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