Dongdaemun-gu Operates 'Online Appointment Reservation System' for Passport Issuance

Operation of Support Counters for Socially Vulnerable Groups and Provision of Passport Secure Disposal Service

[Asia Economy Reporter Park Jong-il] Dongdaemun-gu (Mayor Lee Pil-hyung) is making various efforts to provide convenient passport services, such as the ‘Online Appointment Reservation System,’ in response to the recent surge in passport issuance applications.

The ‘Online Appointment Reservation System’ allows applicants to reserve a date and time for their visit and submit their passport application at a dedicated counter at the desired time. As of the 16th, 308 reservations have been received, showing great popularity.

The ‘Online Appointment Reservation System’ is available on weekdays from 9:00 AM to 5:45 PM in 15-minute intervals and can be accessed through the district’s website.

The district also operates a ‘Passport Secure Disposal Service,’ which safely disposes of previously used passports when reissuing a passport. Even if a reissue is not applied for, passports that have expired or are voluntarily returned by the holder are collected and securely destroyed by the district.

Additionally, the district runs support counters for socially vulnerable groups such as persons with disabilities and pregnant women to enable them to apply for passports conveniently and quickly. Various convenience items, including magnifying glasses, Braille civil service booklets, and low-height form desks, are provided at the counters.

Lee Pil-hyung, Mayor of Dongdaemun-gu, stated, “With the recent increase in demand for passport-related services, we are making various efforts, including operating the online appointment reservation system, to ensure that residents can obtain passports without inconvenience. We will do our best to ensure that all residents, not only socially vulnerable groups, can use administrative services without difficulty.”

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