Chinese ID Documents
Chinese National ID Card (身份证)
The Chinese National ID Card (身份证) is the primary identification document for Chinese citizens. This guide explains how to properly verify these documents in your application.
Required Fields
Common validation issues to avoid: - Incorrect name format in either Pinyin or Chinese characters - Missing or improperly formatted date of birth - Invalid ID number format
Name Handling Guidelines
Pinyin Name Format
Chinese Name Format
Name Best Practices
When handling Chinese names:
- Always provide both Pinyin and Chinese character versions
- Maintain correct character order in both formats
- Use uppercase for Pinyin names
- Ensure UTF-8 encoding for Chinese characters
Document Number Verification
The Chinese National ID number contains encoded information including:
- Region code
- Birth date
- Sequence number
- Checksum digit
Ensure the full number is provided without spaces or special characters.