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The Plan for a National ID
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Our Proposed Solution
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The PassFoto-ID
  • Definition:
    • A durable photographic or picture ID with name, number, birthplace, and other information
  • Dimensions:
    • Credit card size (approx. 5.5 cm x 8.5 cm)
  • Material:
    • Laminated plastic with built-in tamper-resistant components
  • Ownership and Patent Info:
    • Concept and technology exclusively owned by American Photo Co., Inc.
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Key Features
  • Security Features
      • Special Patented Laminate
        • Tamper-resistant
        • Technology perfected in the US
        • Patented security markings
      • Provision for a magnetic strip
  • Accepted as a valid (since it is an authentic copy of the Philippine passport)
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How It Works
  • Scan data from Passport
  • Create a credit card sized ID
  • Integrate security features
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Rationale
  • Why implement the PassFoto-iD ID?
    • Answers the need for a national ID system
  • Why use the passport as the basis for the new national ID?
    • Data is already valid and stored by DFA
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Merits
of the PassFoto-ID
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#1: How many have passports?
  • There are approx 25 Million Citizens & growing
  • Plus:Approx 8 Million Overseas Foreign Workers & growing
  • Therefore…
    • No need to create a separate ID system when one is already in place and working
    • Passports are recognized here and in foreign countries
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#2:The PassFoto-ID is NOT Process Intensive
  • Passport holders already went thru screening and identification process
    • By capturing passport data, no need to repeat the same process.
  • Less Processing = Faster turnaround of
    PassFoto-IDs
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#3: Secure
  • Patented ID system assures against tampering
  • Utilizes security technology currently in use in the US and other countries
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#4: Zero Cost to Government
  • Private initiative, does not use government funds
  • Cost shouldered by Passport/ID holder
  • Entire process, up to issuance of ID is covered by the private initiative
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#5: Employment thru franchising program
  • Will employ more people to staff nationwide franchises – this is where to come in.
    • The PassFoto-ID system will create jobs by establishing satellite offices nationwide
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#6: Convenience for the citizens
  • Easy to obtain, no hassle-process: just present your passport
  • Easy application: includes option to apply via the Internet
  • Useful as a valid ID at banks, other institutions where ID cards must be presented
  • No long lines, No long waiting time
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#6: Convenience for the citizens (cont’d)
  •  Low cost: PassFoto-ID is only P250.00 (or about US$5.00)
    • Other IDs:
      • Cost of Passport: P500.00
      • Cost of Driver’s License: P300.00
      • Cost of Professional License: P500.00
      • Cost of Student ID: P195.00 (avg.)
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Bottom Line: Addresses the need for a national ID system
  • Credible: uses data maintained by the government in passports
  • Secure: utilizes patented and proven security technology vs. tampering/fraud
  • Fast: Less processing means less hassle in producing and releasing IDs
  • Low cost: zero cost to government, low cost to citizens
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The Plan for a National ID
  • There is a need for a standard Photo ID that is:
    • Credible and accepted
    • Secure
    • Fast and Efficient
    • Will not be Costly
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Steps in Producing A National ID
  • Government must:
    • Gather application data
    • Appoint and maintain staff
    • Undertake authentication techniques
    • Print and issue national IDs
    • Allocate budget for maintaining operations
  • Citizen must:
    • Go thru tedious application process
    • Present authenticated documents
    • Secure photo
    • Incur additional expense
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The Results:
  • Citizens are discouraged from obtaining national IDs due to associated frustration and hassles
  • Long processing time required to validate data
  • Budgetary constraints: government must seek Congress’ approval
  • Media criticism of project
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The Next Step
  • Government recognition and endorsement of the PassFoto-ID project