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No More ID Worries with Your Passport Information Certificate! Online Issuance Tips

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Created: 2024-11-14

Created: 2024-11-14 00:00

Why do I need a passport information certificate?

Passports issued from 2020 without the last digits of the resident registration number are advantageous for personal information protection, but an additional certificate is required to use them as identification within the country. This is the Passport Information Certificate. Presenting this certificate along with your passport allows it to be recognized as valid identification.

How can I obtain a passport information certificate?

There are mainly four ways to obtain a passport information certificate.

Online Issuance of Passport Information Certificate

Online Issuance of Passport Information Certificate

  • On-site Issuance: Apply in person at a domestic passport acceptance center or overseas embassy/consulate (fees apply)
  • Government 24 Online Issuance: Apply online through the Government 24 website (free)
  • Overseas Koreans 365 Citizen Service Portal Online Issuance: Apply online through the Overseas Koreans 365 Citizen Service Portal (free)
  • Issuance via Self-Service Kiosk: Issue via self-service kiosk (free)

Among these, the most convenient and fastest method is online issuance. You can easily obtain it with a few clicks through Government 24 or the Overseas Koreans 365 Citizen Service Portal.

Online Issuance of Passport Information Certificate, Step by Step!

I will briefly explain the online issuance method using the Overseas Koreans 365 Citizen Service Portal as an example.

1. Registration and Login: Access the Overseas Koreans 365 Citizen Service Portal website, register as a member, and log in.
2. Application for Citizen Services: Click on the "Citizen Services Application" menu at the top of the homepage and select "Passport Information Certificate Issuance".
3. Information Input: Enter your resident registration number and proceed with identity verification.
4. Application Completion: Select the language for issuance and click the "Apply" button to complete the application.
5. Document Output: After completing the application, check the "Results Inquiry" to save or print the issued document as a PDF file.

The issuance method through Government 24 is similar, so please refer to the detailed instructions on the Government 24 website.

Passport Information Certificate, Make it Even Easier!

  • Issuance Fee: Using online issuance or self-service kiosks allows for free issuance.
  • Required Documents: Only your identification is required.
  • Issuance Period: It is issued immediately upon application, so it can be used right away.
  • Validity Period: There is no separate validity period, but it may change depending on the validity period of the passport.
  • Precautions: You need to disable the pop-up blocker in your web browser to view the issued document.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • Do I need a passport information certificate even if my passport has the last digits of my resident registration number?
    • No, a passport with the last digits of your resident registration number can be used as identification by itself.
  • What should I do if I lose my passport information certificate?
    • You can reissue it. You can easily apply for reissuance online.
  • Can I save my passport information certificate on my smartphone?
    • Yes, you can save it as a PDF file and store it on your smartphone. You can print it out when needed.

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