Applicants can request ID card at any police station, regardless of residence

So far, applicants could request the issuance of IDs "at a police administration or police station that deal with administrative affairs and that are competent according to the applicant’s permanent residence address."

This restriction based on permanent residence has been lifted in order to alleviate the situation at the busiest police stations.

Applicants can take over their ID at the police station where they submitted their application.

The new rules are in force until 31 August 2024.