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Last Updated August 4, 2008 |
Despite concerns about possible erosion of privacy, many nations have successfully implemented national identification cards of varying types. Provided here is a brief guide to national ID cards around the world. What Is a National ID Card?A national ID card is a card that is issued to all citizens of a particular nation. In most countries, all residents above a certain age (often 14 or 15) are required to carry a card. However, some countries automatically issue cards at birth. Most countries that have national ID cards have made them compulsory. In some places, failure to produce the ID card upon request by a police officer can result in a hefty fine or even several hours' detention in jail. ID cards have also become a basic required document for banking, use of national health care services, obtaining a driver license and other tasks. Some countries require the ID card to be carried along with the driver license when operating a motor vehicle. |
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