In Amapá, the process of obtaining the new National Identity Card (CIN) has encountered notable delays, leading to frustration and difficulties for many residents. People are reporting that they have been waiting for months to receive their identity documents, which are mandatory for various civil activities. For instance, Ivan Andrade has been waiting since September 2025 for his grandson's identity card, which he notes has become critical as his grandson has grown and requires the document for travel but still appears as a baby on the outdated ID.

The impact of these delays is widespread, affecting numerous families who find themselves unable to travel, update personal records, or access essential services without the necessary identification. Citizens express how these issues complicate their daily lives, particularly as many have urgent needs that require proper identification. The government of Amapá has been approached for comments regarding these ongoing delays, but no response has been received by the time this article was updated.

The CIN was introduced with the intention of replacing the old identification document known as the RG and unifying civil registries across Brazil. However, the implementation has faced challenges, particularly in Amapá, where the transition has yet to smooth out. The ongoing delays further raise questions about the efficiency of public administration and its effects on citizens' access to fundamental services, highlighting the urgent need for resolution to ensure that the new identity card can fulfill its intended purpose effectively.