Baguio City – The Philippine Identification System (PhilSys) in Cordillera Administrative Region conducted an Information and Education Campaign (IEC) at the Municipality of Bakun, Benguet on 18 April 2023 as part of its advocacy efforts for its relying parties.

The IEC aims to enlighten the participants about what benefits and advantages a PhilID and ePhilID have when used as valid proof of identity and age, especially for digital transactions.

Some of the topics discussed during the IEC include Salient Features of Republic Act No. 11055 which is an Act Establishing The Philippine Identification System, PhilID and ePhilID, PhilSys Check, and API-enabled Authentication Services.

The PhilSys staff informed the participants that there are digital versions of the PhilID which are the printable ePhilID and downloadable ePhilID. It was emphasized that the ePhilID and PhilID have the same functionality and validity which are both accepted in any government and private transactions subject to authentication.

During the discussion, it was mentioned that under section 19, RA 11055, any person or entity who will refuse to accept or recognize the PhilID or PhilSys number as the only official identification of the holder without just and sufficient cause, shall be fined an amount equivalent to P500,000.

The participants were also guided on where to send a report for cases of non-acceptance of the ePhilID or PhilID.

Quick Links:

- Website: https://philsys.gov.ph

- Facebook page: https://facebook.com/PSAPhilSysOfficial

- ePhilID appointment: https://appt.philsys.gov.ph

- PhilID/ePhilID authentication: https://verify.philsys.gov.ph

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VILLAFE P. ALIBUYOG
Regional Director