THE IDENTITY CARD

What is the identity card? 

The identity card is a personal document used to prove your identity. 

If you are a non-EU citizen, you must carry it with you at all times along with your residence permit or residence card.

In order to obtain an identity card, you must make an appointment with the URP (public relations office) - Office of vital statistics service of your district or with the URP of Piazza Maggiore. If you are not a resident of the Municipality of Bologna, you only need to contact the URP in Piazza Maggiore.

Make an appointment with the URP via Internet by clicking on "dedicated online service" on the web page indicated below.

What do I need to bring to URP-Office of vital statistics to get my identity card?

You have to bring: 

• a recent passport-size photograph of yourself (not older than 6 months);

• your previous card if it is still valid; 

• your health card or your tax code;

if you are a non-EU citizen, your residence permit or proof of the regularity of your stay (e.g. receipt of application for renewal of residence permit).

After you have gone to the URP- Office of vital statistics and made the request, the identity card is sent to your home by mail. You have to wait a few days.