Beginning in March, pensioners of the Mexican Institute of Social Security (IMSS) will be required to use the Biometric CURP (Unique Population Registry Code) for specific bureaucratic procedures. This requirement follows an agreement published in the Official Gazette of the Federation which was approved by the Technical Council of the IMSS. The modification indicates that the Biometric CURP will become the only official national identification method, as stipulated in Article 91 Bis of the General Population Law. Previously, procedures typically required other forms of identification such as the voter ID issued by the National Electoral Institute (INE).

The transition to the Biometric CURP is expected to streamline identification processes for pensioners, particularly during in-person visits to IMSS facilities. Other requirements may still apply depending on the specific service being accessed. This change underscores a broader effort by the IMSS to modernize its identification protocols and enhance service efficiency for its beneficiaries, reflecting a significant shift in how identification is handled in relation to social security services in Mexico.

Overall, making the Biometric CURP a mandatory identification document may have significant implications for pensioners, altering how they navigate the bureaucratic landscape of social security services. As the IMSS puts these changes into effect, it will be essential for pensioners to stay informed about their new obligations to ensure access to their entitled services without interruption.