The national government, through the National Registry of Persons (Renaper), has defined the details of the new National Identity Document (DNI) that will begin to circulate with updated security standards. For temporary residents, the validity will be adjusted to the expiration date of their residence. "Zero Year" Provisional DNI. The provision also contemplates a special case for newborns. If for duly certified health reasons it is not possible to capture the biometric data (fingerprints or photo) of the baby, a "Zero Year" Provisional DNI will be issued. This document will not have a photo or fingerprints, but will bear the legend "NOT VALID AS A TRAVEL DOCUMENT". Its duration will be 6 months, renewable only if the health conditions persist. Recognition to war veterans. The new design maintains the tribute to the veterans of the South Atlantic conflict. Those persons who prove their condition will carry printed on the front, above the photo, the badge with the legend: "WAR VETERAN, HERO/HEROINE OF THE MALVINAS ISLANDS WAR". According to the official regulations: Over 14 years old: The DNI will have a validity of 15 years counted from its issuance. Minors: They must renew the document between the ages of 5 and 8, and again upon turning 14 years old. Foreigners: Those who have permanent residence will have the same deadlines as Argentines. The measure incorporates cutting-edge technology and modifies the validity periods for the adult population. According to the Argentine News Agency (Agencia Noticias Argentinas), based on the Disposition DI-2026-10348125 published this Thursday, the new document consists of a monolithic polycarbonate card with an embedded contactless chip, which raises the barriers against counterfeiting. The keys to the new design. The document uses variable data engraved by laser and inkjet printing. Among its most outstanding visual features are: Color photo: A frontal image of the face with a white background. DNI electronic icon: A distinctive symbol on the front of the card. Ghost image: Located in the lower right sector to validate authenticity. Inclusive nomenclature: In the "sex" field, the options "F", "M" are maintained and the "X" is ratified for non-binary or self-perceived identities. How long does the new DNI last? One of the most relevant changes for citizenship is the expiration scheme.
