Namwon City announced on the 21st that starting from January 22, 2026, it will fully implement the issuance of mobile disability registration cards along with the existing physical disability registration cards.

The mobile disability registration card is a digital electronic certificate stored on a smartphone, which holds the same legal effect as the traditional plastic card. It is convenient to carry and allows for verification of identity and disability status without the need for a physical card when accessing various services.

The issuance process varies depending on the type of disability registration card. Holders of the new registration card with an IC chip can easily obtain it by installing the "Republic of Korea Mobile ID" app and tagging it on their smartphones. Holders of the existing physical registration card can visit the nearest district administrative welfare center for issuance through QR code authentication.

Furthermore, in case of a smartphone replacement or loss, the mobile registration card will be automatically suspended, and reissuance can be done at the administrative welfare center.

An official from Namwon City stated, "The introduction of mobile disability registration cards will enhance the convenience for people with disabilities and serve as an opportunity to strengthen digital welfare services," adding, "We will do our best to provide citizen-centered, prompt, and convenient administrative services."