When translating personal resumes into English, Citizen Identification Card (CCCD/ID card) is one of the essential documents. So, what is the English term for it?

1. What is the English term for citizen identification card?
Citizen Identification Card (CCCD) is the latest type of personal identification document in Vietnam, replacing the Identity Card (CMND). However, the Identity Card can still be used normally if it has not expired, and it is valid concurrently with the Citizen Identification Card (CCCD).

What is the English term for Citizen Identification Card (CCCD)/Identity Card (CMND)? It is called 'Identification' or abbreviated as 'ID'. Identification is a profile for verifying personal details of an individual, designed according to specific standards, often referred to as IC. Identification provides comprehensive information such as: Name, date of birth, origin, ethnicity, identifying features...
2. Component structure on the Citizen Identification Card in English
When preparing documents in English, all information on the Citizen Identification Card (CCCD)/Identity Card (CMND) must be accurately recorded. Here are some general conventions of CCCD/CMND.

Front side:
- Vietnam's national emblem (dimensions 14mm)
- Portrait photo as per ID/Passport (dimensions 20x30mm)
- Socialist Republic of Vietnam, Motto: Independence-Freedom-Happiness in English
- Citizen Identity Card: Name as per ID/Passport in English;
- No:…: ID/Passport number
- Full Name: Full name
- Date of birth: Date of birth
- Native place: Place of origin
- Permanent address: Permanent address.
Back Side:
- Left index finger: Left index finger
- Right index finger: Right index finger
- Distinctive marks and physical features: Cardholder's identification characteristics
- Date: Date of ID/Passport issuance
- Signature and Seal: Signature and Seal of the authorized authority
Note: When translating Citizen Identity Card/Passport into English, absolute accuracy must be ensured. Particularly, no content should be altered during conversion. Additionally, it is advisable to engage reputable entities for ID/Passport translation to avoid discrepancies.
In this article, Mytour has shared with you the English name for Citizen Identification Card/Identification Card. Wishing you a pleasant day ahead!
