S. Korea to introduce new passport and licence plate design with improved security
- 6 years ago
전자여권과 승용차 번호판 디자인 변경 2020년 2019년 각기 적용예정
South Korea's passports and vehicle license plates are given a makeover.
The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism announced the final design it has chosen for the new e-passports, that will be used starting 2020.
The cover features an embossed "taegeuk" mark, the symbol found on South Korea's national flag, and the pages inside show pictures of the country's cultural relics.
The changes are not only cosmetic; the new passport offers improved security.
Made of a polycarbonate it's more resistant to damage.
Ordinary citizens will have blue, dark grey for government officials, as for diplomats they'll carry red versions.
Starting next year, local license plates will feature Korea's taegeuk symbol and an extra digit.
A reflective film and a hologram will help prevent forgery.
South Korea's passports and vehicle license plates are given a makeover.
The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism announced the final design it has chosen for the new e-passports, that will be used starting 2020.
The cover features an embossed "taegeuk" mark, the symbol found on South Korea's national flag, and the pages inside show pictures of the country's cultural relics.
The changes are not only cosmetic; the new passport offers improved security.
Made of a polycarbonate it's more resistant to damage.
Ordinary citizens will have blue, dark grey for government officials, as for diplomats they'll carry red versions.
Starting next year, local license plates will feature Korea's taegeuk symbol and an extra digit.
A reflective film and a hologram will help prevent forgery.