Raise your hand if you’ve experienced a moment when you need a valid ID to get your first valid ID…
One of the challenges of adulting is securing a valid identification card that government offices will acknowledge. These IDs are crucial for various transactions, such as opening a bank account, applying for a job, or even just proving your identity. However, the processing time for these IDs can be a major hassle, often taking up to 1 to 2 years to be delivered to your doorstep!
But don’t fret, Sugboanons. We’ve got you covered with this list of valid IDs that you can get as soon as possible!
NBI Clearance
- Processing Duration: 30 minutes
- Validity: 1 Year
While not exactly an ID card, the NBI Clearance serves as a certificate or proof of your identity. It’s a straightforward process that can be completed in just 30 minutes. Simply set an appointment online at clearance.nbi.gov.ph, pay the fee at any e-pay center near you, visit the nearest NBI branch, present your NSO/PSA document and a supporting ID, and then wait for your clearance to be released. Your personal information, including your fingerprints, will be printed on a blue sheet of paper for legitimacy. You can even use your PhilHealth Membership Information to prove your identity.
Postal ID
- Processing Duration: 1 Week
- Validity: 3 Years
The Postal ID is one of the quickest and easiest IDs to obtain. With just two requirements, Barangay Clearance and NSO Birth Certificate, you can have a legitimate identification card in just seven (7) business days! Simply present your documents at your nearest Postal Office, pay the processing fee of Php 500.00 (varies and may change depending on their latest policies), and wait a week for your ID to be ready for pickup.
Passport
- Processing Duration: 2 Weeks
- Validity: 10 Years
Your passport is not just a travel document, it’s a valid ID that can take you anywhere! First-time passport holders only need two primary documents: your NSO/PSA Birth Certificate and a supporting ID such as a student ID. And if you pay for the rush processing fee, you will be able to receive your passport in just 14 business days! Along with your documents, prepare a passport application form and ensure you have already secured an appointment online.
So, what are you waiting for? Get those valid IDs now!
