National ID replacement request cannot be cancelled, Civil Affairs says
Saudi Civil Affairs has clarified that requests for a replacement national ID card due to damage cannot be cancelled once submitted online.
Key Takeaways
AIA follower asked the Civil Affairs Agency of the Ministry of Interior via its official account: "Hello, I accidentally submitted a request for a replacement national ID due to damage. I have now obtained a passport—can I use it for travel?"
The Civil Affairs Agency responded on X, stating that it is not possible to cancel the request and that all procedures for issuing a replacement national ID card must be completed.
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Issuing a replacement national ID card
The replacement national ID service is an online service that allows citizens to request a replacement for a damaged ID card through the Absher platform, without the need to visit a Civil Affairs office.
The steps to complete the service on Absher are:
- Log in to your Absher account
- Select "My Services"
- Choose "Civil Affairs"
- Select "National ID Services"
- Request a replacement for a damaged ID