Decree No. 17/2014/L-CTN Announcing the Law on Citizen Identity Cards

The Law on Citizen Identity Cards was passed by the National Assembly and promulgated by the State President, stipulating the issuance, management, and use of citizen identity cards.

Document No.17/2014/L-CTN
Document typeOrder
Issuing authorityOffice of the President
Signed byTrương Tấn Sang — Chủ tịch nước
Updated24/06/2026
SectorPublic Security
FieldUncategorized
Issued date04/12/2014
Effective date04/12/2014
Expiry date
StatusIn effect
✦ Smart summary

The Law on Citizen Identity Cards was passed by the National Assembly and promulgated by the State President, stipulating the issuance, management, and use of citizen identity cards.

Key points

  • Citizens must register for the issuance of citizen identity cards when they turn 18 years old or earlier if required; the deadline is 30 days from the date of receiving all necessary documents.
  • Competent authorities are authorized to issue, manage, and recall citizen identity cards; they must comply with regulations regarding the protection of personal information.
  • Citizens are not allowed to forge, buy, sell, transfer, lease, or misuse citizen identity cards; violations will be subject to administrative penalties.
  • Competent authorities must carry out the issuance, management, and recall of citizen identity cards in accordance with the law; they have the responsibility to protect personal information.
  • Citizens have the right to lodge complaints or reports regarding the issuance, management, and use of citizen identity cards.

🌐 Social impact of this document

  • Positive: Enhance social security through the verification of citizens' identities.
  • Negative: It may cause difficulties in the process of issuing and managing identity cards, especially for those who frequently move.

❓ Frequently asked questions

What actions should citizens take to obtain a citizen identity card?

Citizens aged 18 or older or those who request it earlier must register at the police station where they reside permanently, within 30 days from the date of receiving all necessary documents.

Which agencies are authorized to issue citizen identity cards?

Only police agencies are authorized to issue, manage, and recall citizen identity cards.

What kind of violation of the use of citizen identity cards will result in punishment?

Citizens are not allowed to forge, buy, sell, transfer, lease, or misuse citizen identity cards; violations will be subject to administrative penalties according to the regulations.

Do citizens have the right to complain about the issuance, management, and use of citizen identity cards?

Yes, citizens have the right to lodge complaints or reports regarding the issuance, management, and use of citizen identity cards.

What is the deadline for registering for a citizen identity card?

Citizens must complete the registration procedures within 30 days from the date of receiving all necessary documents.

Full text

PRESIDENT OF THE STATE
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SOCIALIST REPUBLIC OF VIET NAM
Independence - Freedom - Happiness
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Number: 17/2014/L-CTN

Hanoi, December 4, 2014

ORDER

Regarding the promulgation of the Law

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CHAIRMAN
SOCIALIST REPUBLIC OF VIET NAM

On the basis of Article 88 and Article 91 of the Constitution of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam;

Pursuant to Article 91 of the Law on the Organization of the National Assembly;

Pursuant to Article 57 of the Law on the Issuance of Legal Normative Documents,

NOW PROMULGATE

Law on Identity Cards

Passed by the National Assembly of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam, XIIIth session, eighth meeting, on November 20, 2014./.

PRESIDENT OF THE STATE

SOCIALIST REPUBLIC OF VIETNAM

Truong Tan Sang

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