Identity-card holders born in 1966-67 are required to apply for new smart ID cards between November 17 and January 10.

Eligible applicants can book an appointment by calling 1838 333, via the ESDlife website, or at any ESD kiosk.

Eligible applicants should submit their applications in person at a Smart ID Card Centre. 

If their ID cards bear the 'A' or '***' residential symbol, or their ID cards were issued on or after January 1, 1999, and bear the 'R' residential symbol, they only need to bring their existing ID cards.

Other eligible applicants should also bring along their travel documents showing their current residential status in Hong Kong.

Be sure to apply

Failure to apply for a new card within the specified period is an offence liable to a fine of $5,000.

However, people who are absent from Hong Kong within the specified application period, can apply for the new cards within 30 days of their return.

The application period for people born in 1968-69 has already ended. If people in this age group have not yet applied for new cards, they should approach any Smart ID Card Centre for application immediately as their old cards will soon be declared invalid.

Applicants are advised to make an appointment. Smart ID Card Centres are open Monday to Saturday from 8am to 9.15pm and are closed on Sundays and public holidays.