Overview
- Applications start on the federal gov.br portal with online status tracking, while scheduling is handled through each state's official channels.
- Final issuance is performed by state identification institutes, which commonly require in-person biometrics and document validation.
- The digital CIN becomes available in the GOV.BR app only after the document is officially issued, so the process cannot be completed solely by mobile.
- The previous RG is accepted nationwide until February 28, 2032, and the first issue of the new card is free, with fees for second copies set locally.
- Security features include a QR code and integration with official databases to deter fraud, and many states request a police report for lost or stolen IDs.