What is the difference from the new RG?

Check out what's changing in the new ID card! We'll show you the main advantages and disadvantages of the new document and also teach you how to easily obtain it step-by-step!

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The new RG (Brazilian national identity card) model is a physical and digital document created to replace the old form of the general registry.

 

The new system was created in 2022 with the aim of unifying all documents in one place and becoming the definitive version for all Brazilian citizens. 

 

Bringing much more practicality to everyday life.

 

  • Pros
  • A definitive document:

  • This document brings together all other documents in one place. This ensures a definitive document that tends to replace all others thanks to its efficiency.

  • Innovation and safety:

 By consolidating all your documents into one place, you reduce the chances of losing your important data and documents!

  • More Convenience:

Now you can use both the digital and physical versions of your ID card

  • More Informative:

The new ID card includes various other important documents for daily life, including electoral information and many others.

  • Disadvantages
  • Application bureaucracy:

For those who already have a digital ID card, having to request the new ID card can be somewhat repetitive.

  • Adaptation:

Some people dislike change, so it's natural that some might find it difficult to adapt to new documents

It's essential to keep your documents up-to-date, and the new ID card offers much more than a simple update. Besides increasing security, it also guarantees much more practicality and efficiency for your documentation. In other words, it's extremely important that you update your ID card to the new version.

If you have any questions about the procedure, don't worry. We will teach you every necessary detail so that you have no difficulties or doubts regarding the procedure and the benefits it offers.

  • Request your new ID card

All your documents in one place! Now that you know the advantages of this document, you can easily and quickly request your new ID card by clicking the button highlighted below! 

 

Just follow our step-by-step instructions!

 

Check out our complete step-by-step guide to requesting your new ID card in the fastest and most practical way!

  • Request your new ID card

  1. First, you must schedule the renewal of your ID card through the responsible agency in your state (In São Paulo, scheduling can be done through Poupatempo).

 

  1. Now go to a security unit or identification institute (the place where you got your old versions of your ID card).

 

  1. After arriving at the location, you must present your documents (ID, CPF [Brazilian tax identification number], and birth certificate).

 

  1. Don't forget to bring at least one document with a current photo. And you will also need to have your CPF (Brazilian taxpayer ID) up to date.

 

  1. Pay close attention to the official requests for the issuance of your new document. After completing all the steps, simply wait for your new ID card to be issued.

 

  1. Congratulations, you have completed the procedure and will soon be able to enjoy the benefits!

  • Request your new ID card

If you still have any questions about the new document format, simply visit the official government website, where you can find answers to your questions. The more information you have, the better you can benefit from updating your documents.