On Wednesday 7 July 2021, the Chamber of Deputies (Luxembourg's Parliament) adopted a new law relating to the identification of natural persons.
Luxembourg law will thus integrate the European Union (EU) regulation on strengthening the security of identity (ID) cards belonging to EU citizens and residence documents issued to EU citizens and members of their families exercising their right to free movement.
From 2 August 2021, the biometric data contained in the electronic chip of Luxembourg ID cards (requested after this date) will be expanded to include the facial image and digitised signature of the holder, as well as two digital fingerprints of holders aged 12 and over.
In addition, information concerning the usual residence of the card holder will no longer be included in ID card data. This change will prevent the cardholder from having to re-apply for a card each time their address changes. At present, each individual is required to apply for a new ID card each time they move, even if they do not change their municipality of residence. In total, 24% of requests for a new ID card are made for this reason. This amendment is thus expected to considerably reduce the number of administrative procedures for both individuals and municipal administrations.
