Background
On March 2, 2026, the General Department of Identification under Battambang Provincial Police conducted the distribution of Khmer National Identification Cards (ID cards) to teachers and students at Netyang High School and Preah Monivong High School in Battambang city.
Scope of Application
The Khmer National Identification Card is issued to Cambodian citizens aged 15 years or older. It serves as an official national identity document for various civil and administrative purposes.
Key Provisions or Decisions
- Citizens are entitled to use the Khmer National ID card for school registration, job application forms, real estate registration, vehicle registration, bank account opening, business registration, contract signing, visa applications, and other public services where prescribed by law.
- Cambodian citizens aged 15 years or older who do not yet have a valid ID card or whose card will expire within 180 days (6 months) are encouraged to submit applications for issuance free of charge.
Implications for Investors, Businesses, or Compliance
The availability and use of the Khmer National ID card simplifies various administrative procedures for citizens and organizations. Its role as a standardized identity document facilitates compliance in business registrations, financial services, and other legal processes requiring identity verification.
Official Source
General Department of Identification Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/gdi.gov.kh/posts/pfbid02Xm8KqjoB1CTpKT73mMEEQbrwbWpj8cdMt71hjWvx74QS1QvE2zQ9k4qXUo98FbnJl
