The Mobile Service of Citizen Care (SAC) at Shopping Center Lapa in Salvador, Brazil, has announced an extension of the period for issuing the new National Identity Card (CIN) until April 19. This initiative is part of an effort to facilitate access to this important document, which will become mandatory for all Brazilian citizens by March 2032. The services will be offered from 9 AM to 5 PM on the third floor of the shopping center, operating on a first-come, first-served basis with a daily limit of 135 appointments.

To obtain the new identity card, citizens must present either an original or updated civil birth certificate or civil status document. The initiative aims to accommodate a larger number of individuals in obtaining their CIN, which varies in validity depending on age: children up to 12 years of age will have a validity of 5 years, while those between 12 and 18 will have a validity of 10 years. This extensive time frame allows citizens ample opportunity to secure their identity documentation as required by upcoming regulations.

The issuance of the new CIN is significant not only for compliance with future legal requirements but also serves as a crucial step in enhancing the accessibility of identification for Brazilian citizens. By providing this service in a shopping environment, the SAC makes it easier for families and individuals to manage their identification needs without extensive travel. Such community-oriented initiatives reflect a broader commitment to improving public services and civic engagement in Brazil.