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After months of rush to obtain the Chip-embedded Citizen Identity Card (CCCD), a significant portion of the population has completed the process of obtaining the new card.
The next question arises regarding the old National Identity Card (ID) being cut at some places while others remain intact. So, is this ID card still usable? Or if it's no longer in use after being cut, what should we do next? Let's find out in this article.
Can a corner-cut ID card still be used?
According to Article 15 of Circular 07/2016/TT-BCA (amended and supplemented by Circular 40/2019/TT-BCA), the handling of ID cards when changing to chip-embedded CCCD is specified as follows:
In cases where the 9-digit and 12-digit ID cards are clear (photo, ID number, and text), an appointment letter will be issued for the chip-embedded CCCD along with the intact ID card for citizens to use while waiting for the chip-embedded CCCD. When returning the chip-embedded CCCD, the ID card will be cut at the corner, recorded in the file, and returned.
If a citizen requests the return of the chip-embedded CCCD via mail, the corner will be cut, and the ID card will be returned immediately upon processing the application.
Thus, when obtaining the chip-embedded CCCD, both the 12-digit and 9-digit ID cards will be corner-cut and returned to the citizens. The corner-cut ID cards lose their legal validity and are thereby invalidated.
So what should we do after obtaining the new chip-embedded CCCD?
Remember to obtain a confirmation document of the ID card number when transitioning to the Citizen Identity Card
The issuance of the confirmation document of the ID card number aligns with the procedure of obtaining the 12-digit CCCD, aiming to reduce inconvenience for citizens.
Specifically, previously when performing procedures such as opening bank accounts, social insurance registration..., citizens used the 9-digit ID card. Now, upon receiving the CCCD, the authorities managing documents have no basis to confirm two cards under the same ownership.
Therefore, issuing the confirmation document of the ID card number facilitates both citizens and organizations when working together.
If you register to receive the new chip-embedded CCCD via postal service without the confirmation document and need one, you can still contact the officers of the Public Security Force to obtain it.
The processing time for issuing the confirmation document of the old ID card number is 7 working days, starting from the date of receiving complete and valid documents.
Take a photo of all information on the corner-cut old ID card
This action is necessary because many important details are associated with the old ID card. Accounts on applications or e-wallets, bank accounts,... often require you to enter information such as ID number, permanent address, date of issue, place of issue,...
So, you need to take photos to have them for future needs like re-identifying accounts or updating personal information.
Not to mention the documents you have previously filled out such as personal information forms, identity papers, passports, social insurance books,... are all related. Therefore, before the National Population Database system is fully updated and synchronized, it's best to keep all this information to avoid future troubles.
According to Article 25 of the 2014 Citizen Identity Card Law, the issuance period for CCCD can be extended from 7 days up to a maximum of 20 working days.
If during this period you need to undergo administrative procedures or if you're a student taking exams, it's advisable to carry multiple notarized copies of your old ID card to mitigate risks.
Above are some suggestions regarding what to do with the old ID card after obtaining the new CCCD. If you have any other questions, feel free to leave a comment below! Don't forget to like and share to motivate me to create more content!
Check out more:
- Basic differences between chip-embedded Citizen Identity Card (CCCD) and National ID Card
- Can you change your Citizen Identity Card online? Take a look at the procedure for changing from old ID card/CCCD to chip-embedded CCCD
