Brazil to phase out RG by 2032 as new National Identity Card (CIN) becomes mandatory

The Brazilian federal government announced that the traditional Registro Geral (RG) will cease to be accepted nationwide on 28 February 2032. From that date onward only the new Carteira de Identidade Nacional (CIN) will be valid for identification. The CIN replaces state‑issued RGs, uses the citizen’s CPF as a single registration number and incorporates security features such as a QR code, machine‑readable zone and optional biometric data. A digital version of the CIN can be added to the Gov.br mobile app after the physical card is issued and the state registry is uploaded to the national system.

Citizens can request the first paper version of the CIN free of charge through the portal gov.br/identidade, schedule an in‑person appointment at their state identification office, present a birth or marriage certificate and have their biometrics collected. Some states also offer a polycarbonate card for a fee, but holders may only keep one physical format. The card’s validity varies by age: five years for children under 12, ten years for adults up to 60, and indefinite for seniors. Over 50 million Brazilians have already received a CIN, which also streamlines access to digital public services and can replace the “proof of life” requirement for retirees.

The transition is planned to be gradual to avoid bottlenecks at issuing agencies. While the old RG remains usable until the February 2032 deadline, citizens are encouraged to obtain the CIN early to benefit from unified identification, enhanced security and the ability to present their ID digitally via the Gov.br app.