Refusal to Accept a Philippine Identification Card Could Lead to Fines

Response to Glenda’s Query about Philippine Identification Card

Dear Glenda,

It is important to understand the provisions of Republic Act (RA) 11055, also known as the Philippine Identification System Act, regarding the validity of the Philippine Identification Card (PhilID) as a government-issued ID card.

Authentication of PhilID

According to Section 12 of RA 11055, the presentation of the PhilID or PSN is considered sufficient proof of identity for transactions with any government agency, subject to proper authentication. Private entities are also required to accept the PhilID or PSN as valid proof of identity under similar terms and conditions.

Use of the PhilID/PSN

Section 13 of the Act states that the PhilID should be honored and accepted in all transactions requiring proof or verification of citizens or resident aliens’ identity, subject to authentication.

Based on the above provisions, it is evident that the PhilID is a valid and sufficient form of identification. Any refusal to accept or recognize the PhilID without just cause may result in a fine of Five hundred thousand pesos (P500,000.00) as stated in Section 19 of the Act.