Larger photo, contactless reading and EU flag. These are some of the changes visible in the new Citizen’s Card, which began issuing on Tuesday and which in the future can be used as a ticket for public transport, as well as for access to music or football shows. The changes are due to European Union requirements approved in 2020, but current cards remain valid and are only replaced when their validity period expires. In addition, new cards may also be requested in the event of data changes, loss or theft, and other situations. In any case, the validity period remains the same: until the age of 25, the citizenship card is valid for five years, and from the age of 25 it becomes 10 years. All will ultimately be replaced by August 3, 2031. The goal is to enhance the security of EU citizens’ identity documents and comply with the latest International Civil Aviation Organization specifications. Remember that the Citizen Card is also used as a document for travel to the countries of the European Union and the Schengen area. The chip contains identification elements visible on the card, in addition to the owner’s signature, as well as fingerprints, address, date of issue, secure authentication and qualified electronic signature certificates, as well as other information registered by the holder, namely about diseases. or allergies.
Digital brand
Even though it is a physical card, about 50% of its features are digital, combining more than 30 physical, electronic and digital security elements with innovative materials, which the Ministry of Justice, led by Rita Judice, emphasizes that the card remains to date. , as one of the most reliable identification documents in the world.
Online
You can renew your Citizen Card online if there is no need to change any data, which allows you to avoid trips to services.
Repair
The Mint stopped issuing older cards on Friday, June 8th. Cards ordered before this date will still be delivered according to the previous model. The maximum cost remains at 18 euros.