Background
The General Department of Identification manages the operational system for issuing and renewing Cambodian national identity cards through a network of local and provincial police offices and dedicated service centres. The General Department of Identification operates the national system for issuing and renewing Cambodian national identity cards through provincial and local police stations.
Eligibility and fee policy for the service are set at the national administrative level: citizens aged 15 years and older may apply for a national identity card, and renewal services are provided free of charge to applicants whose cards have expired or will expire within 180 days. Cambodian citizens aged 15 and older are eligible to apply for a national identity card, and renewal services are available without fee for applicants whose cards have expired or will expire within 180 days.
Key Developments
On 13 October 2026, identification teams under the provincial and municipal police in Preah Vihear completed the distribution and acceptance of forms for issuing and renewing Khmer national identity cards to residents. The activity was announced by the General Department of Identification and targeted routine access to ID services for local populations.
Institutional Role
Residents can submit applications and renewal forms at their local commune or sangkat administrative police posts and at municipal or district police stations. Additional application points listed by the department include provincial/capital police headquarters, the central National Social Security office for eligible social security members, identification service centres ION2 and ION3, and the General Department of Identification headquarters.
Operational Implications
Citizens whose identity cards have expired or will expire within 180 days are eligible for free issuance or renewal; applicants aged 15 and above may apply for a new card. For public enquiries and appointment information the General Department of Identification maintains a Telegram channel (https://t.me/GDI_service_news), a website (http://www.gdi.gov.kh/), and hotline numbers 1271 or 017 898 915 for free assistance during working hours.
