Damyang-gun to Start Issuing 'Next-Generation Electronic Passports' from the 21st of Next Month

Next-Generation Passport Made of Polycarbonate (PC) Material with Enhanced Security and Durability

[Damyang=Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Kim Chunsu] Damyang County, Jeollanam-do announced on the 25th that it will fully implement the issuance of polycarbonate-type electronic passports with enhanced security and durability starting from the 21st of next month.

The next-generation electronic passport made of polycarbonate (PC*: Polycarbonate) material is evaluated to have strengthened security features to respond to advanced forgery and tampering technologies.

The next-generation electronic passport, designed using our cultural heritage, has a navy blue cover, displays only the date of birth instead of the sensitive resident registration number, and introduces a new personal information page along with changes to the passport number system.

Even after the introduction of the next-generation electronic passport, existing electronic passports can be used until their expiration date. However, since overseas immigration often requires a remaining validity period of six months or more, it is essential to check the validity period of the passport in advance.

A county official said, “We expect to strengthen the protection of residents' identities and greatly improve convenience for immigration,” adding, “We will make every effort to ensure that safe and convenient passport administrative civil services are provided without any issues.”

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