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Is Photocopying an ID Card Still Allowed? Here's the Explanation

| Source: DETIK Translated from Indonesian | Regulation
Is Photocopying an ID Card Still Allowed? Here's the Explanation
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The ID card (KTP) is an official identity document that Indonesian citizens (WNI) are required to possess upon reaching the age of 17. It is used for various public and administrative services that require proof of identity.

Is photocopying a KTP still necessary? According to information from the Jakarta Population and Civil Registration Office (Dukcapil), sourced from a press release by the Directorate General of Population and Civil Registration of the Ministry of Home Affairs (Kemendagri) regarding clarification on the use of e-KTP, photocopies of e-KTP can still be used as needed for services.

However, this must be done responsibly, with attention to personal data security, as e-KTP features an electronic chip that allows digital verification without physical documents. Verification can be carried out via:

  • Card Reader

  • Web Service

  • Web Portal

  • Face Recognition

  • Digital Population Identity (IKD)

Personal Data Must Be Protected

In principle, photocopying e-KTP can still be done as required for services and must be used responsibly, while considering aspects of security, storage, and protection of personal data.

The use of population data must still adhere to personal data protection regulations in force. Misuse of personal data may incur criminal sanctions under applicable laws (Law No. 24 of 2013 on Population Administration and Law No. 27 of 2022 on Personal Data Protection).

How to Handle a Lost KTP at Dukcapil

Handling a lost KTP can be done by visiting the local Dukcapil office directly. Remember to bring the required documents as stipulated.

Sourced from the Ministry of Home Affairs Dukcapil, here is how to handle a lost KTP based on Presidential Regulation No. 96 of 2018.

Requirements for Handling a Lost KTP

Prepare these two documents:

  • A loss report from the local police

  • Photocopy of the family card (KK)

*According to Article 15 of Presidential Regulation 96/2018, a letter of introduction from the RT/RW is not a required document.

How to Handle a Lost KTP

  • Prepare the Required Documents

  • Loss report from the local police

  • Photocopy of the family card (KK)

  • Visit the Dukcapil Office

Several regions also provide printing services at village/sub-district/district offices. Printing a lost e-KTP can be done outside the domicile at Dukcapil offices throughout Indonesia or through mobile/outreach services.

  • Database Verification

Officers will check the population data in the population database. Since e-KTP is biometric-based, residents do not need to re-record (photo, fingerprints, or iris scan).

  • Printing Process

After the data is verified and matches, officers will print a new e-KTP with the same data elements as the lost card.

  • Document Collection

Residents receive the new e-KTP free of charge.

*Notes:

  • Handling lost e-KTP can also be done outside the domicile without needing a village referral (Nusantara Service).

  • Handling loss means only reprinting. If wishing to change photo or status, the procedure falls under Data Change.

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