Belarus to introduce biometric documents in September 2021 – ordinance
<p> MINSK, Mar 16 - PrimePress. Biometric documents for individuals will be introduced in Belarus on September 1, 2021. This has been decided in accordance with President Lukashenko’s ordinance #107 as of 16 March 2021. </p> <p> </p> <p> “According to the ordinance, biometric documents will be introduced in the country on September 1 this year. Their use will automate the identification procedure, simplify passport control at border crossings and will contribute to the development of electronic services,” said the president’s press service. </p> <p> </p> <p> A smart chip containing the photo image, fingerprints and other personal data of the holder will be embedded in new types of documents. </p> <p> </p> <p> A total of eight new types of documents containing biometric data will appear including a citizen identification card and a biometric passport. </p> <p> </p> <p> ID cards will be used in Belarus to prove the identity of the holder. Biometric passports will be needed for travelling abroad. If a citizen does not plan such trips, there is no need to get such a passport. It can be produced only if the applicant has an ID card. End </p> <p> </p>
2021-03-17
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Belarus to introduce biometric documents in September 2021 – ordinance
MINSK, Mar 16 - PrimePress. Biometric documents for individuals will be introduced in Belarus on September 1, 2021. This has been decided in accordance with President Lukashenko’s ordinance #107 as of 16 March 2021.
“According to the ordinance, biometric documents will be introduced in the country on September 1 this year. Their use will automate the identification procedure, simplify passport control at border crossings and will contribute to the development of electronic services,” said the president’s press service.
A smart chip containing the photo image, fingerprints and other personal data of the holder will be embedded in new types of documents.
A total of eight new types of documents containing biometric data will appear including a citizen identification card and a biometric passport.
ID cards will be used in Belarus to prove the identity of the holder. Biometric passports will be needed for travelling abroad. If a citizen does not plan such trips, there is no need to get such a passport. It can be produced only if the applicant has an ID card. End