Government Digital Identity Card | ISO/IEC 7816 CPU Smart Cards
High-security contact CPU smart card for citizen authentication, government service access and secure identity programs.
Government Digital Identity Cards are high-security ISO/IEC 7816 contact CPU smart cards designed for citizen authentication, public service access, healthcare registration, social security, education verification and government identity programs. Built with secure microcontroller chips and configurable COS / Java Card platforms, the card supports encrypted data storage, cryptographic authentication, multi-application management and personalized issuance.
- 🛡️Secure
CPU Chip - ☑️ISO/IEC 7816
Compliant - 🔐Cryptographic
Authentication - 📋Multi-Application
Support - 🖨️Personalized
Issuance - ⚙️Project-Based
Chip Selection
What Is a Government eID Smart Card?
CedaGlo, a secure identity card manufacturer serving government eID programs globally, produces the Government Digital Identity Card — a high-security ISO/IEC 7816 contact CPU smart card engineered for citizen authentication, public service access, healthcare registration, social security, education verification and government identity programs. Built with secure microcontroller chips and configurable COS / Java Card platforms, the card supports encrypted data storage, cryptographic authentication, multi-application management and personalized issuance — making it suitable for a wide range of government service, institutional credential and public identity programs. Browse all secure identity card solutions from CedaGlo.
What Government eID Programs Require
- ▸Secure CPU chip with cryptographic capability — government and institutional programs require cards with hardware-level encryption, DES / 3DES / AES / RSA or ECC support to protect citizen identity data from cloning and tampering.
- ▸ISO/IEC 7816 contact interface compliance — issuance terminals, service kiosks and authentication systems require cards that meet the ISO/IEC 7816 standard for direct integration without custom hardware.
- ▸Multi-application and COS flexibility — public service programs often require a single card to carry identity, access, healthcare and service entitlement data; Java Card or configurable COS platforms enable multi-application management on one chip.
- ▸Full personalization for national and institutional issuance — programs require cards pre-encoded with citizen data, printed with photo, name and ID number, and optionally equipped with barcode, QR code or laser engraving for multi-channel verification.
- ▸Project-based chip and security level selection — different programs have different security, certification and budget requirements; scalable chip platform options from standard CPU to high-security secure MCU allow procurement teams to match the right solution to each program.
Why Choose CedaGlo eID Cards
Verified Memory Reliability
Each card is tested to ISO/IEC 7816 endurance standards, confirming 1,000,000 write cycles and 100-year data retention before shipment — a production standard, not a specification claim.
Six-Model Range, One Supply Chain
From 1K to 64K bit, all six memory configurations ship from a single manufacturer with consistent quality control, simplifying procurement for multi-tier government programs.
Full Personalization In-House
Graphic printing, chip encoding, UID assignment, barcode, and QR code are handled within CedaGlo's own production facility — reducing lead time and third-party coordination.
Program-Scale Supply Capability
Volume pricing starts from 1,000 pcs with structured tiers up to 100,000+ pcs. CedaGlo supports system integrators with project-based lead times and dedicated account management.
eID Card Technical Capabilities
- Secure CPU / secure microcontroller chip architecture
- DES / 3DES / AES / RSA / ECC cryptographic algorithm support
- Hardware-level tamper resistance and anti-cloning protection
- Mutual authentication between card and terminal
- ISO/IEC 7816 contact interface standard compliance
- Java Card / native COS / customized COS platform options
- Compatible with government issuance terminals and service kiosks
- Operating temperature range: −25°C to +70°C
- Photo, name, ID number, barcode, QR code and laser engraving
- Chip encoding, UID assignment and project-based data personalization
- Blank, pre-printed, encoded or fully personalized supply options
- PVC / PET / PETG / PC card material options
Available Security Levels / Chip Platforms
Standard CPU ID Card
Entry LevelFor basic citizen service, school ID, enterprise ID and public service access programs requiring standard contact CPU chip performance.
Java Card eID Solution
Mid LevelFor multi-application identity programs requiring flexible applet management and Java Card platform compatibility across government service systems.
High-Security Government ID Card
High LevelFor projects requiring stronger authentication, encrypted storage, secure personalization and compliance with higher government security standards.
Custom COS / National Program Card
CustomFor government or institutional projects requiring customized COS, tailored data structure and a project-specific issuance and encoding process.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Product Type | Government Digital Identity CPU Smart Card |
| Interface | Contact, ISO/IEC 7816 |
| Chip Type | Secure CPU / secure microcontroller smart card chip |
| Chip Options | NXP SmartMX series, Infineon SECORA ID / SLE series, ST31 / ST33 secure MCU series, Fudan / Huada / CEC compatible CPU chips — selected according to project security level, COS, memory, certification and personalization requirements |
| OS / COS | Java Card / native COS / customized COS, project-dependent |
| Memory | EEPROM / Flash memory, chip-dependent |
| Security | DES / 3DES / AES / RSA / ECC options, chip-dependent |
| Applications | Citizen ID, government service card, healthcare card, social security card, education ID, public service access |
| Personalization | Photo, name, ID number, UID, barcode, QR code, laser engraving, chip encoding |
| Card Size | CR80, 85.60 × 53.98 mm |
| Thickness | 0.76 mm standard |
| Material | PVC / PET / PETG / PC optional |
| Surface Finish | Glossy / matte / frosted |
| Supply Format | Blank, pre-printed, encoded or fully personalized |
| Optional Features | Magnetic stripe, signature panel, hologram, UV printing, anti-counterfeit printing |
Volume Pricing (FOB, indicative)
| Quantity | Unit Price (USD / pc) |
|---|---|
| 1,000 – 4,999 pcs | From US$0.68 |
| 5,000 – 19,999 pcs | From US$0.58 |
| 20,000+ pcs | From US$0.48 |
Prices are indicative FOB prices for standard ISO/IEC 7816 CPU smart cards. Final pricing depends on chip platform, COS, memory size, security level, printing, encoding, personalization and certification requirements.
Protocols & Compatibility
Application Scenarios
Citizen Identity Verification
Contact CPU smart card for secure citizen credential authentication at government service points.
- Cryptographic authentication between card and terminal
- ISO/IEC 7816 interface for standard system compatibility
- Supports photo, name and ID number personalization
Government Service Access
CPU smart cards enabling citizen access to public services via contact reader terminals and service kiosks.
- Multi-application COS for service entitlement and identity data
- Compatible with existing government terminal infrastructure
- Java Card platform for flexible applet management
Healthcare & Social Service Card
Secure CPU smart card for healthcare registration, social security and citizen benefit programs requiring encrypted data management.
- Encrypted storage for healthcare and social data fields
- Chip encoding and UID pre-assignment at issuance stage
- Barcode and QR code support for multi-channel service access
Education & Public Institution ID
Contact CPU smart cards for campus identity, education verification and public institution credential programs.
- Multi-application support for identity, access and service data
- PVC, PET and PC material options for varied program requirements
- Blank, pre-printed or fully personalized supply formats available
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this card a CPU smart card or a memory card?
It is designed as a contact CPU smart card solution. Chip platform, COS and memory configuration can be selected according to project requirements. It is not a simple memory card such as a 4442 or 4428 series card.
Can it be used for government eID programs?
It can be used for government service cards, citizen authentication and institutional identity programs. Final suitability depends on the required security level, certification, COS and personalization process. We recommend discussing your specific program requirements with our team before confirming the chip platform.
Which chip platforms are available?
Options may include NXP SmartMX series, Infineon SECORA ID / SLE security controllers, ST31 / ST33 secure MCU series and compatible domestic CPU card chips. The final chip selection depends on your project security level, COS requirements, certification needs and order volume. Contact CedaGlo for a project-specific recommendation.
Can the card support custom printing and personalization?
Yes. We support artwork printing, photo, name, ID number, barcode, QR code, UID, chip encoding and project-based data personalization. Laser engraving, hologram, UV printing and anti-counterfeit printing options are also available depending on card material and program requirements.
Can you provide blank cards or fully personalized cards?
Both options are available. Cards can be supplied blank, pre-printed, encoded or fully personalized according to issuance requirements. For large government or institutional programs, we also support project-based batch issuance with customized data structures and encoding formats. See also our full range of secure identity card solutions.
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View DetailsRequest a Sample or Bulk Quote for Government eID Cards
CedaGlo supplies government eID contact smart cards to system integrators and procurement agencies worldwide. Tell us your program specifications — memory capacity, personalization requirements, and order volume — and we will provide a project-specific quotation within one business day.