The Central Electoral Board (JCE) of the Dominican Republic has officially unveiled the design for its next-generation national identity card, marking a significant leap in identification technology. The comprehensive modernization initiative will commence nationwide registration starting April 8, 2026, introducing cutting-edge security features that blend physical and digital protection mechanisms.
While maintaining the traditional horizontal format familiar to citizens, the new ID card incorporates sophisticated anti-fraud technologies including grayscale laser printing, halftone security screens, and multiple optical elements. These features include a honeycomb pattern integrated into the primary photograph, a ghost image, and inverted visuals that only become visible from specific angles, creating a multi-layered security approach.
The card’s front display showcases the Dominican coat of arms alongside the gold JCE logo, with the ID number presented in high relief to enable immediate visual detection of tampering attempts. All security specifications adhere to rigorous international standards established by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO).
A revolutionary component of the new design is the embedded contactless chip, which will facilitate electronic identity verification and accelerate access to both administrative services and digital platforms. The JCE emphasized that the implementation will proceed through a carefully structured nationwide rollout, with additional logistical details and timelines to be communicated in the coming months. This initiative represents the Dominican Republic’s commitment to creating a secure, modern, and digitally integrated identification system aligned with global best practices.