Timeline of the Saudi ID Card
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1984
The first generation of the civil status card was issued in Polaroid format.
2004
The second generation of the civil status card was issued. It was titled the "National Identity Card."
2008
The second generation of the National Identity Card was enhanced by using laser engraving techniques.
2017
The third generation of the National Identity Card was issued in both Arabic and English.
2020
The first digital identity card, similar to the National Identity Card, was issued via Absher Individuals Platform.
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